Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Reviews and Ratings

• I located my apartment using a combination of sites, including the WPI Off-Campus Housing Facebook group and recommendations from seniors. I also joined the "WPI Indian Students" WhatsApp group, which was quite useful for locating roommates and receiving housing advice.
• My monthly rent is $800 for a shared apartment in Worcester, which is around 1.2 miles from college (15-minute walk or 5-minute drive). This includes essential necessities like heating and internet. Most apartments in this region vary from $700 to $1,000 per person for shared lodgings. Our apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, and parking.
• High competition for apartments near college.
• Understanding Lease Terms as an International Student
• Initial security deposit and first/last month's rent requirements
• Finding Reliable Roommates
• Most Indian students, including myself, live in neighbourhoods such as Highland Street, June Street, and Park Avenue. These places are popular since they are close to campus and offer easy access to Indian grocery stores and eateries.
• Begin your search as least three months before arriving.
• Join the WPI housing groups on Facebook and WhatsApp early.
• Consider subletting first to avoid signing a lease from abroad.
• Share a room with other students to save money.
• Always visit the unit (or have someone visit) before signing.
• Read the lease details carefully, and budget for utilities that are not included.
• Verify the landlord's credibility with past tenants if possible.

• I searched off campus accomodation in the whatsapp groups. My monthly rent is $400 in a shared room of 3 in each room in a 2bhk apartment. The main challenge is commuting as there is no proper commuting options. I suggest people take accomodations near to the univeristy. This makes a huge difference as I struggle going to campus from a one mile distance.

I used Collegepond for the admission process. They helped me to select colleges and then I applied to them. They also helped in the visa process which is quite good and their service is great and is a good option as well.

Engineering is something that I have allows been passionate about. I hope to use my degree to help people and pursue a career in pharmaceuticals. This college gave me the ability to fully immerse myself in STEM.