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THE NEW POLYTECHNIC For nearly 200 years, Rensselaer students have established an ethos of innovation for the greater good. Today, we recognize that many global issues are so great, they can no longer be adequately addressed by even the most talented person working alone. “The New Polytechnic” refers to an emerging paradigm for higher education in which students and faculty across our five disciplines spark creative solutions to the key challenges of our time—from national security to climate change, and beyond. More than an approach to learning, The New Polytechnic is designed to expand your vision of what’s possible and prepare you to make a global impact. Let’s get started.

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INTRODUCTION

Unparalleled Achievement “Why not change the world?” is not just a tagline; it is our way of life.

Since 1824, our students have been pushed to dream big and take chances. Join a legacy of innovators that includes a Nobel laureate, a NASA deputy administrator, an NFL head coach, and the creators of the Ferris wheel and the digital camera—to name a few. How will you leave your mark?

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Our Thinkers and Doers

Austin Miller “ The research opportunities have been amazing,” says Austin, a biochemistry and biophysics major. Thanks to the hands-on work he has taken on—such as engineering E. coli for more efficient production of biofuels and other valuable chemicals—he is well-prepared for life after Rensselaer.

Cara Porto An architecture major, Cara receives immense support from faculty and students in her department and benefits from interactions outside her discipline as well.

In the Integrated Design Development Studio, she collaborates with engineering students on alternative building media, such as sugar-based structures (pictured above).

STUDENT PROFILES

Henry Chickering As a mechanical engineering major and member of Rensselaer Motorsport, Henry combines his interest in fabrication and machining with a passion for engineering and design. He loves being part of a team and applying academic knowledge in a real-world setting. His advice to incoming students: “Buckle in and prepare for a challenging educational experience.”

Shelby McCarthy “ It’s all about collaboration,” says Shelby, a sustainability studies major, praising the interconnected atmosphere at Rensselaer.

She recently worked on Design Your Future Day, an event that brought female high school students to campus to learn more about STEM majors and careers.

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RESEARCH

Learning Driven

by Original Research At Rensselaer, research is a team sport. You will gain a broader understanding of your world (and your major) through interdisciplinary projects addressing some of the world’s most pressing technological challenges—from energy security and sustainable development to biotechnology and human health.

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OUR GRADUATES LEAVE AN IMPACT ON THE WORLD

INVENTOR AND TELEVISION PIONEER ALLEN B. DUMONT

CHIEF CONSTRUCTOR OF THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE WASHINGTON ROEBLING

PIONEERING GENOME EXPLORER CLAIRE M. FRASER

DIGITAL CAMERA INVENTOR STEVEN J. SASSON

MRI TECHNOLOGY INVENTOR E. TRIFON LASKARIS

RESEARCH

Research Highlights The Future of Energy A locus of research on everything from renewable energy to grid resiliency, and much more, Rensselaer’s Center for Future Energy Systems was recently selected to receive a $9 million state grant, re-designating it as part of the New York State Center for Advanced Technology Program.

Engineering the Body Tyler Graf ’17 and Jennifer Vincent ’19 sought to eliminate the need for organ donations by developing ways to create organs outside the body. Their research involved finding a material compliant enough to mimic arterial tissue for creating man-made tissue grafts.

Dark(est) Matter Nanophotonics expert and Rensselaer physics professor Shawn-Yu Lin earned the 2016 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Nanotechnology Council Pioneer Award for his discovery of the darkest material on Earth—a thin coating comprised of low-density arrays of loosely vertically aligned carbon nanotubes.

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School of Architecture Forge a lasting impact on society’s structural environment Honoring a longstanding tradition of technological ingenuity, the School of Architecture offers you an immersive, contemporary program that combines the artistic and scientific aspects of the discipline with critical lessons in architecture as a creative, ethical, and sustainable practice.

Bachelor’s Degrees Architecture (B.Arch.)

Building Science (B.S.) Graduate Degrees: M.Arch., M.S., Ph.D.

