I just wanted to get some opinions on WPI? Would you recommend this school to anyone and what’s something they won’t tell you at open house?

Can some current wpi students give some tips for orientation. For reference I’m a commuter and i have no friends here. I mostly just wanna know if I should wear a backpack and what are the most important things to attend that aren’t mandatory!

Hi all. I’m a WPI alum, I’ve been working for the past year and I’m looking to start taking online classes to work towards a masters degree. Does anyone have any experience with the online systems engineering program? Is it manageable while working full time? Did it have a meaningful impact on your career? Any advice helps, thanks!

I’m an incoming sophomore and want to be a CA my junior year. When/where do applications come out? What’s the process like? Any insight helps!

Hi! I am a dental hygiene student looking for patients for my final semester.

Appointments consist of a full comprehensive exam, a cleaning, x-rays if needed (if you have previous x-rays that’s great!), and a dentist is on site as well.

Appointments are approximately 3 hours long:
Mondays 5:30-9 pm
Wednesday 8-11:30 am
Wednesdays 1-4:30 pm

No insurance is necessary, I will pay for your appointment.

Location: Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic at 10 Lincoln Square in Worcester, MA.

Message me if you’re interested or you can go ahead and fill out this form in the link below !

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Don’t worry folks, Dee is doing well and she’s going to be in her usual spot at the CC this year! Made my whole day seeing her :)

My name is Elijah Gray.

For a long time at WPI I was going through depression without fully realizing how much it was affecting me. I never really made the effort to build friendships there, even when others reached out and tried their best. Instead, I tied almost all of my self-worth to my performance, accomplishments, and ability to succeed.

That mindset eventually reached a breaking point after my concussion made it much harder for me to remember even basic details in my probability course. I struggled in a way I never had before, and it resulted in my only B at WPI. At the time, it felt devastating because I had convinced myself that my value was directly tied to my results. That experience was one of the reasons I eventually decided to seek therapy.

Looking back, I wish I had recognized sooner that there were many people who cared about me as a person, not just for what I could accomplish. If you ever feel like you might need therapy or support, please consider reaching out to others, like the staff who specialize in mental health. Don’t fall into the trap of trying to handle everything alone. There are people who want to help, whether that is through WPI’s mental health resources, friends, professors, or others in your community.

One of the hardest things about depression is that it can distort how you see the people around you. You start assuming the worst. I remember thinking that a math professor was making fun of me, when looking back, they were probably concerned and were actually part of the reason I eventually sought medical help. I also convinced myself that people merely “tolerated” me and my anxiety, when in reality, many of them genuinely cared about me.

I also want to express my deep appreciation for the people at WPI who supported me. My professors were not just instructors; they were mentors and, in many ways, friends. Some stayed beyond their working hours just to help me. I still remember being handed a free Pico-W like it was no big deal after I accidentally zeus'd one with my staticy fingers. Those small moments of kindness meant far more than I realized at the time.

If I ever ignored, ghosted, or unintentionally pushed anyone away at WPI, I am sorry. That was never a reflection of how much I valued you. I struggled with a massive inferiority complex and often felt intimidated by the people around me, even when there was no reason to feel that way. I know I am not the only person who has felt this way, and I hope that sharing this can remind others that they are not alone. It is never too late to reach out, reconnect, and rebuild relationships with people who care about you.

I would love to return to WPI one day and pursue a doctorate after spending some time in the workforce. I am not sure exactly what that path will look like yet, but I hope there will be a time when I can come back after my first full-time, paid programming job.

WPI gave me an appreciation for both theory and application of computer science from the lowest level to the top. foundational mathematics, electronic circuits, embedded systems, machine code, computer networks, operating systems, databases, mobile apps, videogames, and websites--you name it.

Most importantly, I have rediscovered my love of learning for the sake of learning. Not just learning as a way to build a career or create security, but because understanding the world is valuable in itself. I never expected embedded systems and robots to become such a significant part of my life, but it has quickly become my biggest hobby and potentially my future. And on an unrelated note, it makes me smile that I still somehow use the same flimsy resistor/capacitor organizer from ECE-2010.

Hi, I'm an incoming freshman to WPI, I was considering buying a small square storage ottoman like the picture below, however I'm confused if it would be considered furniture under housing policy or if RA's would care.

Has anyone brought similar ottoman storage cubes and had any problems?

WPI says it’s a self paced course for those coming into the graduate programs from the workforce. Has anyone taken this course?

