Wentworth Institute of Technology
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Wentworth Institute of Technology
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Wentworth Institute of Technology is a small private institution located on an urban campus in Boston, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,813, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 85%. The institution offers 23 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 69%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $40,410.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile25-31
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1140-1320
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
5k
Students enrolled
10%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
52%
Unknown
2%
Black
8%
Hispanic
12%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
8%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
22% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
12
Total Online Enrollment
392
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.10% online, 90% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
71% On-campus
29% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates80% online
Associate33% online
Bachelor's9% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's45% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $40,410 | $40,410 |
| Graduate | $42,095 | $42,095 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,500 |
| On-campus room and board | $20,014 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,700 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $18,464 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,750 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,750 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $63,624 | $63,624 |
| Off-campus without family | $63,124 | $63,124 |
| Off-campus with family | $44,660 | $44,660 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
22%
State Grant Aid
15%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
22%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$54k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Engineering. | |||
| 5 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 6 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 7 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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