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ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH CENTERS ARCHITECTURAL ACOUSTICS CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE SCIENCE AND ECOLOGY LIGHTING RESEARCH CENTER

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#13 NATIONALLY RANKED SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE DESIGN INTELLIGENCE

Shape Your Built Environment As a student in the School of Architecture, you will reside within a dynamic educational environment committed to creative discovery, critical thinking, interdisciplinary research, and the development of innovative and sustainable building design projects. To expand your mind in preparation for an exciting career, consider pursuing a minor in one of our world-renowned graduate research programs: architectural acoustics, lighting, and built ecologies.

Building with Water Bottles Powerful hurricanes and earthquakes have devastated areas in the U.S. and around the world in recent years. When this happens, first responders and aid organizations mobilize to help communities in need. Bottled water is sent by the tons, but all too often, the empty plastic bottles end up in the trash stream.

The need to address this problem is what spurred a recent collaboration between students and faculty in the Schools of Engineering and Architecture. Their goal was to reuse empty water bottles to construct and test different structural components (walls, columns, roofs), then design and build a prototype for emergency shelters for displaced populations under conditions of distress.

The resulting structure was displayed in Brooklyn’s Industry City for the May 2018 WantedDesign event. On a broader scale, this unique project fostered an important dialogue on sustainable building construction and the recycling of industrial products.

Bedford Seminar Merging architecture and engineering, this interdisciplinary initiative studio course provides an ideal educational setting to address the increasing complexity and rising expectations concerning building design performance. Connect with internationally renowned engineers as invaluable mentors in the following coursework: • upper-level interdisciplinary design studio • upper-level interdisciplinary seminar • international traveling workshop B.Arch. applicants are required to submit a full creative portfolio.

Please view the requirements at arch.rpi.edu.

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School of Engineering Design innovative products and systems that will advance humankind In the School of Engineering, you will learn to solve large-scale technical challenges with fearlessness and a sense of social responsibility.

Through hands-on lab work, field exploration, and research projects, you will develop expertise in one of 11 engineering disciplines.

Bachelor of Science Degrees Aeronautical Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer and Systems Engineering Electrical Engineering Environmental Engineering Industrial and Management Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Nuclear Engineering Graduate Degrees: M.S., M.Eng., Ph.D.

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Engineer a Better World As an engineering student, you will gain a solid foundation in math, science, and engineering fundamentals, complemented by in-depth training in your chosen specialization. Your cross-disciplinary coursework in the humanities, arts, and social sciences will help you comprehend the cultural and environmental factors crucial to implementing modern engineering solutions.

O.T. Swanson Multidisciplinary Design Laboratory In the Design Lab, you will confront open-ended, technically challenging design problems that encompass an array of contemporary issues. Corporate sponsors from some of the world’s most innovative companies (such as IBM and Boeing) will pose these challenges, allowing you to gain valuable real-world insights.

Manufacturing Innovation Learning Laboratory (MILL) The MILL provides a responsive learning environment for you to practice and master modern-day manufacturing processes.

Learn to design, engineer, and rapidly prototype new products with innovative courses, such as Manufacturing Processes and Systems, and gain access to industrial-grade equipment.

Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Today, more than two billion people lack access to basic amenities such as clean drinking water, adequate sanitation, reliable passage to local markets, and more. Through EWB, an international organization dedicated to supporting community-driven development, you will collaborate with local partners to design and implement sustainable engineering projects around the world.

One recent project had students travel to Isla Popa, a Panamanian island, to develop a rainwater catchment system to enhance clean water distribution.

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$50M EXTERNAL RESEARCH FUNDING

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

Paul Ilori Paul participated in research with Professor Amir Hirsa, running experiments and analyzing data involving protein and fluid flow dynamics. Exposed to various projects within the lab, he was able to combine his two majors, aeronautical and mechanical engineering, with biomedical engineering. Paul plans to work in the aerospace industry. He says, “My end goal is to be an astronaut.”

Competitions Test your mettle in regional and national competitions held throughout the year.

For example, you can create and fly remotely controlled aircraft in AIAA’s Design/Build/Fly, an international aircraft design competition, or work in teams to design, build, and race (hopefully) floatable canoe creations in the ASCE Concrete Canoe Competition.

