Wentworth Institute of Technology is an independent, co-educational, nationally ranked institution located in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston, MA offering 19 bachelor's degree programs in the fields of applied mathematics, applied sciences, architecture, business management, computer science and networking, construction management, design, and engineering.
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Boston, MA 02115-5998
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Flanagan Campus Center (cafe, library, student activities)
Computer Info Systems Networking Lab
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Daily tours and info sessions, fall Open Houses, spring Special Events, see website www.wit.edu (under Prospective Students) for details
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Symphony
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Cape Cod and the Islands
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Wentworth practices rolling admissions, which means we review applications as they are received. The priority deadline for completed applications is December 15. Apply early as some programs may reach capacity. If applying after December 15, we invite you to contact the Admissions Office for space availability in your area of interest.
In order to apply, Wentworth requires the following:
An Application
We accept any of the following online submissions:
Your Official Transcripts
Please note that transcripts are considered official only if sent directly from your high school.
Standardized Tests
Wentworth does not require the ACT/SAT for admission. However, we will still accept SAT or ACT scores if the applicant chooses to submit them. Official scores should be sent to us directly from College Board or ACT. Wentworth's College Board code is 3958 and ACT code is 1928. Scores may also be submitted directly from your guidance office. In addition, please note:
- We encourage students to sit for the SAT no later than January of each year.
- If you are applying for Fall 2017 or later, you may submit scores from the old SAT if the exam was completed prior to March 2016.
- If you take both the old and the new SAT, both exams may be submitted.
- If you did not complete the SAT prior to March 2016, you must submit the new SAT scores.
We require at least one recommendation from a guidance counselor or teacher.
Personal Statement/Essay
You can submit your essay with your application, or send it separately by mail or email. The required length is 250-500 words. Please make sure your name is included on your essay.
Extracurricular Activities
Be sure to include your participation in community service activities, athletic teams, employment and involvement in clubs and organizations.
Prerequisites
You must complete a mathematics course of study through the Algebra II level, at least one laboratory science course (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, or Physics), and four years of English.
- Students applying for Applied Mathematics, Applied Sciences, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Electromechanical, Civil, Computer, Biomedical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering must also have taken a minimum of Precalculus.
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Undergraduate Majors: Applied Mathematics, Applied Sciences, Architecture, Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Business Management, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Sciences, Computer Networking, Construction Management, Cybersecurity, Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Facility Management (through College of Professional and Continuing Education), Project Management (through College of Professional and Continuing Education), Industrial Design, Interior Design, Mechanical Engineering
Undergraduate Minors: Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Architectural Studies, Bioinformatics, Biology, Business Analytics, Business Management, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Networking, Computer Science, Construction Management, Cybersecurity Management, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Financial Mathematics, Manufacturing, Performing Arts, Media, Culture and Communications Studies, Physics, Surveying
Graduate Majors: Master of Architecture, Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering, Master of Science in Applied Computer Science, Master of Science in Construction Management, Master of Science in Facility Management, Master of Science in Project Management, Master of Science in Technology Management
Associate Degrees/Certificates: Construction Management (AS), Building Information Modeling (Certificate), Construction (Certificate), Professional Land Surveying (Certificate), Facilities Management (Certificate), Managing Construction Projects (Certificate), Project Management (Certificate)
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ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES.
Architecture.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
Construction Management.
Operations Management and Supervision.
Project Management.
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COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services, Other.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.
Information Science/Studies.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Surveying Technology/Surveying.
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ENGINEERING.
Biological/Biosystems Engineering.
Biomedical/Medical Engineering.
Civil Engineering.
Computer Engineering.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Electromechanical Engineering.
Engineering, General.
Mechanical Engineering.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Applied Mathematics, General.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Industrial and Product Design.
Interior Design.
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Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
Tuition: 34,970
Room & Board: $14,526
Financial Aid
Average Financial Aid Award in 2018: $20,683
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4,516 students, 3,940 undergraduate full-time students from 37 states and 64 countries
Wentworth participates in 18 NCAA-sponsored varsity sports. Students can also participate in any of more than 65 clubs and organizations dedicated to activities such as competitive video gaming, sustainability, cycling, rugby, ultimate Frisbee, and many more. Students can also build their resumes and networking skills by participating in student government; cultural organizations; event programming; Wentworth Internet Radio + Entertainment (W.I.R.E.), and a range of professional associations for every major. And if students can't find what they're looking for on the Wentworth campus, they simply visit one of the four neighboring Colleges of the Fenway institutions with which the Institute is affiliated. In addition to Wentworth, the Colleges of the Fenway consist of the Massachusetts College of Art, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, Emmanuel College, and Simmons University.
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Location
Small school benefits, big city resources.
