Admissions for Online Programs

Are you ready to get started on your online journey to a graduate degree or certificate from WPI? Our dedicated team is available to help you through every step of the admissions process. With a rolling admission process, you can apply for an online program at any time with no application deadlines.

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Getting Started

Our flexible programs allow students with a technical bachelor's degree to take up to two WPI courses before formal admission into a master’s program. Credits from these courses may be transferred into a graduate program upon formal admission into that program. If you’d like to take a few courses before formally applying, the first step is to complete our enrollment form. Once submitted, a WPI representative will be in touch within 48 hours to get you registered into your first course. You can view our online offerings, by term, on the Registrar’s site.

While WPI allows students to take two courses, we strongly encourage students to begin the application process right away. Successfully completing a course does not guarantee or equal admittance to a program.

For students who feel that they need to refresh some of their skills, or who receive a conditional acceptance, our prep courses may help. Admittance to a degree program is required for most prep courses.

Admissions Requirements

Entrance to a WPI online graduate program requires a relevant bachelor’s degree from a highly accredited university, preferably ABET accredited, if earned in the United States (especially for engineering programs). Students are permitted to apply with unofficial transcripts initially, however official transcripts are required once admitted and moving forward.

Contact

Phone:

508-831-5517

online@wpi.edu

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program
Online Program
Department/Program
Application Submission Deadline
All Credentials Deadline
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities
Additional Information
Application fee of $70
Letters of Recommendation
GRE
Statement of Purpose

Aerospace Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master’s in Aerospace Engineering
Online Program	Master’s in Aerospace Engineering Online
Department/Program	Aerospace Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required for online program only.

Biomanufacturing Certificate Online

Application Requirements
Online Program	Life Sciences / Biomanufacturing Graduate Certificate Online
Department/Program	Biology & Biotechnology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Not required
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Bioscience Management MS

Application Requirements
Online Program	Master’s in Bioscience Management Online
Department/Program	Biology & Biotechnology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biotechnology MS

Application Requirements
Online Program	Master’s in Biotechnology Online
Department/Program	Biology & Biotechnology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Business Administration MBA

Application Requirements
Online Program	Master of Business Administration
Department/Program	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Additional Information	Applicants are also required to have two years’ professional experience.
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required. Tell us who you are and why you’re interested in our program. We want to know why you are pursuing this master’s, what your long-term career goals are, and why you feel WPI will help you meet your goals.
Resume	Required

Business Analytics MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master's in Business Analytics
Online Program	Master’s in Business Analytics Online
Department/Program	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling. International applicants should apply by June 15 for fall and November 6 for spring. Domestic applicants should apply by July 15 for fall and December 15 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 15-30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Additional Information	Applicants to the MSBA are also required to have prior college-level statistics preparation and finance/accounting preparation.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required
Video Interview	Video interview, completed at your convenience. (Online program: only required for international students.)

Chemistry MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master’s in Chemistry
Online Program	Master's in Medicinal Plant Chemistry Online (MS in Chemistry)
Department/Program	Chemistry & Biochemistry
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Computer Science MCS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master of Computer Science (MCS)
Online Program	Master of Computer Science Online
Department/Program	Computer Science
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Computer Science MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master of Science in Computer Science (MS)
Online Program	Master of Science in Computer Science (MS)
Department/Program	Computer Science
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Construction Project Management Certificate

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Construction Project Management Certificate
Online Program	Construction Project Management Graduate Certificate Online
Department/Program	Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Required for online program only.

Construction Project Management MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master’s in Construction Project Management
Online Program	Civil Engineering: Master's in Environmental Engineering & Construction Project Management Online
Department/Program	Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required for online program only.

Data Science Certificate

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Data Science Certificate
Online Program	Data Science Certificate
Department/Program	Data Science
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Data Science MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master's in Data Science
Online Program	Master's in Data Science Online
Department/Program	Data Science
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Electrical & Computer Engineering Certificate

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering Certificates
Online Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering Graduate Certificate Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Electrical & Computer Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master's in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Online Program	Master's in Electrical & Computer Engineering Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Environmental Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master’s in Environmental Engineering
Online Program	Civil Engineering: Master's in Environmental Engineering & Construction Project Management Online
Department/Program	Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Required for all international applicants; recommended for all others. Waived for WPI students and alumni.
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Fire Protection Engineering Certificate

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Fire Protection Engineering Certificates
Online Program	Fire Protection Engineering Graduate Certificate Online
Department/Program	Fire Protection Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Not required
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Fire Protection Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master's in Fire Protection Engineering
Online Program	Master's in Fire Protection Engineering Online
Department/Program	Fire Protection Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Requested for those without work experience.

