WPI International Grant and Merit Scholarships
WPI considers all international applicants for merit scholarships and offers a limited number of need-based International Grants of $5,000 to $25,000 a year.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
United States
Funding
International Grants typically $5,000 to $25,000 per year, renewable with good academic standing. IB 40+ first-years: merit award of at least $25,000.
Eligible applicants
International first-year and transfer applicants to WPI
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Overview
WPI International Grant and Merit Scholarships is offered by Worcester Polytechnic Institute for Undergraduate study in United States. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Tuition support (grant or merit)
Included
International Grants typically $5,000 to $25,000 per year, renewable with good academic standing. IB 40+ first-years: merit award of at least $25,000. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 13, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- International applicants.
- International eligibility
- WPI is need-aware for international applicants and advises families who can pay full cost not to apply for aid. Aid for transfer students starts with fall 2024 admits.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Merit based on academics, leadership, extracurriculars and service.
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Experience and personal requirements
- Financial needRequired
- International Grants are need-based; WPI does not guarantee to meet full need.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- United States
Official eligibility summary
All applicants are automatically considered for merit awards based on academics, leadership, activities and service. International Grants go to a limited number of admitted international students based on financial need, academic profile and talents. IB diploma holders scoring 40 or higher get a guaranteed merit award of at least $25,000.
Applicant profile
- International first-year and transfer applicants to WPI
Study route
- Undergraduate study in United States
Current-cycle criteria
- All applicants are automatically considered for merit awards based on academics, leadership, activities and service. International Grants go to a limited number of admitted international students based on financial need, academic profile and talents. IB diploma holders scoring 40 or higher get a guaranteed merit award of at least $25,000.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- CSS Profile
- Certification of Finances
How to apply
- 1
Submit the CSS Profile (code 3969) with your admission application
- 2
Applicants not seeking aid submit the Certification of Finances after admission
- 3
Merit review is automatic
Application timeline
Application cycle
CSS Profile is submitted with the admission application by its deadline; the page lists no dates.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 13, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.