Admissions for Online Programs | Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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.

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.

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 Degree	Master’s in Aerospace Engineering
Online Degree	Master’s in Aerospace Engineering Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required for online program only.

Aerospace Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Aerospace Engineering
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Applied Mathematics MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Applied Mathematics
Department	Mathematical Sciences
Application Submission Deadline	January 1 is the deadline to complete an application for full consideration for fall admission (we begin reviewing applications just after that date). October 31 is the last possible date to start an application for the spring. As of November 11, 2023, applications to this program are no longer being accepted for the spring 2024 entry term.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Applied Physics MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Applied Physics
Department	Physics
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Applied Physics PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Applied Physics
Department	Physics
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	Recommended but 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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Applied Statistics MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Applied Statistics
Department	Mathematical Sciences
Application Submission Deadline	January 1 is the deadline to complete an application for full consideration for fall admission (we begin reviewing applications just after that date). October 31 is the last possible date to start an application for the spring. As of November 11, 2023, applications to this program are no longer being accepted for the spring 2024 entry term.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Biochemistry MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Biochemistry
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biochemistry PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Biochemistry
Department	Chemistry & Biochemistry
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. This program is no longer accepting applications for spring 2024
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Bioinformatics & Computational Biology MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
Department	Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	Required for all applicants; waived for WPI students and alumni.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Bioinformatics & Computational Biology PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
Department	Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall. There is no spring intake for this program.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	Required for all applicants; waived for WPI students and alumni.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biology & Biotechnology MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Biology and Biotechnology
Department	Biology & Biotechnology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. There is no spring admission for this program.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biology & Biotechnology PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Biology and Biotechnology
Department	Biology & Biotechnology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. There is no spring admission for this program.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biomanufacturing Certificate Online

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

Biomedical Engineering MEng

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering
Department	Biomedical Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. There is no spring admission for this program.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biomedical Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Biomedical Engineering
Department	Biomedical Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. There is no spring admission for this program.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biomedical Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Biomedical Engineering
Department	Biomedical Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. There is no spring admission for this program.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission. There is no admission for the Spring 2022 term for this PhD program. The next available term for complete applications is Fall 2022. The deadline for that term is January 1, 2022.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Bioscience Management MS

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Master’s in Bioscience Management Online
Department	Biology & Biotechnology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biotechnology MS

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Master’s in Biotechnology Online
Department	Biology & Biotechnology
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Business Administration MBA

Application Requirements
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	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.
Additional Information	Applicants are also required to have two years’ professional work experience (post-graduation from undergrad) by the start of the program.

Business Administration PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Business Administration
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Application deadline for the fall semester is February 1st for domestic and international students. Applications submitted after the deadline will be reviewed on a case by case basis. We do not accept applications for the spring semester.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 15-30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	GMAT or GRE scores are required; waivers could be available for WPI alumni who have achieved a 3.0 GPA or higher and may be waived for applications with special circumstances. For more information please see below.
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. Academically qualified recommendations may be submitted, as needed.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Business Analytics MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Business Analytics
Online Degree	Master’s in Business Analytics Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Additional Information	Applicants to the MSBA are also required to have at least one prior college-level statistics course with a grade of B or better.

Business Certificate

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Innovation with User Experience
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Chemical Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Chemical Engineering
Department	Chemical 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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Chemical Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Chemical Engineering
Department	Chemical 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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Chemical Engineering Professional MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Professional Master’s Program in Chemical Engineering
Department	Chemical 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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Chemistry MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Chemistry
Online Degree	MS in Chemistry Online: Medicinal Plant Chemistry Focus
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Chemistry PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Chemistry
Department	Chemistry & Biochemistry
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. This program is no longer accepting applications for spring 2024
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Civil Engineering MEng

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering (MEng)
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Civil Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Civil Engineering
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Civil Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Community Climate Adaptation

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Community Climate Adaptation
Department	Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering, Integrative & Global Studies
Application Submission Deadline	This program only enrolls for the fall semester. There is no spring semester admission. Students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall semester admission. Funding is not guaranteed, but students who apply by 1 January will be considered when it is available.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for WPI students and alumni)
GRE	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on the applicant’s qualifications for pursuing graduate study in the chosen field. Applicants are required to invite their recommenders to submit letters through the online application only.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required. This is a brief essay discussing background, interests, academic intent, and the reasons the applicant feels s/he would benefit from the program. The statement of purpose must be submitted electronically with the online application.
Additional Information	College transcripts in English and the original language from all accredited degree-granting institutions attended are required. Admitted students must provide official transcripts with an indication that the bachelor’s degree has been awarded before they matriculate. Candidates for the CCA MS must meet WPI’s requirements and have a BS in social science, environmental studies/science, physical sciences, biological sciences, engineering, or other relevant field, with a minimum 3.25 GPA.

