UNIVERSITY · CDS 2023-2024
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
Worcester, MA 5,453 undergrad Updated 2026-04-22
Top 75STEMProject-Based
Accept
58.5%
Yield
19.7%
Test
Optional
Academic Profile · CDS C9 / C11
The numbers a parent will ask about first.
SAT Total (mid 50%, computed)
1330–1500
SAT EBRW (mid 50%)
650–730
SAT Math (mid 50%)
680–770
ACT Composite (mid 50%)
30–34
GPA
Not reported
GPA NOTENot separately reported in CDS
METHODTotal SAT range is computed by summing the reported EBRW and Math mid-50% ranges from the school’s CDS (Section C9). Use as an approximation — a student’s actual total places them within, not at, the summed endpoints.
Decision Plans · CDS C1 / C21
When and how the school reads applicants.
| Plan | Deadline | Accept rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan details not yet recorded. | |||
Cost & Aid · CDS H Series
What it costs and what families actually pay.
Tuition
$63,936
Total COA
$84,490
Avg need-based aid
$37,984
Avg merit award
$22,149
Net price after avg need aid
$46,506
WPI meets 0.733% of demonstrated need on average.
Named merit programs
Presidential Scholarship
$25,000 – $25,000 / yr (renewable)
BizTech Emerging Leaders Scholarship
$10,000 – $25,000 / yr (renewable)
Robotics Engineering Scholars Program
$10,000 – $25,000 / yr (renewable)
National Consortium of Specialized STEM Schools (NCSSS) Scholarship
$15,000 – $15,000 / yr (renewable)
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
$10,000 – $10,000 / yr (renewable)
AP Impact Calculator
What the student's APs are actually worth here.
WPI's AP Policy
WPI awards 3 credits for AP scores of 4 or 5 on most exams. Some exams, like Calculus BC, can earn more credits. Only one-third of AP credit can be used toward the Humanities and Arts requirement.
Min score
4
Credit cap
32 credits
Mode
Credit + placement
Per-score grid
Exam-level
Add the student's APs
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What They Value · CDS C7
Every CDS factor, weighted exactly as the admissions office files it.
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery Important
- Class rankConsidered
- Academic GPAImportant
- Standardized test scoresConsidered
- Application EssayImportant
- Recommendation(s)Important
Mission & Narrative
What this school says it is — in their own words.
WPI...is dedicated to creating, discovering, and conveying knowledge, and applying that knowledge for the benefit of society.
Distilled Themes
Knowledge creationSocietal benefitApplied learning
The Coach's Read
What 'what they value' actually means at the table.
- 01Project-based learning is the core of their curriculum, so a demonstrated history of hands-on projects is a huge plus.
- 02They value collaboration and teamwork.
- 03highlight experiences working in groups.
- 04WPI is looking for students who are passionate about solving real-world problems.
Application Targets
What a strong application here should signal.
- 01Showcase a genuine interest in STEM and a desire to use technology for good.
- 02Demonstrate a collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively in teams.
- 03Highlight any hands-on projects or research experience.
Quiet Disqualifiers
Things that hurt applicants here, even when they look fine on paper.
- A lack of demonstrated interest in project-based learning
- An application that focuses solely on individual achievements without mentioning teamwork
- Generic essays that don't connect to WPI's specific programs or philosophy
Signature Programs
Where this school is genuinely best-in-class.
The WPI Plan: A project-based curriculum with a focus on real-world problem-solving.; Global Projects Program: Opportunities for students to complete projects in locations around the world.; Robotics Engineering: One of the first undergraduate robotics engineering programs in the country.
Application calendar
Every date the family needs to know.
Deadlines & Decision Dates · 2025-2026
Family deadline matrix
Plan
Deadline
Decision release
Early Decision I
Binding
Nov 1, 2025
→ Dec 15, 2025
Early Decision II
Binding
Jan 5, 2026
→ Feb 15, 2026
Early Action
Non-binding
WPI offers two rounds of Early Action. The deadline for EA I is November 1, with a decision by late January. The deadline for EA II is January 5, with a decision by late February.
Nov 1, 2025
→ Jan 31, 2026
Regular Decision
Non-binding
Feb 1, 2026
→ Mar 31, 2026
Restrictive Early Action
Not offered
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Rolling Admission
Not offered
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CDS C7 · Level of applicant's interest
Does effort toward this school move the needle?
Demonstrated Interest·CDS C7 (2024-2025)
TrackedWeight: Considered
WPI considers demonstrated interest, which can include campus visits and attending college fairs.
What they watch
- Campus visit
- Rep visit at your HS
Coach action
Attend a campus tour or a college fair to demonstrate your interest in WPI.
Provenance