Rankings
How every major ranking places Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & technology | 28 | $66,300 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 13 | $66,300 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 11 | $66,300 | See → |
| Business & management | 9 | $66,300 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 8 | $66,300 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 5 | $66,300 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 3 | $66,300 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 2 | $66,300 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 2 | $66,300 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 1 | $66,300 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 1 | $66,300 | See → |
Costs and entry
2 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
The job market for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $66,300 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $66,300, engineering & technology $66,300.
How is Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute ranked?
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is ranked #695 by QS (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Engineering - Electrical & Electronic (#251–300) and Materials Science (#251–300).
What IELTS score does Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (10 of the 10 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.
How many postgraduate courses does Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute offer?
83 postgraduate courses across 11 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (28), natural sciences (13) and arts, design & creative studies (11).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, QS subject rankings 2025.