Go Beyond Theory. Build Real Tech That Matters.
Build AI systems, design games, secure networks. Start coding real solutions from day one.
1All degree levels, all areas of study | 2U.S. News & World Report, 2025 | 3All students eligible to receive up to $5,000 for global project work
A Tech Degree Where You Can Explore Before Committing
Worried about choosing the wrong tech major? At WPI, you'll work on real projects across different computing fields before deciding your focus. Apply now—explore before committing to your path. Our flexible curriculum lets you discover whether you're passionate about AI, cybersecurity, game design, or data science through hands-on experience—not just course catalogs.
What You'll Create Starting on Your First Day
Not simulations. Real projects that matter.
Build AI systems that address real problems
Create machine learning models for mental health detection using Amazon cloud infrastructure. Develop AI-driven trading systems and intelligent tutoring platforms. Design neural networks that predict outcomes from real medical data.
Design games and interactive experiences
Build VR experiences to preserve Venice's historic bell towers. Create educational games for middle school science education. Work on interactive digital touchscreens for museums reaching thousands of visitors.
Secure critical systems and networks
Develop strong authentication systems and Windows GUI context extraction tools. Build cybersecurity solutions that safeguard the online presence of vulnerable populations. Create digital forensics tools for real organizations.
Transform data into actionable insights
Analyze emergency services data to improve response times. Build dashboards for forex trading risk analysis. Create predictive models that help organizations make data-driven decisions.
How You'll Actually Learn (Spoiler: It's Different)
Never coded before? Perfect. We start with the basics and build up—everyone begins somewhere.
7-Week Terms
Intensive focus on 3 courses at a time means deeper learning and real project completion
Projects From Day One
Build real software for actual clients starting your first year, not after graduation
Collaborative Culture
Work in teams like real tech companies do—no cutthroat competition
No Failing Grades
A, B, C, or NR system encourages taking risks and exploring new technologies
Personal Attention
13:1 student-faculty ratio means professors actually know your name
Simple Philosophy
Go to class. Do the work. Ask for help. It works.
Choose Your Computing Path
Or combine programs to create your unique tech expertise
Computer Science
- Build software solutions for real companies during 7-week intensive terms
- Master AI, cybersecurity, and full-stack development with ABET accreditation
Microsoft • Amazon • SpaceX • Google • IBM
Cybersecurity
- Design and build secure systems at every level, from microchips to code
- Go beyond software to protect against growing threats at the hardware level
MITRE • Lockheed Martin • BAE Systems • U.S. Department of Defense
Data Science
- Apply machine learning to predict outcomes from medical imaging data
- One of the nation's first undergrad programs combining CS, math, and business
MongoDB • Fidelity • Cambridge Associates • Wayfair
Interactive Media & Game Development
- Create VR experiences, mobile games, and interactive media from day one
- Work with industry pros from Epic Games, Unity, and major studios
Epic Games • Demiurge Studios • Unity • Ubisoft • 343 Industries
Information Systems & Technologies
- Bridge business strategy and technology with AI-powered applications
- Deploy enterprise systems for Fortune 500 companies
Boston Scientific • Dell Technologies • KPMG • Wellington Management
Electrical & Computer Engineering
- Design embedded systems and program FPGAs starting your first year
- Build everything from smartphones to spacecraft with ABET accreditation
Intel • SpaceX • Raytheon/RTX • Dell • National Grid
Robotics Engineering
- Design and build functioning robotic systems from your first year
- Study at one of the nation's first robotics engineering programs
SpaceX • Amazon Robotics • Blue Origin • Symbotic • Agility Robotics
Financial Technology
- Build blockchain systems and cryptocurrency platforms hands-on
- Create AI-powered trading algorithms for real financial institutions
Wall Street firms • FinTech startups • Major banks • Insurance companies
Find Your Computing Superpower
Not sure which path fits you best? Take 30 seconds to discover your computing destiny.
Choose what excites you most ⚡
90% of Our Graduates Are Employed or Continuing Their Studies Within 6 Months
This success rate represents all degree levels and all areas of study
"All my favorite classes at WPI have involved projects and group work. In Object-Oriented Design class, for example, my partner and I built a particle collision simulator that, once we got the physics right, displayed all the particles in a turkey shape for Thanksgiving."
Where Computing Grads Work
Microsoft • Google • Amazon • SpaceX • Epic Games • IBM • Intel • Unity • MongoDB • Fidelity Investments • Raytheon/RTX • Dell Technologies • MIT Lincoln Laboratory • National Grid • Symbotic
...and many, many more
Take Your Code Global: Work on projects at 50+ locations worldwide through the Global Projects Program. Recent projects include developing Google Docs add-ons like docASSIST, creating cloud-based FinTech API integrations with IBM, and building software infrastructure that empowers teachers in developing nations.
Ready to Build Tomorrow's Technology?
Join a community where your creations make real impact from day one.
Apply Now"Go to class. Do the work. Ask for help."
Early Decision/Early Action I: November 1
Early Decision/Early Action II: January 5
Regular Decision: February 1