B
Good
Score: 65/100

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Troy, New York 12180
🌐 www.rpi.edu/
Outcomes
A
88/100
Affordability
F
15/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
A+
98/100
Prestige
B
61/100

Quick Stats

7,024
Total Enrollment
83%
Graduation Rate
89%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
58%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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  • Avg home value near campus: $315,950
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,513/mo — vs ~$1,051/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12204 (4.9% cap, Menands)

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🏆 Where Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician
of 14 schools
#4
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, Other
of 4 schools
#5
Game and Interactive Media Design
of 29 schools
#17
Nuclear Engineering
of 17 schools
#26
Business Statistics
of 47 schools
#28
Systems Engineering
of 38 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $60,360 $60,360
Room $9,460
Board $8,070
Total Cost (On-Campus) $82,404 $82,404

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
58%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

7,024
Total Students
31%
Women
97%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 42%
Hispanic 11%
Black 5%
Asian 19%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 14%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 97%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has an acceptance rate of 58%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
Tuition at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is $60,360 for in-state students and $60,360 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
The graduation rate at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute a good school?
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has a Repit College Score of 65/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has a total enrollment of 7,024 students. Most students (97%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology