Approximately 41% of fall 2026 incoming students have unmet needs prior to borrowing to meet their billable charges, and for 25% of students, that unmet need is over $15,000.
We must better meet the financial needs of our students, especially those underrepresented in STEM fields, to advance the diversification of our student body. RPI hopes to secure $240M in support of undergraduate scholarships and graduate fellowships to continue to meet Stephen Van Rensselaer’s ambitious challenge. This bold initiative will make the Institute a magnet for talent, regardless of background or personal resources.
One of the most personal and lasting ways to make a difference in the lives of RPI students is with a gift of scholarship support. Whether you choose to make your gift in support of multiple students or create a relationship between the sponsor and student that lasts a lifetime, you can truly impact a student’s life in so many ways.
