100 DAYS OF CENTRAL MASS FEATURES WORCESTER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, WPI, is located in the city of Worcester and was founded in 1865. It is one of the country's earliest technological institutes and provides a unique approach to science and technology education. WPI ranks very highly among other national, doctoral universities. The campus is absolutely beautiful and centrally located in the city set on top of a secluded hilltop. It is an 80-acre, traditional New England campus. WPI is one of 13 colleges and universities throughout the city and is strategically located with good access to commuter rails that can take students into Boston in an hour. Worcester Polytechnic Institute offers more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs with focuses on science, technology, engineering, management and humanities & arts.
Information from the WPI website: http://www.wpi.edu
A highly regarded institution
WPI is ranked No. 62 among all national, doctoral universities by U.S. News & World Report; No. 1 for student/faculty interaction in the National Survey of Student Engagement; and No. 9 by The Princeton Review for "best career prospects" for graduates of our MBA program. And that's just the beginning of the recognition we've received from a large number of institutions and individuals for our high quality and unique approach to education.
A community of diverse interests
The WPI community is alive with activity. Students participate in nearly 200 extracurricular activities, including music, theatre, and Greek organizations, 20 varsity sports teams, and more than 30 club and intramural sports. There are also fun campus-wide annual events, including Homecoming, Winter Ball, and QuadFest.
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