Pioneering Fire Protection Engineering Education Since 1979.

Fire protection engineering is a highly specialized field—and one WPI helped define. As home to the first Master of Science in Fire Protection Engineering program in the United States, WPI brings more than 45 years of expertise preparing engineers to solve today's most complex fire safety challenges. Through advanced study of fire behavior, risk, and performance-based design, you'll gain the technical depth needed to protect people, infrastructure, and communities worldwide.

Not ready for a master's degree? WPI also offers graduate certificate options for professionals looking to advance their AI knowledge and career growth.

Program Highlights

• One of only three FPE programs nationwide—join a highly specialized master's program with limited peers and deep industry relevance.
• Career pathways across high-impact industries—apply fire protection engineering principles in building design, construction, insurance, consulting, government, and code enforcement.
• Hands-on, experiential learning—work through real-world fire scenarios using modeling, analysis, and performance-based design methods aligned with industry standards.
• World-renowned faculty—learn from internationally recognized experts actively shaping fire safety research, codes, and standards.
• Flexible delivery—complete your degree online or on campus, full time or part time.

Why Engineers Choose WPI