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Wentworth Institute of Technology

Boston, MA · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Wentworth Institute of Technology campus
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Admission rate
91%
Open
Average net price
$30,134
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
63%
Median earnings
$94,995
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Wentworth Institute of Technology is a private nonprofit college in Boston, MA with 3,747 undergraduates. It admits 91% of applicants, and admitted students average 1229 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $30,134 per year ($24,776 for families earning under $30,000). 63% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $94,995 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
91%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
6,453
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,509
Fall 2023
Yield
18%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing560–660
200800
SAT Math550–660
200800
ACT Composite27–31
136

What Wentworth Institute of Technology looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testNot considered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$61,915
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$45,460

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$24,776
  • $30–48k$25,440
  • $48–75k$26,511
  • $75–110k$30,273
  • $110k+$34,896

Get a personal estimate with Wentworth Institute of Technology's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
63%
Freshman retention
84%
Median earnings
$94,995
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,747
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
29%
  • White57%
  • Hispanic15%
  • Black9%
  • Asian9%

Wentworth Institute of Technology FAQ

What is Wentworth Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?+

Wentworth Institute of Technology admits 91% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Wentworth Institute of Technology?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 560–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 550–660 on SAT Math; the average total is 1229.

What ACT score do you need for Wentworth Institute of Technology?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 27–31.

Is Wentworth Institute of Technology test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Wentworth Institute of Technology?+

In Fall 2023, 6,453 students applied to Wentworth Institute of Technology and 5,509 were admitted; 980 enrolled.

Does Wentworth Institute of Technology consider legacy status?+

Yes. Wentworth Institute of Technology reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Wentworth Institute of Technology require an essay?+

Wentworth Institute of Technology reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Wentworth Institute of Technology cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $61,915 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $30,134.

What is Wentworth Institute of Technology's graduation rate?+

63% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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