Institution name

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Contact address for international enquiries

100 Institute Road
WORCESTER 01609

Telephone

+1 508 831 5301

Venue / office name

Department of Mathematical Sciences

Address

Worcester Polytechnic Institute
100 Institute Road
WORCESTER
Massachusetts
01609

Venue description

The department's programs provide students with preparation for effective and successful professional careers in the mathematical sciences, whether in traditional academic pursuits or in the many new career areas available in today's technologically sophisticated, globally interdependent society. Through course work, students acquire a firm grounding in fundamental mathematics and selected areas of emphasis. Projects, which often involve interdisciplinary and industrial applications, offer further opportunities to gain mathematical depth and to develop skills in problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and self-directed learning, together with an understanding of the role of the mathematical sciences in the contemporary world.

Telephone number

+1 508 831 5241

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

Accommodation is provided at various halls namely East Hall, Morgan Hall, Daniels Hall, Stanford Riley Hall, Institute Hall, Stoddard Complex, Founders Hall, 25 Townbridge House, 16 Elbridge, 22 Schussler and 26 Hackfield House. All residence halls have Fire Sprinkler Systems, Network/Internet Access, Cable Television Connectivity, and Campus Telephone Service. The Office of Residential Services also offers on-campus apartments in the Ellsworth and Fuller complexes. These units range in size from 2-person to 7-person apartments. Living in Ellsworth or Fuller offers students the opportunity to learn more about living on their own. While students in these apartments are not required to be on a meal plan there are increased responsibilities other than cooking meals. Students can contact through phone +1 508 831 5807 and by e-mail res-services@wpi.edu for further information.