Engineering School

About the school

Worcester Polytechnic Institute was established in 1865. The Engineering School at the Institute stands at the forefront of engineering education and innovation. The New England Commission of Higher Education accredits Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The Center for World University Rankings recognises the Institute as one of the top 5.4% of the 20,000 universities worldwide. Graduates of the School emerge as knowledgeable and flexible engineers equipped to manage the constantly changing international marketplace. They excel in interdisciplinary teamwork and developing inventive solutions. Some of the notable alumni of Worcester Polytechnic Institute are Donal Boyd (co-founder and CEO of Atlas 1 Studio), Samuel Gutmann (CEO of OwnBackup) and M Ryan McDevitt (CEO at Benchmark Space Systems). The location of Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, Massachusetts, offers international students a diverse, cost-effective academic environment with support services and a growing multicultural community. Transportation options are easily available.

Location of the school

### Life at the Engineering School Worcester Polytechnic Institute's residential communities provide a welcoming environment close to campus amenities. Housing options range from traditional to apartment and suite-style arrangements. Each residence hall is equipped with fully furnished rooms and connections for high-speed data network services. Students receive complimentary access to movie services via Residential Services. There are resident advisors to assist students. The Residential Services Office also provides information on off-campus housing facilities in the neighbourhood. A variety of meal choices, including special dietary options, are available at the various dining locations on the Campus. Morgan Commons offers buffet-style dining with various entrees, a salad bar, and grilled options. The Campus Center features fast food choices, while Higgins House offers a sophisticated menu. Dunkin' Donuts is available to get quick bites. Worcester Polytechnic Institute fosters a culture of action and balance, offering numerous clubs, teams, and fitness options for students to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The Institute values holistic student development, emphasising the importance of balance in academics, wellness, and emotional health. The Student Development & Counselling Centre (SDCC) at WPI provides 24/7 free, private counselling and assistance. It fosters students' academic, social, and personal well-being through various initiatives and services. The Safety Transportation Program implemented by the Valet Park of America provides several shuttle services for the students and faculty to travel to and from the Campus. Nighttime, Daytime and On-demand shuttle services are available.

Additional benefits of studying at the Engineering School

The School of Engineering’s distinctive approach to learning involves hands-on project experiences and research opportunities right from the start. Students can gain experience to become competent and adaptive engineers by working closely with faculty members of international reputation, many of whom have extensive industry experience. They become capable of easily adapting to the constantly shifting global environment, collaborating across fields like engineering, arts and sciences, and business to develop ground-breaking solutions for various problems. The school has some great research centres equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. These include the Metal Processing Institute, Center for Wireless Information Network Studies and Center for Advanced Research in Drying. Students can gain hands-on experience in latest technologies while working at these facilities. BioPoint is an interdisciplinary group consisting of researchers, faculty and students who partner with industries and government agencies to advance research and drive innovation in human health and healthcare systems.

Admissions criteria

Admission requirements for each programme vary. The general admission criteria applicable for international students applying to graduate courses at Worcester Polytechnic Institute School of Engineering are as follows: - Copies of the original transcripts in the official language and English translations of them should be submitted. - Provide three letters of recommendation - Proof of English language proficiency is needed: - TOEFL: 84 (iBT) - TOEFL Essentials: 8.5 - IELTS: 7 overall and minimum sub-score of 6.5 - Duolingo: 115 - GRE is required: No minimum scores For programme-specific requirements, students can check the Institution’s application requirements page.

Job placements

The Heebner Career Development Center (HCDC) of Worcester Polytechnic Institute is dedicated to providing outstanding career-related services to students from various departments. HCDC hosts the Handshake platform that lists job and internship opportunitie. The CareerShift portal, hosted by the Institute, is a job and internship search tool that aggregates openings from several sources. Several career fairs are organised by HCDC, which provide opportunities for students to find jobs. These events also help with professional networking. HCDC Career Advisor helps students to evaluate and negotiate job offers