Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute — Attraction in Troy

If a challenge is what you seek....then cease looking because you've found your niche...

RPI for the most part is difficult, and poses many challenges as well as obstacles to it's students, but it prepares those students that are very "SERIOUS" about entering fields of Engineering, & Medicine, and many others which are too numerous to name. The reputation of the Institute has a long standing foothold within the community and prides itself on "giving back" to the small town of Troy, NY.

Although the winter season is brutal at best (because of the enormous amounts of ❄ snowfall), this despite the odds of finishing all of the coursework will be your guide is the benchmark for success when you're ready for 🎓 graduation.

My husband graduated from this pristine Institute in "1995" and was very fortunate to land a job with a recruiter that led us out of our comfort zone to "Massachusetts".. So anything is possible if hard work, tenacity, perseverance, and a 💪 strong work ethic is applied...Bear in mind that the winter season is horrible but manageable, and swimming indoors might be one of your options to escape the mundane tasks of life.

I wouldn't have traded my lifetime experience of living on the "married student housing campus" back in 1993 through 1995, because it strengthened my ability to 👀 myself as a "winner"...

At that time going back 25+ years the campus had undergone major and necessary renovations + upgrades that have increased enrollment by 25% enabling the Institute to corner the market with it's graduates.

I can't thank them enough for strengthing my belief that this Institute is "top-notch quality" for shaping graduates into professionals entering the tough workforce!!

It's worth all the hard work and sacrifice just to hold that "diploma" in your hands (upon completion), and be able to get that "ideal career" notched on your belt...

Kudos to all the students that held on to completion!!! I congratulate you... Each and every student that makes it through the grueling semester's deserves a medal of honor!!! Onward and...

I thoroughly enjoyed my four years as an undergraduate student at RPI, from 1960 - 1964. Started with a major in Management Engineering but switched to Psychology in 1962. Minored in Biology and Chemistry. The drinking age in New York State at the time was 18. Ergo, we had some great fraternity parties on weekends. Hockey was the number one sport at RPI. Nearly all the players were Canadian. Saw some great hockey games at the arena. I sang in the RPI Glee Club for all four years. We performed at the arena at Christmas time and participated in tours to high schools in the Northeast. One advantage of attending classes at RPI , living in Troy, dining out occasionally, etc. was that most things were within walking distance. The best part about RPI was the estimated cost of attendance: tuition, shared apartments (off-campus), food, books, medical fees, and misc. spending money was about $2,800 per year !!! Of this, a typical annual scholarship was $1,000 and a National Defense Student Loan (3% Interest after graduation) was also $1,000 per year. If a student had a car, he could purchase gasolene in Troy, NY for $ .11 -$.14 per gallon. This sale price continued for all four years. A fill-up for a VW cost at most $ 1.40, less than a car wash !!! Of course, that was about 50 years ago, but why have college undergraduate expenses grown to the astronomical levels of today ??? Who can afford them ??? Bring back the old days when an average middle-income family could afford to send a son or daughter to RPI.

PS: I graduated from RPI in 1964, which was the perfect time for starting a career in computerized financial systems development. I learned COBOL at the recommendation of an IBM Systems Engineer, developed several financial and marketing systems, advanced to a Manager of Systems position with a private company, and then converted to a consulting career in Management Information Systems. Today RPI offers a major in Computer Science which makes it easier to develop into...

RPI, located in Troy, New York, is one of the oldest technological universities in the United States, renowned for its rigorous academic programs, innovative research, and commitment to developing leaders in science, engineering, and technology. The picturesque campus, with its blend of historic and modern architecture, overlooks the scenic Hudson River, providing an inspiring backdrop for learning and discovery. RPI is known for its strong emphasis on hands-on, experiential learning, offering state-of-the-art labs, research facilities, and collaborative spaces that empower students to tackle real-world challenges. Its diverse academic offerings span across engineering, computer science, business, and the arts, making it a hub for interdisciplinary education. The institute's vibrant community is characterized by a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusivity, with students and faculty alike dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and its applications. Whether through its pioneering research initiatives or its commitment to student success, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute stands out as a leading institution that continues to shape the future of technology...