At WPI, faculty members and students are engaged in cutting-edge research across a broad range of disciplines. Research at WPI has a decidedly applied focus, with work focused on problems that are both interesting and important.
About Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Founded in Worcester, Mass., in 1865, WPI was one of the nation's earliest technological universities. From our founding days, we've taken a unique approach to education.
At WPI learning has always been about combining theory and practice. Our multi-dimensional approach to education yields more than just graduates; it helps create innovators, inventors, entrepreneurs, and most important, leaders.
A WPI education has never been more relevant than it is today, because the demand for innovative thinkers who can solve problems on a global scale has never been greater.
Founded in Worcester, Mass., in 1865, WPI was one of the nation's earliest technological universities. From our founding days, we've taken a unique approach to education.
At WPI learning has always been about combining theory and practice. Our mu...