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MIT

Acceptance rate
5
%
ACT middle 50%
34
–
36
Applications
28232
Undergraduates
4535

Overview

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a world-renowned research university known for its rigorous academic programs and cutting-edge innovation in science, engineering, and technology. Founded in 1861, MIT offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across five schools, including Architecture and Planning, Engineering, Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, Management, and Science. The institute is distinguished by its hands-on approach to learning, collaborative culture, and commitment to solving real-world problems through interdisciplinary research. MIT’s vibrant campus community fosters entrepreneurship, creativity, and leadership, and its alumni and faculty have made significant contributions to advancements in technology, business, and society worldwide.

Admissions Information

Applications received
28232
Students admitted
1284
Acceptance rate
5
%
Undergraduate enrollment
4535
Admissions data:
2024-25
·
IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)

Test Scores

Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
740
780
SAT Math
780
800
ACT Composite
34
36
Students submitting SAT
83
%
Test policy

Application Information

Regular deadline
Jan 4, 2027 (confirm)
Early deadline
Early Action: Nov 1, 2026
Accepts the Common Application
No
College Board code
3514
Admissions website

Characteristics

School type
Private
Research University
Setting
City: Midsize
Undergraduate size
2,500–7,500
Athletics
Division III
Intramural
Club
Intercollegiate
Competitiveness
Most Competitive

Contact information

Address
77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139-4307
Phone
(617) 253-1000

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