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School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences Explore design, communication, and social science at the intersection of technology and culture The School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS) offers the most wide-ranging and diverse mix of majors within Rensselaer. Here, you do not have to choose between artistic and scientific; your work and research will be rooted in both.

Bachelor of Science Degrees Cognitive Science* Communication* Design, Innovation, and Society Economics* Electronic Arts* Electronic Media, Arts, and Communication Games and Simulation Arts and Sciences Music Philosophy Psychological Science Science, Technology, and Society* Sustainability Studies *Graduate Degrees: M.S., Ph.D.

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EMPAC The Curtis R. Priem Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center (EMPAC) is a multi-venue facility that features a concert hall, theater, and a panoramic projection system—all of which allow you to connect the arts with research, simulation, and data visualization under one roof.

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AMONG THE TOP 50 GAME DESIGN SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES IN THE U.S. ANIMATION CAREER REVIEW

Drive Creative Thinking In HASS, your inquisitive nature and creative passion will reach new heights. Our most integrative academic school, HASS now includes a brand-new music major among its eclectic mix of programs. No matter your field of study, you will graduate with the skills and outlook needed to tackle humanity’s most complex socio-technological issues.

Programs in Design and Innovation (PDI) In the design and innovation programs, you will develop innovative products, services, and systems that respond to meaningful, real-world problems. Courses combine the technical sophistication of engineering, the organizational perspective of management, the creative vision of the arts, and expertise in human relations from the social sciences. PDI facilities enable advanced prototyping with 3-D printers and other digital fabrication tools, as well as traditional wood and metal fabrication shops. Interactive media technologies, like digital whiteboards, are also utilized for collaboration and presentation of student design work.

Emergent Reality Lab (ERL) The ERL combines the real world with virtual environments, storytelling, and gameplay to support teaching and research. Designed to support new research in education, culture, the arts, and applied games and simulations, this state-of-the-art facility is home to faculty and students who conduct research in immersive learning environments.

GameFest This annual celebration of creativity and innovation in digital games attracts students, researchers, digital artists, and game developers from across the country. GameFest features a student games showcase and competition, live music performances, and talks from veteran game designers, critics, scholars, and indie developers. At GameFest, you will experience the frontiers of experimental interactive digital media, including real-time music programming platforms, bio-mechanical interface designs, hybrid art/science VR environments, and augmented reality gaming. You will have the opportunity to discuss the future of games and digital simulation with those breaking boundaries in the field. Â

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Lally School of Management Prepare to tackle tomorrow’s business challenges with a technologically minded approach to management In the Lally School, you will develop computational skills, data dexterity, a team mindset, and the capacity to innovate for large organizations or your own entrepreneurial endeavor.

Bachelor of Science Degrees Business Analytics (Anticipated Fall 2019) Business and Management Concentrations Accounting Business Analytics Entrepreneurship Finance Management Information Systems Marketing Supply Chain Management Graduate Degrees: M.S., MBA, Ph.D.

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AMONG UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS SCHOOLS IN NEW YORK STATE COLLEGE CHOICE

Navigate the Global Marketplace Explore the intersection of management, entrepreneurship, and innovation, while developing broad business knowledge. You will gain firsthand experience through exciting internships and co-ops, or spread your entrepreneurial wings through partnerships formed right here on campus.

Severino Center Some of the most valuable connections on campus are made through the Paul J. ’69 and Kathleen M. Severino Center for Technological Entrepreneurship. Here, you will team up with your architecture, humanities, engineering, and science counterparts to enter business plan competitions and create start-ups using university seed capital and resources. Visit go.rpi.edu/eship to see examples of the many valuable services and programs offered at the center.

Competitions Show off your business prowess by participating in local and state-level competitions, such as the New York State Business Plan Competition. You can also join Eship@RPI, where you will identify an industry problem, develop an innovative solution, and present it in our own Solutions competition. The Solutions competition is funded by Rensselaer alumnus and entrepreneur Sean O’Sullivan ’85, who coined the term “cloud computing.”

