Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Troy, NY, USA
Private
4 Year

Irene's Review

Review of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

from Brooklyn, NY

Do you feel you’re learning a lot?

I've learned a lot so far and hope to learn so much more. RPI is a very intense school, meaning that you actually have to work hard to be successful. I do think however that I've learned so much more about people being that RPI is so diverse

Do you enjoy the experience at your school?

RPI is a great school. There are many opportunities to get involved and once you get involved, you'll have a great time. Last year (my freshman year) was the best year of my life!

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

RPI is a relatively expensive school but the quality of education, amount of resources, and experiences here are totally worth it. Also, the name Rensselaer means a lot of future employers. RPI even hosts 2 career fairs every year and has extensive resume building workshops to ensure that you will get a job offer by the time you graduate.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

Always be prepared for class. Learn how to manage your time very wisely so as to not fall behind in your coursework and to stay relatively stress free.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

RPI is a great school for people who know where they want to go in life. It provides great structure and guidance for over-achievers (like me) who intend on being very successful in the future.