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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA, USA
About MIT
MIT is a world-renowned research university known for its programs in engineering, science, and technology. Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, just across the Charles River from Boston, MIT fosters a collaborative environment where students tackle real-world problems. With a 4:1 student-to-faculty ratio and extensive research opportunities, MIT provides an unparalleled education for international students.
Location
Cambridge, MA, USA
Application Deadlines
Spring 2027(Regular Decision)
SEVP & Work Rights
- OPT Available
- Yes
- CPT Available
- Yes
- STEM Designated
- Yes (24-month OPT extension eligible)
Key Stats
- Acceptance Rate
- 4.0%
- International Tuition
- $57,590/yr
- Total Students
- 11,520
- International %
- 33.0%
- Campus Setting
- Urban
- Student/faculty ratio
- 3:1
Country average: 72.5%
Country average: $21,775/yr
Country average: 22.1%
Admissions
- SAT (average)
- 1560
- SAT EBRW (25th-75th)
- 740 - 780
- SAT Math (25th-75th)
- 780 - 800
- ACT (25th-75th)
- 34 - 36
Outcomes
- Freshman retention
- 99%
- Graduation rate (6yr)
- 96%
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $143,372
Profile
- Classification
- Doctoral / Research University
- Endowment
- $24573M
- Avg net price (after aid)
- $20,111/yr
Test Requirements
Optional but recommended for engineering programs
Minimum score: 90
For: Master's
Internet-based test; 100+ recommended
Minimum score: 7.0
For: Master's
Optional but recommended for engineering programs
Optional but recommended for engineering programs
Optional but recommended for engineering programs
Optional but recommended for engineering programs
Optional but recommended for engineering programs
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