Admissions Overview
The admission process at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has a 65% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
65%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
16,863
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has a 65% 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
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalWork Experience
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.
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Apply NowTest Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. About 52% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,360 to 1,520. Additionally, about 15% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 34.
SAT Scores
52% of students submitted400
1600
1360 – 1520
200
800
660 – 740
200
800
700 – 780
ACT Scores
15% of students submitted1
36
30 – 34
Admission Statistics
16,863 students applied to RPI Rensselaer. Of those, 65% were accepted (10,878 students). Of these 10,878 accepted students, 2,002 chose to enroll.
16,863
Total Applicants
10,878
Students Admitted
2,002
Students Enrolled
65%
Acceptance Rate