Wentworth Institute of Technology (WIT) Introduction and Academics

Introduction

Founded on April 5, 1904 as a school to provide education in the mechanical arts; Wentworth Institute of Technology (WIT) became a master’s degree-awarding institution in 2009. It is an independent, co-educational, technical design and engineering institute situated in Boston, Massachusetts. The founders established WIT with the vision to create a student-centered institution of academic excellence, offering high quality undergraduate, graduate, and lifelong learning programs. Wentworth is one of six institutions of higher learning, collectively known as the Colleges of the Fenway.

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Information Summary

Ranks 35th in Massachusetts and 695th overall. See the entire top 2,000 colleges and universities list
Overall Score (about)	84.2
Total Cost On-Campus Attendance	$53,390
Admission Success rate	N/A
ACT / SAT 75%ile scores	27 / 1280
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	25 : 1
Retention (full-time / part-time)	83% / 25%
Enrollment Total (all students)	4,516

Academics

Wentworth Institute of Technology is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC). The institution also holds other discipline-based accreditations such as Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET), the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE), the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

Wentworth is a member of the American Council on Education, the American Society for Engineering Education, the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture, and the National Commission for Cooperative Education. WIT offers career-focused education through 15 bachelor’s degree programs in diverse areas of study such as architecture, computer science, design, engineering, engineering technology, and management. It also offers master’s degrees in architecture and construction management.

Wentworth is comprised of seven academic departments: the Department of Applied Mathematics and Sciences; the Department of Architecture; the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering; the Department of Computer Science and Systems; the Department of Design and Facilities; the Department of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering; and the Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Management.

Wentworth also offers a co-op program, which starts during a student’s junior year. It prepares students to enter the workforce through studios, practical laboratory experiments, and co-op working experience.

Schools and colleges

Wentworth Institute of Technology grants bachelor’s and master’s degrees through the following academic schools and colleges: College of Architecture, Design and Construction Management; College of Engineering and Technology; College of Arts and Sciences; and College of Professional and Continuing Education.

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Admissions

Students seeking admission to Wentworth Institute of Technology must send the completed application form along with official high school transcripts, SAT or ACT scores, a personal statement or essay, as well as a letter of recommendation from a counselor or a teacher. Students applying to Computer Science and for Biomedical, Electromechanical, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, or Precalculus must take a Precalculus/Trigonometry test.

International students are encouraged to apply for admission. Students from non-English speaking countries must submit a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score or provide any other recognized demonstration of English proficiency.

Financial Aid

Wentworth offers a variety of financial aid programs to help students who are unable to afford higher education due to financial constraints. Students seeking financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). WIT offers financial assistance through there mediums: grants, loans and work-study programs. Grants, like scholarships, are a type of gift aid that does not have to be repaid. However, student loans must be repaid with interest. The institution participates in the Federal Direct Loan Program.

WIT work study programs help students find a suitable job in their field of interest. This enables students to take on part-time jobs to earn money and finance their own education. The institution also offers special scholarships for eligible international students.

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Students

Wentworth’s student body mainly comprises U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The institution also admits international students from countries like Asia, Latin America, and Europe. Wentworth Student Government (WSG) acts like the voice of the students and forms the link between students and the management. It also organizes several activities and events in the campus. Students are encouraged to participate in the diverse on-campus clubs and organizations.

Students can either join a club or start a new one. Some of the clubs and organizations are National Society of Black Engineers, Wentworth Internet Radio Experience, Wentworth Events Board, American Institute of Architecture Students WIT Chapter, Wentworth Architecture Club, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Wentworth Architecture Review, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers WIT Chapter, Wentworth Environmental Club, American Society of Civil Engineers, Society of Women Engineers WIT Chapter, and Wentworth Alliance.

Campus:

Wentworth offers housing facilities for its students. There are several on-campus residence halls and apartments, equipped with modern conveniences such as cable, phone, and wireless Internet. The campus also houses a student center, a well-stocked library consisting 75,000 volumes, athletics field, gymnasium, bookstore, fitness center, convenience store, and food-court cafeteria.

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Athletics

Wentworth’s athletics department sponsors men’s and women’s teams in diverse sports such as basketball, baseball, hockey, golf, volleyball, soccer, and tennis. WIT athletic teams are nicknamed the Leopards. Their colors are Black, Gold, and Cardinal Red. They participate in the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III sports and hold membership in the Commonwealth Coast Conference and Eastern College Athletic Conference. Since 1989, the Leopards have won more than 15 conference championships in men’s basketball, baseball, golf, hockey, men’s soccer, and men’s tennis.

Local Community

Boston is an exciting city with some amazing venues and scenic wonders. The region’s transit system connects to the liveliness of Harvard Square, the Charles River, Beacon Hill, the theater district, the North End, and the waterfront. Some of the interesting places to see include the Museum of Fine Arts, Symphony Hall, Copley Place Mall, and Newbury Street. The city is dotted with several recreational areas and quiet parks.

Alumni

Luther Blount, Notable entrepreneur and prolific inventor
George Chamillard, Former chairman and CEO of Teradyne, Inc.
Russell Colley, Renowned inventor and NASA engineer
Joe Lauzon, Noted mixed martial artist
David Lovering, Noted musician and drummer for the Pixies

Additional School Information

The Counseling Center at Wentworth Institute of Technology offers free and confidential services for all Wentworth students. The specially trained professionals provide counseling to students on diverse career-related and personal topics to provide mental and emotional support during their time at Wentworth.

The Disabilities Services Center provides support to the students having documented physical, psychological, medical, and learning disabilities. The staff arrange for reasonable accommodations. Students are encouraged to schedule ongoing meetings for assistance with advocacy, support, and meetings with faculty.

Bibliography

Wentworth Institute of Technology. 2011.

Complete Book of Colleges. The Princeton Review, 2004. Print.

Clifford, Joseph P. A century of honesty, energy, economy, system: Wentworth Institute of Technology, 1904-2004. Wentworth Institute of Technology, 2003. Print.

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