Application Requirements
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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. |
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. |
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 |
Artificial Intelligence in Business 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 | Not required. |
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities | Required |
Statement of Purpose | Not required. |
Artificial Intelligence MS
Application Requirements | |
On-Campus/Online Degree | This track is offered for both an On-Campus and Online degree |
Online Degree | Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (AI) |
Department | Computer Science |
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 | 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. |
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. |
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. All applications must be submitted by Feb 1. 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. All applications must be submitted by Feb 1. 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 | |
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. |
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 | |
On-Campus/Online Degree | This track is offered for both an On-Campus and Online degree |
On-campus Degree | Master’s in Biotechnology |
Online Degree | Online Master’s in Biotechnology |
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 in Analytics (MBA)
Application Requirements | |
On-campus Degree | MBA in Analytics |
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 | Required (waived for WPI students and alumni) |
GRE | Not Required |
Letters of Recommendation | 3 with one from a relevant non-academic source |
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. |
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 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 |
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. |
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) |
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 |
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 | |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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. |
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/Online Degree | This track is offered for both an On-Campus and Online degree |
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 |
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 |
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. |
Explosion Protection Engineering MS
Application Requirements | |
On-Campus/Online Degree | This track is offered for both an On-Campus and Online degree |
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 WPI students and alumni) |
GRE | Not Required |
Letters of Recommendation | 3 Letters |
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. |
Explosion Protection Engineering Technical Certificate
Application Requirements | |
On-Campus/Online Degree | This track is offered for both an On-Campus and Online degree |
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 WPI students and alumni) |
GRE | Not Required |
Letters of Recommendation | Not Required |
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. |
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. |
Financial Technology (FinTech) PhD
Application Requirements | |
On-campus Degree | PhD in Financial Technology (FinTech) |
Department | The Business School |
Application Submission Deadline | Application deadline for the fall semester is May 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 30 days of submission. |
Application fee of $70 | Not Required |
GRE | GMAT or GRE scores are optional; 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. |
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 they would benefit from the program. The statement of purpose must be submitted electronically with the online application. |
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 |
Global Health MS
Application Requirements | |
On-campus Degree | Master of Science in Global Health |
Department | Integrative & Global Studies |
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 | Not required |
Letters of Recommendation | Three letters of recommendation are required from individuals who can comment on the applicant’s qualifications for pursuing graduate study in the chosen field. Applicants must 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 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 | A bachelor's degree in an area related to one of the four concentrations, or a minor in Global Health, or some direct experience in the field, is required. A strong applicant who is missing background coursework as needed for course requirements may be admitted, with the expectation that they will take and pass one or more undergraduate courses in this area of deficiency either during the summer prior to admission or within the first semester after admission. 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. |
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. |
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 with User Experience Certificate
Application Requirements | |
On-Campus/Online Degree | This track is offered for both an On-Campus and Online degree |
On-campus Degree | Innovation with User Experience 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. |
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities | Required |
Statement of Purpose | Required |
Integrated STEM Education MS
Application Requirements | |
Department | STEM Education Center |
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 | 2 letters of recommendation from people familiar with your work as an educator and can speak about your pedagogical approach and experience. At least one letter should be from a current or past supervisor (e.g., Dept. Head, Principal, Vice-Principal, Instruct coach, etc.) in an educational setting. |
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities | Required |
Statement of Purpose | Required. Applicants must identify how the program will support their professional and career goals. |
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 | |
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 |
Master of Architecture
Application Requirements | |
On-campus Degree | Master of Architecture |
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 | 3 with one from a relevant non-academic source |
Resume | Required |
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities | Required |
Statement of Purpose | Required – Provide goals as part of this submission |
Additional Information | Portfolio of creative work Resume |
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 | January 1st is the last date to submit an application for full consideration for fall admission that year. March 31st is the last day to start an application for the fall, and October 31st is the last day for the following spring. |
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 (MME) |
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 | |
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 |
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 |
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 | Highly 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 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 |
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 | Highly 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 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 | |
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 | |
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. |
Secure Programming Certificate
Application Requirements | |
On-Campus/Online Degree | This track is offered for both an On-Campus and Online degree |
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. |
Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities | Required |
Statement of Purpose | Required. |
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. |
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 | Not Required |
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 | |
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 | |
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 |
Teaching Cyber Security for High School Teachers Certificate
Application Requirements | |
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 | Not required. |
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. |
Starting Your Application
This interactive application checklist will help you stay organized when gathering documents for 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 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.
Applicants who are admitted and enroll at WPI will be required to submit final and official transcripts from any university that issued a degree or where classes were taken that counted towards the degree. We will accept mailed final and official transcripts.
English Language Proficiency Requirement
Applicants seeking to attend WPI whose native language it not English must submit official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores.
Most programs require a minimum TOEFL score of 84, IELTS score of 6.5, or Duolingo score of 115. The minimum band score for IELTS is 6.5.
The Business Masters programs require a minimum TOEFL score of 90, IELTS score of 7, or Duolingo score of 115. The Business PHD program requires a minimum TOEFL score of 100 or IELTS score of 7.5.
The English proficiency test score requirement is waived for applicants who have either completed two years of full-time, continuous study in a college or university in the U.S., the U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, or the Anglophone regions of Africa, Canada, and the Caribbean within five years of matriculating at WPI or been in the U.S. for three or more years working. View English speaking countries.
WPI accepts the TOEFL home test. We will not accept paper IELTS test report forms.
GRE Requirement
Several WPI programs require or strongly recommend the GRE. Please review the application requirements page to identify if the test is required. There are no minimum GRE scores, but the average for admitted students is typically 150 verbal, 165 quantitative, and 3.0 analytical.
Contact ETS and have your scores released to us if they are required. Our institution code is 3969, and all departments use the same code.
Please use the following link to send the official Duolingo scores to WPI.
The Business School at WPI
For all graduate programs in The WPI Business School, the minimum score for the TOEFL exam is 90, the IELTS minimum score is 7, and the Duolingo minimum score is 115. For PhD applicants, a TOEFL minimum score of 100 (internet based) or an IELTS band score of 7.5 is required. Duolingo scores are not accepted for The Business School’s PhD programs. Learn more about our ESL waiver policies.
The GMAT/GRE is optional for all programs in The Business School except for the PhD in Business Administration.
Requirements for PhD in Business Administration
- Minimum GMAT score of 600 or its equivalent on the GRE taken within the last 5 years. The WPI alum GMAT/GRE waiver policy does not apply to the PhD program, and a WPI alum must submit their GMAT/GRE scores
- Master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or an approved foreign equivalent institution
- Grade point averages of 3.5 or better in all prior undergraduate and graduate studies
International Students
Your Application Status
Your application will only move forward for review once all of the required materials are received. After you submit your application, you will receive a link to an application status page where you can check that all of your application requirements have been met. Once your application is marked as complete, you will receive an email that your application is under review.
Each completed application is personally reviewed by the academic department. Admission decisions may take six to eight weeks from the time that your application is marked as complete.
Please note, if you submit your application before the priority deadline for a given semester, application review will not begin until the priority deadline has passed. If you submit your application prior to the deadline, please allow 6-8 weeks after the deadline for your application to be reviewed. Once a decision is made on your application, you will receive an email notification to login to the application status page and view your decision letter.