Computational Media PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Computational Media
Department	Interactive Media & Game Development
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Portfolio	Required (guidelines)

Computer Science Certificate

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

Computer Science MCS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master of Computer Science (MCS)
Department	Computer Science
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling. There is no spring intake for the on-campus program.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Computer Science MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master of Science in Computer Science (MS)
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Computer Science PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Computer Science
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Construction Project Management Certificate

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Construction Project Management Certificate
Online Degree	Construction Project Management Graduate Certificate Online
Department	Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required for online program only.

Construction Project Management MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Construction Project Management
Online Degree	Civil Engineering: Master's in Environmental Engineering & Construction Project Management Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required for online program only.

Cyber Security MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Cyber Security
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Data Science Certificate

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

Data Science MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Data Science
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Data Science PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Data Science
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Electrical & Computer Engineering Certificate

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

Electrical & Computer Engineering MEng

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE)
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Electrical & Computer Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Online Degree	Master's in Electrical & Computer Engineering Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Electrical & Computer Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Electrical & Computer Engineering
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Environmental Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Environmental Engineering
Online Degree	Civil Engineering: Master's in Environmental Engineering & Construction Project Management Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Executive PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Executive PhD
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling deadline
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 15-30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	GMAT/GRE scores are not required, but the average score for admitted students is 630.
Letters of Recommendation	Two letters
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required. As part of your Statement or Purpose, please include your proposed programs, areas of interest, and outcomes goals. During our review process, we will then attempt to pair you with a faculty member who is a good match to work with you in the program. If you have already identified a potential faculty member to be your advisor, please list them in your statement.
Additional Information	Requires 15 years of experience. Students are expected to have successfully demonstrated graduate-level knowledge in a discipline that is relevant to the student's proposed concentration.
Video Interview	An interview may be offered once all credentials have arrived, but it’s not required.

Financial Technology (FinTech) Certificate

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Financial Technology Certificate
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Financial Technology (FinTech) MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Financial Technology (FinTech)
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but international applicants should apply by June 15 for fall and November 6 for spring, while domestic applicants should apply by July 15 for fall and December 15 for spring.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of recommendation submitted electronically via the online application from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Additional Information	Applicants to MS FinTech are required to have completed at least one prior college-level statistics and finance/accounting preparation course.

Fire Protection Engineering Certificate

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

Fire Protection Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Fire Protection Engineering
Online Degree	Master's in Fire Protection Engineering Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Requested for those without work experience.

Fire Protection Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Fire Protection Engineering
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Health Systems Innovation Certificate

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

Industrial Mathematics MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Industrial Mathematics
Department	Mathematical Sciences
Application Submission Deadline	January 1 is the deadline to complete an application for full consideration for fall admission (we begin reviewing applications just after that date). October 31 is the last possible date to start an application for the spring. As of November 11, 2023, applications to this program are no longer being accepted for the spring 2024 entry term.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Information Technology Certificate

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Information Technology Certificate
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Information Technology MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Information Technology
Online Degree	Master’s in Information Technology Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Additional Information	Applicants to the MSIT are also required to have at least one prior college-level programming course with a grade of B or better

Innovation and User Experience MS

Application Requirements
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 15-30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Interactive Media & Game Design (MFA)

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media & Game Design (MFA)
Department	Interactive Media & Game Development
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Portfolio	Required (guidelines)
Artist/Designer/Writer’s Statement	Required (guidelines)

Interactive Media & Game Development MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Interactive Media & Game Development
Department	Interactive Media & Game Development
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Portfolio	Optional (guidelines)

Learning Sciences & Technologies MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Learning Sciences & Technologies
Department	Learning Sciences & Technologies
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	Strongly recommended for all applicants.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Writing Sample	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Learning Sciences & Technologies PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Learning Sciences & Technologies
Department	Learning Sciences & Technologies
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	Strongly recommended for all applicants.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Writing Sample	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Life Sciences Management Certificate

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

Management MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Management
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	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. Decisions are made on a rolling basis.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 15-30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Additional Information	This program is only available for BS/MS students.

