WPI is a great school. The professors love what they do and it shows. The classes are really enjoyable.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Join clubs. It's probably the best way to make friends that have things in common with you. Also ask your parents for a gift card to dunkin donuts or the Bean Counter. Unless you have your own coffee maker, you probably need some cash to spend just on coffee.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The classes you take in your freshman year are mostly review, but after that the classes become significantly harder. Expect to spend a lot of time writing up lab reports and if although there are no official prerequisites, you might find yourself lost if you didn't do well in your recommended or suggested courses.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Most of the dorms are lofted for freshmen. On campus housing isn't guaranteed for all students, but all students who want to live on campus almost always find a place to live. The dorms are put together based on peoples schedules and Residential Services tries to make it so that not only roommates, but an entire floor will get along.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food is pretty good. It's definitely better than other colleges I've visited as far as food goes, but there are only a few places to eat on campus. There are lots of great places to eat just off campus and there is a grocery a very short walk from campus. You definitely won't go hungry.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Shrewsbury st is nearby and along it are some of the most popular restaurants in worcester. For cheap, delicious food, go to T-Sams. The campus holds many fun events, but if you want to leave campus, the palladium holds concerts through out the year. There is an ice skating rink not too far away either. There is also a free bus for college students that will take people to the local mall and movie theatre for fun as well.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Most of the students at WPI will have a job or go to grad school after getting their undergraduate degree. Many of the students will make around 50,000 or more at their first job as entry-level. That's not bad. While WPI is more expensive, it's a pretty solid bet for your future.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The Bartlett tree is great for climbing. We have a huge LARPing (Live Action Role Play) community. All the freshmen get awkward looking beanies as they are taken into the school. WPI students have their own language of acronyms and slang, but people pick it up quickly.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Hardworking students who are not afraid to ask questions if they don't understand will do well at WPI. Students have to be willing to spend time on their studies outside of class.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Loads of awesome clubs and activities. Outing Clubs, Gay Straight Alliance, Pep Band, Women in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Crimson Key...just to name a few.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Mostly community service and networking based. Students should expect to work hard and spend a lot of time volunteering and fundraising for their fraternity or sorority.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Incredibly safe. There's never a reason to feel like you have to put yourself in an unsafe situation. There is a student run service that will drive you somewhere you need to go (even off campus) and you can always ask for someone to walk you to where you need to go as well. Have the Campus police number on your phone just in case.
WPI is a great school. The professors love what they do and it shows. The classes are really enjoyable.
Join clubs. It's probably the best way to make friends that have things in common with you. Also ask your parents for a gift card to dunkin donuts or the Bean Counter. Unless you have your own coffee maker, you probably need some cash to spend just on coffee.
The classes you take in your freshman year are mostly review, but after that the classes become significantly harder. Expect to spend a lot of time writing up lab reports and if although there are no official prerequisites, you might find yourself lost if you didn't do well in your recommended or suggested courses.
Most of the dorms are lofted for freshmen. On campus housing isn't guaranteed for all students, but all students who want to live on campus almost always find a place to live. The dorms are put together based on peoples schedules and Residential Services tries to make it so that not only roommates, but an entire floor will get along.
The food is pretty good. It's definitely better than other colleges I've visited as far as food goes, but there are only a few places to eat on campus. There are lots of great places to eat just off campus and there is a grocery a very short walk from campus. You definitely won't go hungry.
Shrewsbury st is nearby and along it are some of the most popular restaurants in worcester. For cheap, delicious food, go to T-Sams. The campus holds many fun events, but if you want to leave campus, the palladium holds concerts through out the year. There is an ice skating rink not too far away either. There is also a free bus for college students that will take people to the local mall and movie theatre for fun as well.
Most of the students at WPI will have a job or go to grad school after getting their undergraduate degree. Many of the students will make around 50,000 or more at their first job as entry-level. That's not bad. While WPI is more expensive, it's a pretty solid bet for your future.
The Bartlett tree is great for climbing. We have a huge LARPing (Live Action Role Play) community. All the freshmen get awkward looking beanies as they are taken into the school. WPI students have their own language of acronyms and slang, but people pick it up quickly.
Hardworking students who are not afraid to ask questions if they don't understand will do well at WPI. Students have to be willing to spend time on their studies outside of class.
Loads of awesome clubs and activities. Outing Clubs, Gay Straight Alliance, Pep Band, Women in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Crimson Key...just to name a few.
Mostly community service and networking based. Students should expect to work hard and spend a lot of time volunteering and fundraising for their fraternity or sorority.
Incredibly safe. There's never a reason to feel like you have to put yourself in an unsafe situation. There is a student run service that will drive you somewhere you need to go (even off campus) and you can always ask for someone to walk you to where you need to go as well. Have the Campus police number on your phone just in case.