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Key Highlights for Indian Students
Indian Student Advantage
WPI offers extensive international student support, including orientation, visa advising, academic support, and counseling.
The Indian Student Association provides a community for Indian students to connect and engage.
WPI has a strong alumni network in India, with an estimated 500+ alumni.
The university features extensive internship and co-op programs, enhancing employability through strong industry ties.
The estimated total cost of attendance is competitive, with a clear breakdown of living and housing expenses.
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Why Consider
WPI offers extensive internship programs with strong industry connections in New England.
Students can engage in funded research across various innovative fields.
WPI provides orientation, visa advising, and academic support for international students.
International students can apply for merit scholarships to help fund their education.
WPI offers popular programs in fields like Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering.
Things to Consider
Worcester Polytechnic Institute offers three intakes: Fall, Spring, and Summer. The next intake is scheduled for August 2025, which may influence your application timeline.
For undergraduate programs, a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Graduate programs may have additional requirements such as GRE or GMAT scores, depending on the program.
International applicants must meet English language proficiency requirements. Accepted tests include PTE (minimum 58), IELTS (overall minimum 6.5), TOEFL (minimum 80 iBT), and Duolingo (minimum 110).