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Worcester Polytechnic Institute
(WPI)
About
The Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a private research university in Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1865, WPI was one of the United States' first engineering and technology universities and now has 14 academic departments with over 50 bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. degree programs. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity".
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 601 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 15 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 6,312
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 12.9 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 14%
- Female : Male
- 36 : 64
- Staff
- 1,283
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing | 51+ | - | 2021 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-450 | - | 2022 |
| Engineering & Technology | 451-500 | - | 2020 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 501-575 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 751-850 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Management | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
THE
7 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & Economics | 176–200 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 301–400 | 36.3 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 401–500 | 34.6 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 501–600 | 36.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 501–600 | 37.4 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 601–800 | 28.2 | 2026 |
US News
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | =481 | 36.1 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =806 | 36.1 | 2026 |
Organization Structure
Related unitshigh school in Massachusetts, United States
View DetailsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Worcester Polytechnic Institute?
Worcester Polytechnic Institute's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 901-950, THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =1,253.
When was Worcester Polytechnic Institute founded?
Worcester Polytechnic Institute was founded in 1865.
What are the top subjects at Worcester Polytechnic Institute?
Top subjects at Worcester Polytechnic Institute include: Marketing, Management, Business & Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science.
Where is Worcester Polytechnic Institute located?
Worcester Polytechnic Institute is located in Worcester, United States.