Parent-to-Parent Letter
Many WPI employees have children who participated in the Global Projects Program. Their collective wisdom is available in the Parent-to-Parent letter (PDF).
Costs
Students completing MQPs, IQPs, or Humanities & Arts (HUA) credits off-campus will incur costs above tuition. More details about each project center and the associated costs are available on the program specific pages. You can read more in our Finance section of this website.
Communication
Parents looking for tips on some of the most efficient and cost effective ways to keep in touch with their student while they are abroad can download the following document: Communicating With Your Student Abroad (PDF)
Global Projects Program Application Process
The GPP application process is competitive. Meeting deadlines, completing all components of the application, and attending meeting and/or interviews on time all contribute to a successful application. Every application is carefully reviewed and considered. However, no student is guaranteed placement at any project center.
Site Specific Student Handbooks
An email, including a digital copy of the Going Global Handbook, will be sent to parents after students' Pre-Departure Orientation, a couple of weeks into the prep term (the term prior to departure). This handbook has details about housing, safety, packing, etc. If you did not receive the email, please email global@wpi.edu and we would be happy to send it to you.