This private, coeducational college is located on 31 acres in the heart of Boston. With over 4,000 students, it provides the friendliness of a small school, alongside the resources and excitement of the ultimate college town.
When it comes to college towns, there is no place more exciting or full of more opportunities than Boston. The original center of higher education in the U.S., it hosts 50 colleges and universities and draws a quarter of a million students every year, with nearly 20,000 of those students coming from outside the country. Boston is a city with exceptional character. In addition to its rich history, it's also a hub for technology, business and medicine giving Wentworth students access to educational and career opportunities they would not find elsewhere.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
The Wentworth campus is well-appointed to deliver the top-notch education and living conditions demanded by today's students. Our modernized laboratories are at the vanguard of technology; the equipment mirrors that found in the leading employers in industry. The Institute has spent millions of dollars to upgrade its information technology infrastructure.
The latest addition to campus, the Center for Engineering, Innovation, and Science, is designed to meet the next evolution in the collegiate study of several engineering disciplines by providing modern academic space for Wentworth's existing student body and to enhance the campus experience in a new "state-of-the-art" building.
At approximately 64 feet in height and approximately 78,000 gross square feet, the Center for Engineering, Innovation and Sciences contains laboratories, student learning and group meeting space, offices, and support/storage space on floors two through four, and a first-floor maker-space, manufacturing, and gathering space intended to invite the campus population to experience first-hand displays of Wentworth's engineering capabilities and teachings. The Center for Engineering, Innovation and Sciences will accommodate Wentworth's transition from providing engineering technology programs.
And the facilities for sleeping are just as impressive as the ones for studying. The Institute operates seven residence halls: Evans Way/Tudbury Hall, Edwards/Rodgers Hall, Baker Hall, Louis Prang/Vancouver Apartments, 610 Huntington Avenue, 555 Huntington Avenue and the Apartments at 525 Huntington.
Whether you're looking for state-of-the-art computing resources, healthcare you can rely on, or one of several other services that make campus life better, you can rest assured that Wentworth is working hard to meet your needs.
The Flanagan Campus Center is the hub of student life at Wentworth. The campus center is home to the bookstore, the cafeteria, the Schuman Fitness Center. The Intercultural Center, Wentworth Internet Radio Experience (WIRE), a recreation room, study areas, and the Office of Campus Life.
The Learning Center and The Writing Center provide students with academic support services such as peer and faculty tutoring, computer-based tutorials, and subject study groups. We are dedicated to preparing students for academic success.
Wentworth is committed to helping you make the best use of computers. We offer a range of computing resources including: a wireless campus; labs equipped with the latest hardware and software; and a full-time Office of Information Technology. The result is a highly connected academic and social community where advanced computing is accessible and convenient.
Wentworth subscribes to the policies set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act and in Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which mandate equal opportunity in educational programs and activities for students with disabilities.
At Wentworth, we work hard to provide the very best health services. In addition to expert primary medical care, we also offer specialized services including counseling, disability services and comprehensive health education.
In order to make the transition for international students as smooth as possible, Wentworth employs a full-time international student advisor who has extensive experience with international students, and assists them in their personal, social and academic adjustment to Wentworth and the U.S.
Conveniently located at the center of campus, the Douglas D. Schumann Library & Learning Commons is a valuable resource. The online catalogue includes the holdings of nine other libraries all available for use by Wentworth students. And, membership in the 14-institution Fenway Library Consortium provides access to more than 2,900,000 volumes and 13,000 periodical titles. Various services are also available through the Alumni Library.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Honoring our tradition of out-of-classroom learning, all undergraduate students are required to spend a minimum of two semesters in a co-op program, regardless of the college or their major. This multifaceted academic approach stems from our commitment to the tenets of EPIC Learning (Externally collaborative, Project-based, Interdisciplinary Culture). Co-op experiences are directly related to your field of study, allowing you to tie your coursework to concrete knowledge developed in the workplace. During your co-op experiences, you earn income and not pay tuition, allowing you to save toward future semesters. If your co-op is local, you can choose to live on campus during it, maintaining close connections to friends and Wentworth activities. However, you may also complete your co-op wherever you would like whether it is near home, another part of the country or abroad.
As part of the five-member Colleges of the Fenway (COF) consortium (representing more than 12,000 undergraduate students, comprising 16.2% of the total Boston population of undergraduates attending four-year colleges, more than 700 full-time faculty and 2,300-course offerings), Wentworth offers students both the intimacy of a small college community and the vast resources of a major university. Students at any of the member institutions can cross-register for classes and gain access to social events, intramural teams, dance and theater troupes, a chorus and orchestra, professional activities, libraries, dining halls, and campus facilities at the four other schools—all of which are within walking distance of one another.
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Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Northeastern University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Boston University
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Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/