Manufacturing Engineering Certificate

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

Manufacturing Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Manufacturing Engineering
Online Degree	Master’s in Manufacturing Engineering Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Manufacturing Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Manufacturing Engineering
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Materials Science & Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Material Science & Engineering
Online Degree	Master’s in Materials Science Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Materials Science & Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Materials Science & Engineering
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Mathematical Sciences PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Mathematical Sciences
Department	Mathematical Sciences
Application Submission Deadline	February 1st is the last date to submit an application for full consideration of fall admission. (Note that several WPI fellowship opportunities have a deadline of January 1st and applications submitted earlier than February 1st are encouraged.) March 31 is the last possible date to start an application for the fall, and October 31 for the spring. As of November 11, 2023, applications to this program are no longer being accepted for the spring 2024 entry term.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	GRE math subject test is strongly recommended
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Mathematics for Educators MME

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Mathematics for Educators
Department	Mathematical Sciences
Application Submission Deadline	Applications are accepted year-round for admission to the fall (August) or spring (January) semester. Students can begin taking courses before formal admission to the program, but should consult with the program director before enrolling.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Mathematics for Educators MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Mathematics for Educators (MMEd)
Department	Mathematical Sciences
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Mechanical Engineering for Technical Leaders (METL) Certificate

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

Mechanical Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Mechanical Engineering
Online Degree	Master’s in Mechanical Engineering Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Mechanical Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Mechanical Engineering
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Neuroscience MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Neuroscience
Department	Neuroscience
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for WPI students and alumni)
GRE	The GRE is recommended of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Nuclear Science and Engineering Certificate

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

Operations and Supply Chain Analytics MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Operations & Supply Chain Analytics
Online Degree	Master’s in Operations and Supply Chain Analytics Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Physics for Educators MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Physics for Educators (MPED)
Department	Physics
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Physics MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master’s in Physics
Department	Physics
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Physics PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Physics
Department	Physics
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	Recommended
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Power Systems Engineering Certificate

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

Power Systems Engineering MEng

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Master's in Power Systems Engineering Online (MEng)
Department	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Optional

Power Systems Management Certificate

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

Power Systems Management MS

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Master's in Power Systems Management Online
Department	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Robotics Engineering Certificate

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

Robotics Engineering MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Robotics Engineering
Online Degree	Master’s in Robotics Engineering Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for online program)
GRE	Required for on campus program. Not required 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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Robotics Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Robotics Engineering
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Science and Technology for Innovation in Global Development Certificate

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Science, Technology, and Innovation for Global Development Certificate
Department	Social Science & Policy Studies
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	One letter of recommendation is required.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Science and Technology for Innovation in Global Development MS

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	Master's in Science and Technology for Innovation in Global Development
Department	Social Science & Policy Studies
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Our program requires two letters from employers, supervisors, professors, instructors, or others who are able to comment on your professional and educational goals and potential (no friends or relatives, please). These references should be able to judge your qualifications — including intellectual and analytical ability, oral and written communication skills, independence, initiative, and drive —necessary for success in graduate coursework and/or research, if applicable.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required. Please provide a Statement of Purpose in which you discuss your professional goals, academic interests, and/or research interests, as well as your plans for achieving these goals. Please indicate specific faculty members with whom you would like to work. Please also discuss your specific educational, professional, or other experiences that will contribute to your success in the program and in your career. This statement should not exceed 800 words.

Statistics PhD

Application Requirements
On-campus Degree	PhD in Statistics
Department	Mathematical Sciences
Application Submission Deadline	January 1 is the deadline to complete an application for full consideration for fall admission (we begin reviewing applications just after that date). October 31 is the last possible date to start an application for the spring. As of November 11, 2023, applications to this program are no longer being accepted for the spring 2024 entry term.
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Supply Chain Analytics Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Graduate Certificates in Supply Chain Online
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Supply Chain Essentials Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Graduate Certificates in Supply Chain Online
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

System Dynamics PhD

Application Requirements
Department	Social Science & Policy Studies
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Systems Engineering Certificate

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Systems Engineering Graduate Certificate Online
Department	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	The GRE is required of all applicants. The GRE is waived for any applicant applying with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in the United States or Canada.
Letters of Recommendation	Not required
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Systems Engineering Leadership MS

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Master's in Systems Engineering & Systems Engineering Leadership Online
Department	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Systems Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Online Degree	Master's in Systems Engineering & Systems Engineering Leadership Online
Department	Electrical & Computer Engineering
Application Submission Deadline	Rolling
All Credentials Deadline	We recommend completing your application within 30 days of submission.
Application fee of $70	Not Required
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Systems Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Online Degree	PhD in Systems Engineering Online
Department	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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Resume	Required
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Systems Modeling MS

Application Requirements
Department	Social Science & Policy Studies
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.
Application fee of $70	Required
GRE	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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

WPI & NUTM

Application Requirements
Department	The Business School
Application Submission Deadline	Apply by Nov. 15 for spring (January start).
All Credentials Deadline	Application decisions are generally delivered within 10-14 Business Days.
Application fee of $70	Required (waived for WPI students and alumni)
GRE	Not required
Letters of Recommendation	Three Letters of Recommendation (HR/Supervisor recommendation will be accepted).
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required
Additional Information	USE CODE: WPINUTM to get application waiver.

Have Questions?

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.

Meet the Team

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.

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.