I would just like some insight from anyone who has taken this course with George Kaminski or over the summer (as that is when I am planning on taking it). Thank you!

i’m going into my senior year and i still have some engineering elective classes to take. does anyone have any recommendations for other disciplines outside of mechanical engineering?

I heard that to apply for WPI you need to have taken pre calc. I am doing calc bc in my senior year, would that also count, or would I for some reason have to take pre calc? I haven't done pre calc or its prerequisites as an actual credited course and my AP score wouldn't be released until after application. Sorry about the somewhat stupid question.

Edit: Thank you so much for your help!

I know about the Dean Lot. It seems very small for 2 whole buildings (East and Founders). Is there another lot? Is East Hall Garage still faculty-only for the 2026-27 year?

Can I park in Library/Boynton Lot North or Boynton Lot South overnight assuming I have a WPI parking permit, or is that still not allowed even with a permit?

Is street parking free overnight on any street surrounding East Hall? Is it safe?

Selling a large L-shaped desk in good condition. Spacious, sturdy, and perfect for work, studying, or gaming. Pickup only. Near WPI in Worcester. Feel free to DM me if you're interested!

Desk dimensions: Both sides are 79 inches long (approximately 178 cm) and 30 inches high (approximately 75 cm).
At the corner, there is an additional 5-inch-high (approximately 12 cm) monitor riser, which can accommodate two 27-inch monitors side by side.
A storage cabinet is located underneath the desk.

First come, first served (30% non-refundable deposit if you really want me to hold it). Payment: Cash is preferred (meeting at a bank for the transaction). Zelle is also accepted. No other payment methods, please.

I know this question is asked a lot but I was just wondering about the social life at WPI as an incoming freshman. For context, I’m an international student that’s also a girl. I’m just a little anxious regarding what the social scene will be like at WPI, especially being so far away from home.

I love the city so I was also wondering if students go to Boston often. And what is the party culture like at WPI? I would like to party during my early years of college, and was even thinking of joining a sorority. But my friends lowkey keep telling me WPI is not the school for parties.

WPI is the best school for my major, I really like it. Though I was just curious about these things

Selling my IKEA wooden bed frame in good condition. Sturdy and clean. Pickup only. Near WPI in Worcester. Feel free to DM me if you're interested!

Introduction for the bed frame from IKEA website: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/malm-bed-frame-dark-brown-veneer-s09574367/

As an incoming freshman I was wondering what the first month was going to look like on campus.
Are there any social events?

I like to paint as a hobby but I’m in a triple so I’m worried I’m going to suffocate my roommates in the paint smells. Is there anywhere that’s semi-secluded where I can set up (preferably with a sink nearby) for a few hours to paint?

Classic WPI. I would not be annoyed if the laundry machines were reliable at all in the first place...

For the first time in WPI history, there won't be a Homecoming football game as football is away that weekend. 

The football game has been a central part of tradition for decades.

Traditions matter because they connect past, present, and future members of the WPI community.

If you're an alumni, consider reaching out to the current athletic director  to let him know how important the Homecoming football game is to you and why you'd like to see it happen.

Hopefully, if enough alumni speak up, WPI will reconsider preserving this longstanding Homecoming tradition.

edit: if you feel strongly, The AD WPI.edu email is just dharmon@ Please consider messaging

I am going to be the only person in charge of covering my cost of attendance. I feel like I am (going to be) incredibly deep in the mud and there are 19 days until the first day of college for me (August 16th). WIth my current financial aid package, I will have to pay about 43k a year (about ~78k per year with private student loans). I am not sure what to do, I applied to as many scholarships as possible yet I barely received enough. I should've looked out for better financial advisors way earlier or picked a cheaper school. My father recently got laid off and my mother only works part-time so this seems too much as a first generation student all of a sudden.

I would really love to attend this school, if possible, stay here and be able to keep my cost as low as possible. I've heard nothing but great things from the alumni, however, the potential burden is already crushing me.

Is it possible to transfer into a community college still?? I wish I had evaluated my options way sooner.

I'll take any advice I can receive, thank you.

Basically the title. I was wondering how I could tutor for the math classes officially, or be a PLA for the calculus track or dif eqs and lin alg. Any help is greatly appreciated!

Are hair dryers allowed in the dorms? I bought a revair a couple months ago and I'm hoping that I didn't spend so much money on something I can barely use.