INTO and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Launch Global Student Recruitment Initiative
INTO University Partnerships (INTO) is proud to announce its newest U.S. university collaboration with Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), America’s oldest technological research university. This partnership is designed to expand opportunities for international students to access RPI’s distinctive academic programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and its world-renowned commitment to innovation and technological leadership.
Located in Troy, New York, within a thriving innovation ecosystem, RPI is a leading private research university with a rich history of producing innovators and advancing breakthrough research. The Institute is internationally recognized for pioneering work in nanotechnology, semiconductors, biotechnology, computational science, and AI and robotics. RPI’s advanced research infrastructure includes powerful supercomputing capabilities such as the IBM Quantum System One, a world class cleanroom for nanoscale research, and cutting-edge facilities supporting materials science and energy systems. Leveraging its position as the oldest technological university in the United States, RPI continues to translate research from lab to market through a strong culture of entrepreneurship and industry collaboration.
Known for its interdisciplinary approach and rigorous, hands-on learning environment, RPI equips students to address complex global challenges through experiential education and applied research. Central to this approach is The Arch, RPI’s signature academic program that requires undergraduate students to participate in an immersive experience such as research, internships, or co-op placements designed to deepen professional readiness and global perspective. Together with its five schools, this model ensures students graduate with both theoretical depth and real-world impact, aligned with RPI’s mission to change the world.
“RPI is a premier addition to our U.S. network,” said Sharon Sundue, Executive Vice President of INTO North America. “Its commitment to innovation, technological excellence, and preparing globally minded problem-solvers aligns perfectly with INTO’s mission to open the world through education. Together, we are expanding pathways for talented international students seeking a rigorous and transformative education at one of the world’s most respected technological institutions.”
Through the partnership, INTO and RPI will collaborate on global marketing, digital outreach, and agent engagement strategies to attract and support international students across undergraduate and graduate programs. Students joining RPI through the initiative will benefit from tailored admissions guidance, pre-arrival preparation, and comprehensive on-campus support to ensure a smooth transition into RPI’s academically intensive and dynamic campus environment.
“We are thrilled to partner with INTO to extend RPI's global reach and enrich our campus community with diverse international perspectives,” said Wendy Lin-Cook, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management at RPI. “RPI is built on a legacy of groundbreaking discoveries and a culture of collaborative excellence, values that resonate deeply with international students aspiring to make a significant impact in the world through science and technology.”
For more information about Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, visit www.rpi.edu.