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College Info
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- private
Official website
www.rpi.eduUSAQS #99 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Renssalear Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is a private research university located in Troy, New York. It was founded in 1824 by Simeon B. Chapin and a group of investors. The university is known for its strong programs in engineering, computer science, and business.
Key Facts
🏆 QS World Rank#99
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QS #99 · 2026Outlook #251 · 2023US News #321 · 2023Times #351 · 2023QS #401 · 2023Shanghai #301 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 275 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
6/10
Diversity
8/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
0% placement rate
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Student Life
6,824 students (1,019 international)
Campus: Urban, 275 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 33%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 33%
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💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school