Undergraduate Institutions
– Member Institution Open Houses
– Member Institution Scholarships
– Member Institution Fee Waivers
– Member Institution Early Decision / Early Action
– Member Institution Summer Enrichment Programs
– Member Institution Inquiry Forms (High School Ventures Scholars)


Member Institution Profiles

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) – Worcester, MA

> Undergraduate Ventures Scholars Inquiry Form

Contact
Bonnie Hall
Associate Director of Admission
Phone: (508) 831-5286
Email: admissions@wpi.edu


Inquiry Form

About Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)

“Where science and technology meet real world problems”

WPI’s academic departments offer programs in science, engineering, mathematics, technology, and management. Our world-class faculty work with students in a number of cutting-edge research areas. Students study both in and outside the classroom to gain valuable, hands-on experience. Students have the opportunity to make a difference and work in communities, major corporations, and organizations all over the U.S and the world through our innovative Global Perspectives Program. The WPI Office of Diversity Programs works closely with students to coordinate social events, professional development, and academic support services through out the year. Visit campus and see if WPI is the place for you! www.wpi.edu



Basic Information
Institution Type Private
School Size Medium (2,000 - 15,000 students)
Setting Urban
Religious Affiliation No Response/Unknown
Student Body
Acceptance Rate 50% - 75%
Out of State Students 50% - 75%
Single Sex or Co-ed? Co-educational
Underrepresented Students No Response
Accomodations for Students with Disabilities Services for the hearing impaired
Services for the learning disabled
Wheelchair access
Athletics Division III Teams
Applying to Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
Average High School GPA 3.8
Average SAT: Mathematics 680
Average SAT: Critical Reading 610
Average SAT: Writing 600
Average ACT Composite 28
Required Tests Neither test is required
Essay Required
Interview Not Required
Financial Information
In-state Tuition $35,000 - $39,999
Out-of-state Tuition $35,000 - $39,999
Academic Information
Degrees Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Masters
Doctorate
Specific Programs Internships
Research Opportunities
ROTC
Student employment services
Student designed major
Study abroad
Double Major
Teacher certification
English as a Second Language
Work-study program
View Programs and Majors at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
Summer Enrichment Programs
Enrichment Program Name Frontiers
Web Site http://admissions.wpi.edu/Frontiers/
Description

Looking for something new and exciting to do over summer break? Would you love to spend your summer splicing DNA or designing a robot? Or would your prefer creating your own multimedia Web pages, investigating interplanetary travel, or exploring flight? Well, WPI just may have the perfect solution for you: WPI Frontiers Program, Summer 2011!  Frontiers is an on-campus research and learning experience that challenges you to explore the outer limits of knowledge in science, mathematics, and engineering. Spend two weeks on campus taking classes with WPI professors.  For more information, visit our website.  http://admissions.wpi.edu/Frontiers/about.html
Who is eligible for this opportunity? (By anticipated Graduation Date)
High School Students
Undergraduate Students
Is this a residential program? Yes
Start Date Monday July 11, 2011
End Date Wednesday August 3, 2011
Application Process

Applications will be available in March 2011. Download an application online at http://admissions.wpi.edu/Frontiers/apply.html
Application Deadline Sunday May 15, 2011
Cost
Are scholarships/stipends available? No
If yes, what is the procedure to obtain a scholarship/stipend?
Are there any prerequisites? No
If yes, what are they?
Contact Ms. Julie Chapman,
Phone: 5088315286
Email: admissions@wpi.edu
Open Houses
Event Name WPI Open House
Web Site http://admissions.wpi.edu/Visit/openhouses.html
Dates Monday October 11, 2010
Description

All WPI Open House programs (October, November, and April) will have a multicultural component consisting of either a meet and greet with administrative contacts in the Admissions Office and/or Office of Diversity Programs, or some type of informal reception, either at lunch or in the afternoon. The Fall open houses are for prospective seniors in high school, while the April open house events are for admitted seniors.  These multicultural gatherings during the open houses are open to multicultural students and their families, and to all students who want to learn more about our mulitcultural community at WPI.  Refreshments will be served.
Application Process For more information call our main office at: 508-831-5286 or email admissions@wpi.edu
Contact Ms. Bonnie Hall, Associate Director of Admission/Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 5088315286
Email: admissions@wpi.edu
Event Name Envision Overnight Program
Web Site
Dates Wednesday November 10, 2010
Description High school seniors are welcome to attend this overnight program for underrepresented students of color (at WPI these students are African-American, Native American and Latino). Learn about academic programs, tour campus, meet current students and "Envision" yourself at WPI. prospective students will arrive on campus the afternoon of the 10th and sleep over, hosted by a current student on campus, and then attend the general open house day (academic sessions, faculty interaction, etc.) on the 11th (Veteran's day). 
Application Process

