For Students
Before they can change to the world, WPI students must first come plan their project work. From guidelines and tips to program descriptions and required forms, we offer a wide range of informative resources to help students get under way smoothly.
"Untitled" Film & Photo Collage Festival, 2013
"Certainly, travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living." - Miriam Beard \
On April 23, 2013 from 4 to 7:00 p.m. the Global Ambassador Taskforce and IGSD invite all members of WPI's community to the Odeum in the Campus Center for the "Untitled" Film & Photo Collage Festival. See students' and faculty members visual expression of the ways their off-campus experience changed them.
Where in the World to Begin
Start here to learn about the locations to which WPI students are traveling in the 2012-2013 academic year to complete their required projects or participate in exchange programs. Learn more…
Global Perspective Program Policies
Written policies on application, continued eligibility once accepted, and during the experience off-campus. Learn more…
2013-2014 Application Global Perspective Program Application Process for IQPs and MQPs is Complete
The 2013-14 Application Global Perspective Program Application Process is complete. IQP students have been notified of their placements via email. MQP students have been notified via postal service.
In order to secure placement in the program, accepted students must submit a signed Participant Statement of Statement of Agreement (PSA) and a deposit for $400 (if required). Deposits may be made at the Bursar’s Office on the 2nd floor of Boynton Hall (open between 8am-5pm Monday through Friday). Your deposit will be applied to your off-campus housing costs. The deposit is fully refundable up to 120 business days before the first day of your preparatory term. The Bursar’s Office will provide you with a receipt, and you must bring this receipt with you when you submit your signed PSA. Please carefully review and sign the PSA and return it to the Interdisciplinary and Global Studies Division (IGSD) Office in the Project Center by the deadline below. If we do not hear from you by this date you will forfeit your place in the program.
Deadlines are as follows:
Term E 2013 Programs: Participant Statement of Agreement and deposit (if required) due by Friday, January 18, 2013 to secure a place in the program.
Terms A-D 2013-14 Programs: Participant Statement of Agreement and deposit (if required) by Friday, February 8, 2013 to secure a place in the program.
All MQP Programs: Participant Statement of Agreement and deposit (if required) by Friday, February 8, 2013 secure a place in the program.
If you have further questions about the Global Perspective Program IQP application process or next steps, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions.
Applying to the 2013-2014 Global Perspective Program
The 2013-14 Global Perspective Program Application Process is complete. If you have questions about the process or program, please contact: global@wpi.edu.
For information about the 2014-14 Global Perspective Program Application Process, please check back in this space early in A-term 2013.
Information & Forms for Off-Campus Projects
For students who are currently on a project or are preparing to leave for a project. Learn more…
Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation, Paperwork, On-site Arrival & Departure Schedule
Details on pre-departure orientation, site-specific orientation, and orientation on sexual assault awareness and prevention—plus online orientation on safety and security for students venturing abroad or to Puerto Rico. Learn more…
Handbook for IQP Advisors and Students
Describes the objectives of the IQP and provides advice on how to write project proposals, conduct literature reviews, form and manage project teams, and schedule project activity. Also covers moderating project meetings, reviewing drafts, conducting assessments, and organizing and structuring reports. Learn more… (.pdf, 9.4mb)
Projects Program
Website contains many valuable resources, including the Directory of Available Projects and the Completed Project Search tool. Learn more…
Project Center Bibliographies
The Gordon Library maintains print and electronic lists of sources on the nations and cities in which students can complete their IQPs. Learn more…
Completed Projects
This searchable database offers insight into the accomplishments of previous students. The Gordon Library maintains a searchable database of all student projects. Learn more…
