Admissions Overview
The admission process at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has a 58% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
58%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
16,283
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has a 58% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$70
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredHigh School Class Rank
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. About 57% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,330 to 1,500. Additionally, about 13% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 34.
SAT Scores
57% of students submitted400
1600
1330 – 1500
200
800
650 – 730
200
800
680 – 770
ACT Scores
13% of students submitted1
36
30 – 34
Admission Statistics
16,283 students applied to RPI Rensselaer. Of those, 58% were accepted (9,517 students). Of these 9,517 accepted students, 1,552 chose to enroll.
16,283
Total Applicants
9,517
Students Admitted
1,552
Students Enrolled
58%
Acceptance Rate