ACCREDITATION HELD BY FEWER THAN 5% OF BUSINESS SCHOOLS IN THE WORLD

COMPANIES HIRING LALLY GRADUATES

LALLY SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Center for Financial Studies (CFS) CFS provides a space for high-quality research and learning in financial engineering, risk management, corporate finance, financial intermediation, and capital markets. Link up with faculty and industry executives through forums and workshops.

Timothy Oh A winner of the Fall 2013 Rensselaer Change the World Challenge competition, Timothy Oh founded a gun safety startup that is attracting the attention of investors and media. The startup, called Vara, is an external gun retention system that allows safe and fast access through biometric sensor technology.

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School of Science Enter a hub of scientific thought and activity In the School of Science, you will move seamlessly across disciplinary boundaries to define new fields of study, invent solutions to global challenges, and advance the cause of science on a broad scale.

Bachelor of Science Degrees Applied Physics Biochemistry/Biophysics* Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology Biology* Chemistry* Computer Science* Environmental Science Geology* Hydrogeology Interdisciplinary Science Mathematics* Physics* *Graduate Degrees: M.S., Ph.D.

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Anna Thonis Anna, an environmental science and sustainability studies dual major with a future in biological conservation, worked alongside Dr. Brad Lister on identifying potential distributional changes that 10 species of Anolis lizards in Puerto Rico may be facing by 2050 and 2070.

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE

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Explore the Most Compelling Areas of Inquiry The School of Science is deeply invested in finding answers to the most pressing questions confronting humankind. You will work with expert faculty to explore the boundaries of science and develop new knowledge in the field. Key areas of focus include: data analytics and predictive modeling; water, energy, resilience, and sustainability; computational science, security, and simulation; biomedical sciences and applications; and materials at the nanoscale.

Undergraduate Research Program (URP) Unlike most other institutions, Rensselaer offers rewarding research opportunities starting in your freshman year. Through URP, you will work side-by-side with professors and immerse yourself in university-funded research projects, often culminating in presentations at prestigious conferences and publication in scientific journals.

Darrin Fresh Water Institute (DFWI) Study the structure and function of aquatic, terrestrial, and atmospheric systems in our unique environmental research center, located on Lake George. The center’s primary research focus is on the ecological consequences of environmental perturbations due to human activity in the northeastern United States. DFWI is part of the Jefferson Project at Lake George—a multimillion-dollar collaboration between Rensselaer, IBM Research, and the FUND for Lake George.

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Information Technology and Web Science

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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM AMONG COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES COLLEGE CHOICE

Ylonka Machado An ITWS major, Ylonka appreciates having the ability to tailor her college experience to her own interests and goals. “There’s a big focus on developing business skills and technical skills,” she says. She maintains an active presence on campus, serving as president of ITWS Student Leadership, a mentor in the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, and web coordinator for the Women at Rensselaer Mentor Program.

The Information Technology and Web Science (ITWS) program allows you to align an IT, web science, business, and computer science education with the discipline of your choice. You will be empowered to think creatively and work collaboratively in an increasingly data-driven field, and graduate with one of the most sought-after skill sets in the job market. Rensselaer currently offers a B.S. in Information Technology and Web Science and an M.S. in Information Technology.

Choose a concentration from a number of areas, including data science and analytics, management information systems, information security, human computer interaction, web technologies, cognitive science, medicine, finance, and more. Or, with the help of an adviser, create a concentration all your own that reflects your individual interests.

Data Dexterity Rensselaer is the first school in the nation to have an institution-wide “data dexterity” requirement. With it, you will propel beyond the current collegiate standard of “data literacy” to “data dexterity”— proficiency in using diverse datasets to define and solve complex real-world problems. The skill set is critical to becoming a leader in your field, whatever that may be. A 2017 market analysis from the Business Higher Education Forum calls for annual job openings for data science and analytics roles to rise steadily to 2.72 million postings in 2020.

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ACCELERATED OPTIONS

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Accelerated and Combined Programs

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869 STUDENTS DUAL MAJORING

Rensselaer offers distinctive opportunities for you to realize your full potential and gain an advanced degree in less time.

