Transfer from Manchester Community College (MCC) to WPI

Transfer to WPI with confidence: clear requirements and proven return on investment make your decision easy.

Transferring from Manchester Community College (MCC) to WPI is a simple and well-supported process. Our transfer partnership offers defined admissions criteria, substantial financial support, and a tailored pathway designed to help you move forward with confidence.

Through our agreement with MCC, eligible students receive:

Guaranteed admission to WPI when requirements are met
A minimum $20,000 transfer scholarship per year, with additional aid considered
Guaranteed on-campus housing
Two free summer courses (a $5,000 value)
Automatic review for merit scholarships and financial aid

At WPI, you’ll join a nationally recognized STEM university known for our experiential learning and strong career outcomes. Graduates leave with an average starting salary of $80,294, reinforcing the long-term value of a WPI degree.

Applying to WPI as a transfer student is 100% free. Why wait? Explore your proven transfer pathway from MCC to WPI below. ↓

$20K Transfer Scholarship. Each Year. Guaranteed.

Transfer students admitted from Manchester Community College are guaranteed the WPI Transfer Partner Student Scholarship, valued at a minimum of $20,000 each year for up to four years. You may also combine this scholarship with additional aid.

WPI has a long history of success with transfer students from partner institutions. Manchester Community College students are guaranteed admission as transfer applicants when they meet the following criteria:

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3*
Completion of an associate’s degree in any academic program
One college-level precalculus or calculus I course
One laboratory science course

* If your GPA is 3.0 or higher and you meet all other requirements, we still strongly encourage you to apply!

WPI Students working on robotics project

Course Transfer Credit Guide

Your Path to a Bachelor's Degree at WPI

Use the official transfer pathway guide to understand how your Manchester Community College coursework applies toward a WPI degree. The pathway also highlights majors that align with your associate degree to help you plan your transition.

View Pathway from MCC to WPI (PDF)

Housing & Dining Highlights

On-campus housing is guaranteed for transfer students.
Residential and optional meal plans are available to suit different living and dining preferences.
Dining locations across campus offer a wide range of choices, from ramen and rice bowls to sandwiches and smoothies.
Need coffee between classes? Dunkin’ and Starbucks are conveniently located right on campus.

Full-time transfer students enrolled at WPI, domestic and international, are eligible for WPI merit scholarships and need-based aid.

Part-time transfer students enrolled at WPI are not eligible for WPI merit scholarships or need-based aid. However, part-time domestic students may be eligible for federal and / or state financial aid.

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) :

To determine your eligibility for federal aid, file the FAFSA form.
Use WPI school code 002233.

College Scholarship Service (CSS ) :

To determine your eligibility for WPI-funded financial assistance, fill out the CSS profile.
Use WPI school code 3969.

Estimate your costs with the WPI Net Price Calculator.

For more details, see Transfer Students on the Office of Financial Aid’s website.

Financial Aid Deadlines for Transfer Students

	CSS Profile Application	FAFSA	Notification Date	Notes
Spring 2026 Entry Transfer Applicants	Due November 1, 2025	Due November 1, 2025	Rolling after application date	Applicants must file the 2025-2026 CSS Profile & FAFSA
Fall 2026 Entry Transfer Applicants	Due May 15, 2026	Due May 15, 2026	Rolling after application date	Applicants must file the 2026-2027 CSS Profile & FAFSA

Don’t Just Get a Degree.

Build Your Career with Purpose.

Transfer students apply to WPI for free! Ready to launch an innovative career in STEM that pays off for life?

	Spring Entry	Fall Entry
Application Opens	September 1	January 16
Application Review Begins	Late September	Mid-March
Application Deadline	November 1	June 10
Decision Notification	Rolling (Begins early October)	Rolling (Begins mid/late April)
Enrollment Deadline	December 3	July 10

Transfer from Manchester Community College to WPI

Your Transfer Path from MCC to WPI

$20K Transfer Scholarship. Each Year. Guaranteed.

Free Summer Courses for Transfer Students

Requirements for Admission

Your Path to a Bachelor's Degree at WPI

Housing & Dining Highlights

Financial Aid for WPI Transfer Students

Student Voice

Lifetime Value for Transfer Students

Admissions Deadlines for Transfer Students

Financial Aid Deadlines for Transfer Students

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