Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Students must complete a mathematics course 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 any Engineering major must also have completed or be currently enrolled in a Pre-calculus course.

It is not required that you take classes in your interest on the high school level. However, if given the opportunity, we encourage you to explore your interest in elective classes.

No, a portfolio is not required for these majors. Requirements may vary for transfer applicants [link].

First-year students apply through the Common Application and transfer students apply through the Wentworth Application. An official high school transcript and two letters of recommendation. An essay is required with all applications. Please visit our undergraduate admissions requirements page for more information.

The average GPA of accepted students is 3.4 on an unweighted 4.0 scale.

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. Fall 2019 mid-range SAT and ACT scores for admitted students (we do not require the writing section of the SAT or ACT):

• Evidence-Based Reading Writing - 540-650
• Math - 560-680
• ACT Composite: 23-30

All students must declare a major at the time of application. If you are not sure, please indicate the major you are most interested in or contact your admissions counselor if you have any questions or concerns.

The majors that receive the most applications are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, and Biomedical Engineering. Other majors are also popular. Please visit our academic majors page for a list of all our undergraduate majors.

First Year students can apply to Wentworth using the Common Application. 

All application deadlines are non-binding, non-restrictive. Wentworth encourages you to apply when you feel ready to hit submit and all rounds are reviewed in the same way, there is simply a difference in timing for you as the applicant.

Transfer applicants should view the application requirements as they vary from First Year applicants.

No, interviews are not required.  However, Wentworth offers the opportunity for students to interview with admissions staff to share additional information regarding their application.

Yes, please visit our international admissions page for more information.

Yes, please visit our transfer student admissions page for more information.

We will evaluate AP, IB, and PLTW testing for credit. Generally, Wentworth awards credit for a 3, 4, or 5 on AP exams and for a 5, 6, or 7 on higher level IB exams. As a Project Lead The Way (PLTW) partner, Wentworth will award college credit to first-time enrolled students who successfully complete select PLTW courses with a grade of “B” or higher and an end of course stanine test score of 6, 7, 8 or 9 (before July 2018) or a minimum scale score of410 for IED, 410 for POE, 420 for CEA, 430 for AE, 440 for ES, or 380 for CSA. **waived for the 2019-2020 school year** 

Please have your official score reports forwarded to the Registrar's Office. The office can be reached at either 617-989-4020 or transfercredit@wit.edu. Please review our college credit page for more information.

When you are ready to reply to your offer of admission, please log into your application status portal to complete the reply to offer form. There are additional instructions included here.

You can see our full costs and estimated indirect costs on our Tuition and Costs page.

Yes, 85% of incoming first-year students receive financial aid. All students must fill out a FAFSA in order to be evaluated for financial assistance. In addition, all incoming students are automatically considered for a merit scholarship. Please visit our financial aid page for more information.

Wentworth offers a comprehensive co-op program that is fully integrated into the curriculum. Students do not pay tuition for their co-op semesters, unless taking other optional coursework during that semester. All students are required to complete at least 2 semesters of professional, paid work experience before graduation. Please visit our co-op page for more information.

Co-ops are full-time paid positions in a student’s major. The student works for the employer during the semester and does not take any classes or pay tuition. Internships can be paid or unpaid. Students typically are enrolled in classes and complete the internship on a part-time basis.

The only application Wentworth Institute of Technology needs is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. You can complete this on studentaid.gov The FAFSA opens annually every October and we strongly encourage applicants to complete it as early as possible.

International students are eligible for merit scholarships under the same criteria as domestic applicants. No secondary application is needed.

Institutional aid, including merit scholarships, is typically not awarded to part-time students. There may be federal programs for which you may be eligible for as a part-time student. Please contact the Financial Aid office prior to making the decision to attend part-time so we can review how this will impact your financial aid and billed expenses as it can cost more than attending full-time.

You can use financial aid, including loans, to help assist with the costs of living off-campus as an upperclassman. If you are relying on a refund from an over-payment, keep in mind that fall refund checks are generally not available until mid-October, spring checks until mid-February, and summer checks until mid-June. Make sure you plan ahead to pay your rent for these months.

Actively Serving, veterans, ROTC, and family members who may be eligible for benefits are encouraged to work with our Military-Connected services office to determine their eligibility and benefit amounts.

For more information on how to apply and determine your eligibility, please review your specific information on our Military-Connected Services site.

Students cannot become independent unless there are extraordinary circumstances or they meet the Department of Education’s criteria for Independent Students. Filing taxes and claiming yourself as a dependent typically does not make you independent for the FAFSA. You can view common questions about FAFSA dependency status on studentaid.gov.