Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy RPI

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is a private research university located in Troy, New York. It was founded in 1824 by Stephen Van Rensselaer and is the oldest technological research university in the United States.

RPI offers undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, science, business, and architecture, with a focus on interdisciplinary research and innovation. The university is organized into five schools: the School of Architecture, the School of Engineering, the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, the Lally School of Management, and the School of Science.

RPI is known for its strong emphasis on engineering and technology and has produced many notable alumni and faculty in these fields. The university is home to several research centers and institutes, including the Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies, the Rensselaer Institute for Data Exploration and Applications, and the Lighting Research Center.

In addition to its academic programs, RPI is also known for its athletics programs, which include 23 varsity sports teams that compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I (Hockey) and Division III. The university's mascot is a red-tailed hawk named "Stryder".