You’re invited to apply as a junior and receive an admission decision before senior year.
Because of your academic potential and interest in RPI, you’ve been invited to apply to RPI First Approach, an exclusive pre-admission opportunity.
There’s no application fee.
RPI First Approach gives high-achieving juniors the opportunity to:
- Apply now
- Receive a pre-admission decision
- Secure the highest available merit scholarship
- Receive full demonstrated financial need
- Enter senior year with confidence and focus
RPI First Approach is available to high-achieving high school juniors who have demonstrated strong academic performance and plan to complete the following courses before enrollment:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Lab-based physics
- Precalculus or calculus
First Approach is open to applicants in any major except for Architecture or the Physician-Scientist (B.S./M.D.) Program due additional application requirements.
RPI First Approach is designed to make it easy for motivated students to apply. Simply follow this streamlined process:
- Submit the Fast App.
- Upload transcripts covering all high school coursework to date.
- Enter your anticipated senior-year schedule.
The deadline for full consideration is May 1, 2026.
RPI First Approach is not a binding Early Decision program. If admitted, to receive your merit scholarship and financial aid package meeting full demonstrated need, you’ll need to:
- Submit the 2026-2027 FAFSA and CSS Profile between October 1 and November 15, 2026
- Confirm enrollment in the Class of 2031 by submitting your $500 enrollment deposit by January 15, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The Fast App is completely free.
No. First Approach is non-binding.
You are still welcome to apply through RPI’s standard admissions process.
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Contact
Have questions? We’re here to help.
Contact:
Matt Stabler
Assistant Director of Admissions
518-276-6148
stablm@rpi.edu