Information Technology MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master's in Information Technology
Online Program	Master’s in Information Technology Online
Department/Program	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling. International applicants should apply by Jun 15 for fall and Nov 6 for spring. Domestic applicants should apply by Jul 15 for fall and Dec 15 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 15-30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required
Video Interview	Video interview, completed at your convenience. (Online program: only required for international students.)

Innovation and User Experience MS

Application Requirements
Online Program	Master’s in Innovation with User Experience Design Online
Department/Program	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 15-30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required
Video Interview	Required for International Students Only

Life Sciences Management Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Program	Life Sciences / Biomanufacturing Graduate Certificate Online
Department/Program	Biology & Biotechnology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Manufacturing Engineering Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Program	Manufacturing Engineering Graduate Certificate Online
Department/Program	Manufacturing Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Manufacturing Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master’s in Manufacturing Engineering
Online Program	Master’s in Manufacturing Engineering Online
Department/Program	Manufacturing Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Materials Science & Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master's in Material Science & Engineering
Online Program	Master’s in Materials Science Online
Department/Program	Materials Science & Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Mechanical Engineering for Technical Leaders (METL) Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Program	Mechanical Engineering for Technical Leaders (METL) Graduate Certificate Online
Department/Program	Mechanical & Materials Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Mechanical Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master's in Mechanical Engineering
Online Program	Master’s in Mechanical Engineering Online
Department/Program	Mechanical & Materials Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Operations and Supply Chain Analytics MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master’s in Operations Management & Supply Chain Analytics
Online Program	Master’s in Operations and Supply Chain Analytics Online
Department/Program	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling. International applicants should apply by Jun 15 for fall and Nov 6 for spring. Domestic applicants should apply by Jul 15 for fall and Dec 15 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 15-30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required
Video Interview	Video interview, completed at your convenience. (Online program: only required for international students.)

Power Systems Engineering Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Program	Graduate Certificates in Power Systems Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Not required
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Power Systems Engineering MEng

Application Requirements
Online Program	Master's in Power Systems Engineering Online (MEng)
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Required

Power Systems Management Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Program	Graduate Certificates in Power Systems Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Not required
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Power Systems Management MS

Application Requirements
Online Program	Master's in Power Systems Management Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Required

Robotics Engineering Certificate

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Robotics Engineering Graduate Certificate
Online Program	Graduate Certificates in Robotics Engineering Online
Department/Program	Robotics Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Not required
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Robotics Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-Campus Program	Master's in Robotics Engineering
Online Program	Master’s in Robotics Engineering Online
Department/Program	Robotics Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Required for on campus program. Not required for online program.
Statement of Purpose	Required

Supply Chain Analytics Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Program	Graduate Certificates in Supply Chain Online
Department/Program	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One Letter of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Supply Chain Essentials Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Program	Graduate Certificates in Supply Chain Online
Department/Program	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One Letter of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Systems Engineering Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Program	Systems Engineering Graduate Certificate Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Not required
GRE	Required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Not required
Resume	Required

Systems Engineering Leadership MS

Application Requirements
Online Program	Master's in Systems Engineering & Systems Engineering Leadership Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Systems Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Online Program	Master's in Systems Engineering & Systems Engineering Leadership Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Systems Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Online Program	PhD in Systems Engineering Online
Department/Program	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Faculty review applications for this program 2x per year: November 1 (Spring) and March 1 (Fall).
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the application.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Resume	Required

Our Online Enrollment Team can help answer any questions throughout the process. Visit our Meet the Team page to find your dedicated team member based on your program of interest. Schedule a meeting with them at your convenience.

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Other application documents vary by academic department and type of program (master’s, PhD, certificate).

If your application requires a statement of purpose, here's a guide to help you get started.

TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international students who come from countries where English is not the first language. Scores must be sent to WPI (school code: 3969). To learn more about TOEFL and IELTS scores, visit the Graduate Catalog.

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How to Apply

Go to the Graduate Admissions Application and create your admissions account. You have your choice of which email address and password you prefer to use for the system. Once your account is created, you can log back in at any time to upload materials or check the status of your application.

This handy interactive application checklist will help you stay organized when gathering documents for your application. Your supporting documents should be uploaded directly into your admissions application. All documents, including unofficial transcripts from all universities attended previously, are required before an application can be reviewed. Please note that official transcripts are required once you have been admitted to WPI. Those can be sent to the attention of Graduate Admissions at:

Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Graduate Admissions
100 Institute Rd
Worcester, MA 01609

Once all materials are submitted, you will receive a confirmation email and your application will be sent for departmental review. The review process may take up to six to eight weeks and you will be notified via email when an admissions decision is reached.