To RSVP or for more information call Bonnie J. Hall at 508-831-5286 or email admissions@wpi.edu
Contact Ms. Bonnie Hall, Associate Director of Admission/Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 5088315286
Email: admissions@wpi.edu
Event Name WPI Open House
Web Site http://admissions.wpi.edu/Visit/openhouses.html
Dates Thursday November 11, 2010
Description

All WPI Open House programs (October, November, and April) will have a multicultural component consisting of either a meet and greet with administrative contacts in the Admissions Office and/or Office of Diversity Programs, or some type of informal reception, either at lunch or in the afternoon. The Fall open houses are for prospective seniors in high school, while the April open house events are for admitted seniors.  These multicultural gatherings during the open houses are open to multicultural students and their families, and to all students who want to learn more about our mulitcultural community at WPI.  Refreshments will be served.
Application Process For more information call our main office at: 508-831-5286 or email admissions@wpi.edu
Contact Ms. Bonnie Hall, Associate Director of Admission/Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 5088315286
Email: admissions@wpi.edu
Event Name WPI Open House
Web Site http://admissions.wpi.edu/Visit/openhouses.html
Dates Wednesday April 13, 2011
Description

All WPI Open House programs (October, November, and April) will have a multicultural component consisting of either a meet and greet with administrative contacts in the Admissions Office and/or Office of Diversity Programs, or some type of informal reception, either at lunch or in the afternoon. The Fall open houses are for prospective seniors in high school, while the April open house events are for admitted seniors.  These multicultural gatherings during the open houses are open to multicultural students and their families, and to all students who want to learn more about our mulitcultural community at WPI.  Refreshments will be served.
Application Process For more information call our main office at: 508-831-5286 or email admissions@wpi.edu
Contact Ms. Bonnie Hall, Associate Director of Admission/Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 5088315286
Email: admissions@wpi.edu
Event Name WPI Open House
Web Site http://admissions.wpi.edu/Visit/openhouses.html
Dates Wednesday April 20, 2011
Description

All WPI Open House programs (October, November, and April) will have a multicultural component consisting of either a meet and greet with administrative contacts in the Admissions Office and/or Office of Diversity Programs, or some type of informal reception, either at lunch or in the afternoon. The Fall open houses are for prospective seniors in high school, while the April open house events are for admitted seniors.  These multicultural gatherings during the open houses are open to multicultural students and their families, and to all students who want to learn more about our mulitcultural community at WPI.  Refreshments will be served.
Application Process For more information call our main office at: 508-831-5286 or email admissions@wpi.edu
Contact Ms. Bonnie Hall, Associate Director of Admission/Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 5088315286
Email: admissions@wpi.edu
Scholarships
Scholarship Name
Web Site http://www.admissions.wpi.edu/Costs/scholarships.html
Application Deadline No Deadline
Description WPI has several scholarships.  Please see our website for names and descriptions.
Application Process All accepted students are considered for scholarships.  There is no separate application.  If you apply to WPI and are accepted, you will be notified with any scholarship awards.
Contact Julie Chapman, Senior Associate Director of Admissions
Phone: 5088315286
Email: admissions@wpi.edu
Fee Waivers
Fee Waiver Name Ventures Scholars Fee Waiver
Web Site
Application Deadline Tuesday February 1, 2011
Description All Ventures Scholars qualify for an application fee waiver.
Application Process

Include in your application verification that you are a member of the Ventures Scholars program.  Email questions to admissions@wpi.edu
Contact Ms. Bonnie Hall, Associate Director of Admissions and Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 5088315286
Email: bjhall@wpi.edu
Early Admission
Early Admission Name Early Action Round I and II
Web Site http://admissions@wpi.edu
Application Deadline No Deadline
Description WPI has two rounds of Early Action (we do not offer an Early Decision Option).  Students who apply using the Early Action Round I or II application, will receive a decision within a month.  For more information on our Early Action program, please visit our website.
Application Process
Contact Ms. Bonnie Hall, Associate Director of Admission/Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment
Phone: 5088315286
Email: bjhall@wpi.edu

 
 
   
 
© 2013 Ventures In Education, Inc.