Co-Terminal Programs Extend your eligible financial aid to earn both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years. Admissions standards are the same as those required for Rensselaer’s traditional master’s program.

Physician-Scientist Program (B.S./M.D.) In partnership with Albany Medical College, students will complete their B.S. and M.D. degrees in seven years.

FlexMed Pursuing a medical degree? Bypass the MCAT with FlexMed. Through this program, you will apply for early acceptance to the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, which holds three spots each year for qualifying Rensselaer sophomores.

Dual Majors Fulfill the degree requirements for two curricula through this popular option. You may pursue a dual major within the same school or across two different schools (e.g., HASS and Science) to diversify your expertise.

Combined B.S. and J.D. Degree Prepare to handle complex legal management issues with our combined six-year Bachelor of Science and Juris Doctor degree program. Rensselaer offers programs through the Lally School of Management and the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, each in partnership with Albany Law School or Columbia Law School.

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A Thriving Campus Life Prepare for leadership—and life.

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60% OF UNDERGRADUATES LIVE IN CAMPUS HOUSING

Clustered Learning, Advocacy, and Support for Students College is a time of significant transformation. With Clustered Learning, Advocacy, and Support for Students (CLASS), we make that transition as seamless as possible and help you develop into a well-rounded person. To ensure that you are part of a strong community starting in your first year, CLASS programming connects you to ongoing support through a network of faculty, staff, and other students. We also offer an integrated system of services and events, residential clustering, and class-year-based experiences.

STUDENT LIFE

Residence Halls Our clustered-living approach makes for a robust residential community. Most first-year students live in freshman-only residence halls, while junior and senior students can live on or off campus. We have several unique, learning-based living options available to foster community and civic engagement, such as Design and Arts Housing (DArts), which typically appeals to Architecture, EART, EMAC, GSAS, or DIS students, or Leadership House, which offers exclusive workshops throughout the year on topics such as decision making and team building.

Dining Options The range of dining options offered on campus reflects the diversity and spirit of the university. Within each of the four resident dining halls, a number of entrées are available at each meal, along with generous deli and grill choices that are prepared to order. Vegan, vegetarian, kosher, halal, and organic options are available. Add Flex Dollars to your meal plan to take advantage of retail outlets on campus, like Jazzman’s Café, Panera Bread, and Ben & Jerry’s.

Student Union As an undergraduate, you will automatically become a member of our Union, a student-run body that controls, finances, and organizes student activities, as well as a number of on-campus retail operations.

Community service is an important value embraced by the Union, with efforts ranging from raking leaves in Troy on Earth Day to participating in Rensselaer’s Relay for Life.

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STUDENT LIFE

The sports scene at Rensselaer is booming, with a large majority of our students participating in intramurals, club sports, or varsity programs.

Division I and III Varsity Sports Men’s Teams Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Ice Hockey (DI) Lacrosse

East Campus Athletic Village The $92-million complex includes a multipurpose, lighted stadium with field turf and seating for 5,200, a 1,200-seat basketball arena, a 4,800-square-foot strength and conditioning center, a hockey rink, track and field, and more.

Soccer Swimming & Diving Tennis Track & Field

Women’s Teams Basketball Cross Country Field Hockey Ice Hockey (DI) Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming & Diving Tennis Track & Field

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200+ CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

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Student Clubs & Organizations Choose from a diverse selection of clubs, sports, and organizations to get involved on campus, meet new friends, and fulfill your interests—or find new ones. Here is a small sampling of what we offer: Ballroom Dance Card Players Club Equestrian Club Film Club Habitat for Humanity Percussion Ensemble Radio Control Club Roller Hockey Science Fiction and Anime Association Symphony Orchestra

For a full listing, visit union.rpi.edu­­

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Call Troy Home Troy’s nickname, “Collar City,” originated because the majority of celluloid shirt collars worn by men in the 19th century were manufactured here. You can still find some of the most extensively preserved Victorian architecture in the country while walking through Troy—as well as music venues, boutiques, fine dining, and special events. A center of technical innovation, Troy also serves as a thriving metropolis within Tech Valley, New York State’s rival to Silicon Valley, with companies like GlobalFoundries and SEMATECH located in the area.

