Application Requirements

Graduate Admissions

If you are still investigating the opportunities for graduate programs at WPI, Degrees and Certificates is a good place to start. You may also be interested in Graduate Studies and Research.

Interested in our online graduate programs? Learn more about your online options here.

For our science, engineering, and business degrees, select the graduate program you are interested in to learn about specific application requirements and deadlines.

Review application requirements for international students.

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

Aerospace Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Aerospace Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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 online application.
GRE	Not required.
Statement of Purpose	Not required.

Aerospace Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Aerospace Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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 online application.
GRE	Not required.
Statement of Purpose	Not required.

Bioinformatics & Computational Biology MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required for all applicants; waived for WPI students and alumni.
Statement of Purpose	Required

Bioinformatics & Computational Biology PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required for all applicants; waived for WPI students and alumni.
Statement of Purpose	Required

Biology & Biotechnology MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Biology & Biotechnology
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months. There is no spring admission for this program.
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

Biology & Biotechnology PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Biology & Biotechnology
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months. There is no spring admission for this program.
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

Biomedical Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Biomedical Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months. There is no spring admission for this program.
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

Biomedical Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Biomedical Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months. There is no spring admission for this program.
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

Biomedical Engineering MEng

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Biomedical Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for the fall term. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months. There is no spring admission for this program.
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

Business Administration PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Foisie School of Business
Online 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. An interview may be offered once all credentials have arrived.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required
Letters of Recommendation	Three letters of professional 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.
GRE * or GMAT	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.
Statement of Purpose	Required; a resume is also required.

Business Analytics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	The Business School
Online 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. An interview may be offered once all credentials have arrived.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required. Applicants to the MSBA are also required to have prior college-level statistics preparation and finance/accounting preparation.
Application fee of $70	Required for campus-based programs
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 * or GMAT	Not Required
Statement of Purpose	Required; a resume is also required.
Video Essay	Online video interview, completed at your convenience.

Information Technology MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	The Business School
Online 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. An interview may be offered once all credentials have arrived.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required for campus-based programs
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; a resume is also required.
Video Essay	Online video interview, completed at your convenience.

Management MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	The Business School
Online 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. An interview may be offered once all credentials have arrived.
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 online application.
GRE	Not Required
Statement of Purpose	Required; a resume is also required.
Video Essay	Required: Online video interview, completed at your convenience.

Chemical Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Chemical Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not Required

Chemical Engineering Professional MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Chemical Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not Required

Chemical Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Chemical Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required
Statement of Purpose	Not Required

Biochemistry MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Chemistry & Biochemistry
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Biochemistry PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Chemistry & Biochemistry
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Chemistry MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Chemistry & Biochemistry
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Chemistry PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Chemistry & Biochemistry
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Civil Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Civil & Environmental Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Not required

Civil Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Civil & Environmental Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Civil Engineering MEng

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Civil & Environmental Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Not required

Construction Project Management MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Civil & Environmental Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Not required

Environmental Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Civil & Environmental Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required for all international applicants; recommended for all others. Waived for WPI students and alumni.
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Community Climate Adaptation

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Integrative & Global Studies/Civil & Environmental Engineering/Community Climate Adaptation
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling 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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	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.
Application fee of $70	A non-refundable $70 application fee (waived for WPI alumni and matriculating WPI students) is 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.
GRE	Not required
Statement of Purpose	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.

Computer Science MCS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Computer Science
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students should try to apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Not required

Computer Science MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Computer Science
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Computer Science PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Computer Science
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Data Science MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Data Science
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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 * or GMAT	Not Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Data Science PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Data Science
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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 * or GMAT	Not Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Electrical & Computer Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Electrical and Computer Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Not required

Electrical & Computer Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Electrical and Computer Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Electrical & Computer Engineering MEng

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Electrical and Computer Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Not required

Fire Protection Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Fire Protection Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Requested for those without work experience.

Fire Protection Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Fire Protection Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Interactive Media & Game Development MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Interactive Media & Game Development
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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
Portfolio	Optional (guidelines)

Learning Sciences and Technologies MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Learning Sciences and Technologies
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Strongly recommended for all applicants.
Statement of Purpose	Required; a writing sample is also required

Learning Sciences and Technologies PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Learning Sciences and Technologies
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Strongly recommended for all applicants.
Statement of Purpose	Required; a writing sample is also required

Manufacturing Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Manufacturing Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	GRE required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Manufacturing Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Manufacturing Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	GRE required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Materials Science & Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Materials Science & Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	GRE required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Materials Science & Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Materials Science & Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	GRE required for international students
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Applied Mathematics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mathematical Sciences
Online 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). June 1 is the last possible date to start an application for the fall, and October 31 for the 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
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	Not required

Applied Statistics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mathematical Sciences
Online 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). June 1 is the last possible date to start an application for the fall, and October 31 for the 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
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	Not required

Financial Mathematics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mathematical Sciences
Online 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). June 1 is the last possible date to start an application for the fall, and October 31 for the 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
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	Not required

Industrial Mathematics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mathematical Sciences
Online 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). June 1 is the last possible date to start an application for the fall, and October 31 for the 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
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	Not required

