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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Troy, NYPrivate5,714 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
63.5%
SAT middle 50%
1375–1510
ACT middle 50%
30–34
Next deadline
Dec 1
Application fee
$70

✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 1, 2026 Early Decision Decision by December 12 · Binding Closed
Dec 1, 2026 Early Action Decision by January 30 · Non-binding 22 days left
Jan 6, 2027 Early Decision II Decision by January 16 · Binding 58 days left
Jan 15, 2027 Regular Decision Decision by March 6 · Non-binding 67 days left
“Early Decision I November 1 Yes December 12”
Source: undergrad.admissions.rpi.edu · checked Nov 1, 2026 · How we check

Application Common App, RPI Application (school-hosted application portal)
Testing Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays 2 essay prompts listed on the official page
Fee $70

Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.

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Tuition & fees
$66,032
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$113,011
6-year graduation
80%
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