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Worcester Polytechnic Institute
#44 in Best Value Colleges in America
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Worcester, MA
  • 640 reviews
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute Cost

Net Price

Net Price
$43,027/ year
National
$15,523
Net Price Calculator
wpi.edu/admissions/tuition-aid/cost-attendance
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $29,482/ year
  • $30-48k
    $27,915/ year
  • $49-75k
    $33,493/ year
  • $76-110k
    $39,727/ year
  • $110k+
    $44,424/ year

Net price is the average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition
$48,628/ year
Out-of-State Tuition
$48,628/ year
Average Housing Cost
$8,122/ year
Average Meal Plan Cost
$6,096/ year
Books & Supplies
$1,000/ year
Tuition Guarantee Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Prepaid Tuition Plan
Yes

Loans

Students Taking Out Loans
58%
Average Loan Amount
$11,216/ year
National
$6,768
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Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid
96%
Average Total Aid Awarded
$19,515/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Aid
  • Federal Grant Aid
    12%
  • State Grant Aid
    8%
  • Institution Grant Aid
    96%
  • Pell Grant
    12%
Average Aid Awarded
  • Federal Grant Aid
    $5,702
  • State Grant Aid
    $1,805
  • Institution Grant Aid
    $18,659
  • Pell Grant Amount
    $4,043
Poll
Which statement best describes your financial aid experience at this school?
Based on 58 responses
  • It went smoothly, and I received the financial aid I needed.
    50%
  • The process was a hassle, but I received the financial aid I needed.
    16%
  • It was an absolute headache, and it took multiple attempts to receive any aid.
    3%
  • It is an ongoing process that I am still dealing with.
    21%
  • I did not apply for financial aid.
    10%
Financial Aid Website
wpi.edu/admissions/tuition-aid

Overall Value

Value
A+
Based on average net price, earnings potential, student and alumni reviews, and additional factors.
Poll
93%
of students feel like they are getting their money's worth out of their program.14 responses
Graduation Rate
89%
National
49%
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