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FOOD GROWERS, BAKERS, CHEFS, AND ARTISANS AT THE TROY WATERFRONT FARMERS MARKET

An arts and cultural event held the last Friday of each month, Troy Night Out regularly draws thousands of people to Downtown Troy. Shuttles run from campus to the event, so you can enjoy arts, music, restaurants, and much more.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND TROY?

SARATOGA RACE COURSE SPEND A DAY AT THE RACES IN NEARBY SARATOGA SPRINGS

TROY RIVER FEST SHOP LOCALLY CRAFTED GOODS AND CUISINE IN AN OPEN-AIR BAZAAR

ALBANY ALL STARS ROLLER DERBY CATCH AN ACTION-PACKED BOUT AT THE ALBANY CAPITAL CENTER

CHOWDERFEST TASTE THE BEST CHOWDERS IN THE CAPITAL REGION AT THIS ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL

The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall regularly brings in internationally renowned musical and theater performers, such as Rosanne Cash, Boz Scaggs, and Wynton Marsalis.

The venue has also been home to an Odell pipe organ since 1890.

ALBANY FESTIVAL OF NATIONS ENJOY FOOD, CRAFTS, AND PERFORMANCES FROM MORE THAN TWO DOZEN COUNTRIES

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Transform Your Experience The Arch The Arch enables you to take on an immersive, real-world learning experience to complement your curricular coursework. As a Rensselaer student, you are required to remain on campus the summer after your sophomore year, taking junior-level courses while experiencing enhanced student-faculty interaction. You will also have access to a variety of unique co-curricular summer activities, including pop-up courses, academic field trips, and career readiness workshops. Afterward, you will spend one semester of your junior year away in a co-op or internship, performing research, starting your own business, or pursuing an international, self-designed, or restorative experience.

Career Preparation Due in large part to our high post-graduate employment rate, Rensselaer continuously ranks among top institutions for providing an outstanding return on investment. You will be empowered to take charge of your future through continual guidance and preparation.

Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD) CCPD offers comprehensive career services designed to help you perfect your résumé, research potential employers, land impressive internships, and more. JobLink, CCPD’s online recruiting and job posting system, can connect you with full-time employment, summer internships, co-ops, and part-time work.

The CCPD can also help you prepare for the graduate school application process. Caltech, MIT, Columbia, Cornell, Harvard, Stanford, and Johns Hopkins have been just some of the “next stops” for recent Rensselaer graduates.

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Co-ops The cooperative education program is an excellent way for you to gain real-world, paid work experience while still at Rensselaer.

Working in the field prior to graduation will help you enhance your classroom learning, as well as confirm or redirect your career path.

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Complement your education by gaining a global perspective abroad.

You can choose from more than 15 countries for semester-long, short-term, or summer programs, including internships and service learning opportunities.

Archer Center n interactive learning facility for leadership development, the A Archer Center will help you move confidently from an academic environment to the workforce. Learn about corporate training techniques, team development, ethical decision making, and diversity in a global workforce.

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Financial Aid Take advantage of a robust financial aid program. Approximately 95 percent of domestic students receive some form of assistance. Rensselaer has committed over $149.5 million for need-based and merit scholarships.

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OF ENROLLING DOMESTIC FRESHMEN RECEIVED MERIT AND/OR NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID IN 2018

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93% RETENTION RATE

At Rensselaer, you will become equipped to make a meaningful difference in the world.

How to Apply Complete the Common Application, the Coalition Application, or the Candidate’s Choice Application.

Learn more at go.rpi.edu/apply

High School Preparation Applicants best suited for Rensselaer will have completed: • 4 years of mathematics through precalculus (calculus preferred) • 3 years of science (including biology, chemistry, and lab-based physics) • 4 years of English • 3 years of social studies and/or history

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Fall Admission Deadlines • Early Decision I (binding): November 1 • Accelerated Law/Medical Programs: November 1 • Early Decision II (binding): December 15 • Regular Admission: January 15

Learn more at admissions.rpi.edu

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go.rpi.edu/visit Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. ©2018 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. All rights reserved.

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