Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a private research university located in Worcester, MA. Founded in 1865, WPI specializes in technical arts and applied sciences and was one of the first engineering and technology universities in the United States. WPI’s athletic teams, known as the Engineers, compete in: New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) New England Wrestling Association (NEWA) Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) The Engineers are a Division III school in the NCAA. Worcester Polytechnic Institute Athletics