Mathematical Sciences PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mathematical Sciences
Online 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.
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 online application.
GRE	GRE math subject test required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

Mathematics for Educators MME

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mathematical Sciences
Online 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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Waived
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	Not required

Mechanical Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mechanical Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Mechanical Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mechanical Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Neuroscience MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Neuroscience
Online 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	Waived for WPI Students or 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.
GRE	Required for all international applicants; recommended for all others. Waived for WPI students and alumni.
Statement of Purpose	Required

Physics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Physics
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Physics PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Physics
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Recommended
Statement of Purpose	Required

Robotics Engineering MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Robotics Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Optional for spring 2022 term required for fall term 2022
Statement of Purpose	Required

Robotics Engineering PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Robotics Engineering
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Optional for spring 2022 term required for fall term 2022
Statement of Purpose	Required

Statistics PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Mathematical Sciences
Online 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). March 31 is the last possible date to start an application for the fall, and October 31 for the 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
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	GRE math subject test required
Statement of Purpose	Not required

System Dynamics and Innovation Management MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Social Science/Policy Studies
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

System Dynamics PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Social Science/Policy Studies
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Systems Modeling MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Social Science/Policy Studies
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Physics for Educators MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	STEM for Educators
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Mathematics for Educators MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	STEM for Educators
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

System Dynamics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Social Science/Policy Studies
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required

Computational Media PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Interactive Media & Game Development
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Recommended for all applicants.
Statement of Purpose	Required
Portfolio	Required (guidelines)

Interactive Media & Game Development MFA

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Interactive Media & Game Development
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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
Portfolio	Required (guidelines)
Artist/Designer/Writer’s Statement	Required (guidelines)

Science and Technology for Innovation in Global Development MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Science and Technology for Innovation in Global Development MS
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	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.
GRE	Not Required
Statement of Purpose	Please provide a statement 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.

Applied Physics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Physics
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months
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.

Applied Physics PhD

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Physics
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan 1 for fall and Oct 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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	Recommended but not required.
Statement of Purpose	Required.

Cyber Security MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	Cyber Security
Online Application Submission Deadline	Rolling, but students seeking funding should apply by Jan. 1 for fall and Oct. 1 for spring. Keep in mind that programs generally do not review applications during the summer months.
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

Operations and Supply Chain Analytics MS

Application Requirements
Department/Program	The Business School
Online 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.
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities	Required
Application fee of $70	Required for On Campus based programs
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 or GMAT	Not Required
Statement of Purpose	Required; a resume is also required.
Video Essay	Online video interview, completed at your convenience.

Starting Your Application

Start your WPI graduate application by clicking on the link below. You don’t need to complete the application in one sitting. After you submit your application you will not be able to make changes. If you have questions along the way, please contact us at grad@wpi.edu. For Foisie Business School-specific questions contact business@wpi.edu.

IMPORTANT: Do not mail any documents to WPI.

All required credentials should be provided electronically through the application. Paper documents mailed to our office will be discarded.

The minimum TOEFL score for science and engineering applicants whose native language is not English is 84, ideally with no subscore below 20. The minimum total IELTS score is 7.0 with no band score below 6.5. Foisie Business School application requirements are below.

If applicants have two continuous years of full-time, university-level study completed within the last five years, in a country where the official language is English, he or she can request a TOEFL/IELTS waiver. Students who have studied at a school where the language of instruction is English, but the official language of the country is not English do not qualify for a waiver (e.g., study at the American University in Cairo, Egypt, does not qualify a student for the TOEFL waiver).

TOEFLS and IELTS are also waived for individuals who have been in the US for three or more years working.

There are no minimum GRE scores, but the average for admitted students is typically 150 verbal, 165 quantitative, and 3.0 analytical.

WPI only accepts official test scores from the GMAT, GRE, or TOEFL. Please contact the ETS and have your scores released to us if they are required. Our institution code is 3969, and all departments use the same code.

WPI downloads IELTS scores that have been transmitted to our e-download account. We will not accept paper IELTS test report forms. Please contact your test center and request that your scores be sent to the following IELTS e-download account:

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Graduate Admissions
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA 01609
508-831-5301

Foisie Business School:

For all Foisie Business School graduate programs the minimum score for the TOEFL exam is 90 and the IELTS minimum score is 7. For Foisie Business School PhD applicants, a TOEFL minimum score of 100 (internet based) or an IELTS band score of 7.5 is required.

The GMAT/GRE is optional for all Foisie Business School programs.

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International Students

Application Requirements

Your Application Status

It will take approximately two weeks to process your application and support materials. At that point you’ll receive notification and directions on checking the status of your application.

Each application is personally reviewed by the academic department. Admission decisions may take six to eight weeks. To notify you as soon as we know the decision, Graduate Admissions will send you an email. The official offer of admission will be sent by mail.

Acceptance letters contain login information to a website where you will find details about registration, orientation, and life at WPI.

Graduate Course Catalog

Admitted students