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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MA · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Massachusetts Institute of Technology campus
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Admission rate
4.6%
Extremely selective
Average net price
$14,815
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
96%
Median earnings
$152,553
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a private nonprofit college in Cambridge, MA with 4,535 undergraduates. It admits 4.6% of applicants, and admitted students average 1560 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $14,815 per year. 96% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $152,553 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
4.6%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
26,904
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,274
Fall 2023
Yield
86%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing740–780
200800
SAT Math780–800
200800
ACT Composite34–36
136

What Massachusetts Institute of Technology looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$85,960
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$64,730

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k—
  • $30–48k—
  • $48–75k$4,283
  • $75–110k$8,020
  • $110k+$50,747

Get a personal estimate with Massachusetts Institute of Technology's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
96%
Freshman retention
99%
Median earnings
$152,553
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$14,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
4,535
Student–faculty ratio
3:1
Receive Pell grants
24%
  • White21%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black8%
  • Asian35%

Massachusetts Institute of Technology FAQ

What is Massachusetts Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?+

Massachusetts Institute of Technology admits 4.6% of applicants, which makes it extremely selective.

What SAT score do you need for Massachusetts Institute of Technology?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 740–780 on SAT Reading and Writing and 780–800 on SAT Math; the average total is 1560.

What ACT score do you need for Massachusetts Institute of Technology?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 34–36.

Is Massachusetts Institute of Technology test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to Massachusetts Institute of Technology?+

In Fall 2023, 26,904 students applied to Massachusetts Institute of Technology and 1,274 were admitted; 1,091 enrolled.

Does Massachusetts Institute of Technology consider legacy status?+

No. Massachusetts Institute of Technology reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Massachusetts Institute of Technology require an essay?+

Massachusetts Institute of Technology reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Massachusetts Institute of Technology cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $85,960 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,815.

What is Massachusetts Institute of Technology's graduation rate?+

96% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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