The Third Century Starts Now
RPI is not just a school. It is a launchpad. For 200 years, RPI graduates built the world we live in. Now, we are engineering what comes next. RPI is where creativity meets engineering, science, architecture, business, and technology. RPI is where ideas become impact. RPI is at the heart of the innovation economy. We will activate the Capital Region and beyond. We will continue to fulfill our mission rooted in access and affordability. We will invest in cutting-edge research aligned with our mission.
The $1.5 billion dollar campaign is a call to action for everyone who believes that RPI is just as relevant and important now as it was in 1824.
In a world demanding new solutions to problems, the kind of inventiveness and creativity that RPI has always brought to great challenges is needed more than ever. So is the kind of education that produces young people confident enough to try a new approach and to spur the next scientific or technological advance to benefit humanity.
OUR CAMPAIGN PILLARS
To achieve this vision, we are beginning with urgent near-term priorities that require launching the second $750 million phase of a $1.5 billion campaign. This campaign will allow us to take advantage of the opportunities in front of us and position us for third-century success. The campaign has four key pillars:
CAMPAIGN GOALS
As we launch the second phase of the campaign, we hope to secure:
$240M
IN SUPPORT OF SCHOLARSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP
Support for students starts with increasing our support of undergraduate scholarships and graduate fellowships to continue to meet Stephen Van Rensselaer’s ambitious challenge.
$240M
IN SUPPORT OF SCHOLARSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP
Support for students starts with increasing our support of undergraduate scholarships and graduate fellowships to continue to meet Stephen Van Rensselaer’s ambitious challenge.
$240M
IN SUPPORT OF TEACHING AND RESEARCH
To expand support for innovative instruction and the growth of the research enterprise, we must increase the number of endowed tenure track positions, add newly created teaching track positions, grow the number of graduate students engaged in research labs, and create funds to support newly hired faculty in our key research areas.
$240M
IN SUPPORT OF TEACHING AND RESEARCH
To expand support for innovative instruction and the growth of the research enterprise, we must increase the number of endowed tenure track positions, add newly created teaching track positions, grow the number of graduate students engaged in research labs, and create funds to support newly hired faculty in our key research areas.
$140M
IN SUPPORT OF RENEWING CAMPUS FACILITIES
RPI needs to invest in its physical infrastructure to prepare for our third century. Priorities for this will include an upgraded Computer Science facility, an update and expansion of the Houston Field House, a childcare center, and updated classrooms and laboratories across campus.
$140M
IN SUPPORT OF RENEWING CAMPUS FACILITIES
RPI needs to invest in its physical infrastructure to prepare for our third century. Priorities for this will include an upgraded Computer Science facility, an update and expansion of the Houston Field House, a childcare center, and updated classrooms and laboratories across campus.
$50M
IN SUPPORT OF THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
We will secure funds to enhance the student experience with support for our intercollegiate athletic programs and our more than 200 student organizations.
$50M
IN SUPPORT OF THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
We will secure funds to enhance the student experience with support for our intercollegiate athletic programs and our more than 200 student organizations.
$80M
IN GENERAL INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
Over the course of the campaign, we know that priorities will arise, and good ideas will present themselves that are not defined in this plan. One of our highest priorities is to grow annual giving at RPI. Whether it’s funding scholarships, enhancing student programs, or supporting faculty excellence, your annual support sustains RPl’s mission and strengthens its future. We will secure both unrestricted funds in support of these efforts and restricted gifts to support new initiatives.
$80M
IN GENERAL INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
Over the course of the campaign, we know that priorities will arise, and good ideas will present themselves that are not defined in this plan. One of our highest priorities is to grow annual giving at RPI. Whether it’s funding scholarships, enhancing student programs, or supporting faculty excellence, your annual support sustains RPl’s mission and strengthens its future. We will secure both unrestricted funds in support of these efforts and restricted gifts to support new initiatives.
“On behalf of the RPI Board of Trustees, I would like to thank everyone for their enthusiasm, participation, and support for RPI Forward: A Campaign for Our Third Century.
Jeffrey L. Kodosky ’70
Chair of the Advancement Committee
RPI Board of Trustees
PLEASE JOIN US!
There are many ways to participate in these ambitious efforts:
MAKE A GIFT
Join us by supporting our efforts with a philanthropic gift and help us realize our vision for the future of RPI.
ATTEND AN EVENT
Engaging with our alumni community through any of our numerous programs, events, and activities.
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Supporting networking, recruitment, placement, and partnership opportunities.
SHARE YOUR PRIDE
Serve as a brand ambassador to proudly represent RPI in your community.
TO LEARN MORE, EMAIL CAMPAIGN@RPI.EDU