Worcester Polytechnic Institute

About the university

Established in 1865, the Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in Worcester, Massachusetts. Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, WPI is a small-sized university with an enrollment range of 5,000-5,999 students. Offering bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees in various fields of study, WPI has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades, with an acceptance rate range of 60-69%. International applicants are encouraged to apply for enrollment at WPI. The university provides academic resources, housing, sports facilities, financial aid, study abroad programs, online courses, distance learning opportunities, and administrative services to support its student body.