Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)

(Troy, NY)

Rensselaer Polytechnic University is the oldest technological university in the country. Since 1824, Rensselaer has offered an intellectually rigorous undergraduate education that values innovation and forward-thinking scientific research that will benefit and better society. Our five signature research areas – biotechnology, computation and information technology, experimental media and the arts, energy and the environment, and nanotechnology – continue to move forward thanks to our talented faculty members and the diverse, bright student body who call Rensselaer home. Our students can enroll in a variety of interdisciplinary programs which reflect their varied interests. Whether in a laboratory, classroom, or studio, Rensselaer scholars are always committed to translating their technological discoveries to make sense in the marketplace.

Admissions

42.2%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

3.5

Admitted Freshmen Ranked

  • 66% in Top 10% in H.S. Class
  • December 15, 2011
  • January 15, 2012
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1850–2130 SAT Total
  • – SAT Reading
  • – SAT Math
  • – SAT Writing
  • 29–32 ACT Composite
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$52,160
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $39,165
  • $39,165
  • $11,995
  • $1,000

Will I Like It

5,484
number of undergraduates
  • Private Non-Profit
  • City
  • 28% Women

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Management

Engineering

Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Other Engineering

Health & Medicine

Pre-Med

Military

ROTC & JROTC

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Math, Physics

Social Sciences

Other Social Sciences, Psychology

Visual Arts & Design

Architecture, Game & Interactive Media Design

Extra Curriculars

Baseball, Aero Club, Basketball, Chess, Cross Country, Band, Computers, Football, Chess Club, Golf, Computer Club, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Marching Band, Ensemble, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Piano, Soccer, Softball, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Math Club, Mock Trial, Orchestra, Science Club, Science Olympiad

Mailing Address

110 8th St
Troy, NY 12180-3590
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