Admissions Overview
The admission process at Massachusetts Institute of Technology has a 4% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Massachusetts Institute of Technology has test requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
4%
Extremely Selective
Application Volume
33,767
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
85%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Massachusetts Institute of Technology has a 4% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Massachusetts Institute of Technology evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Required
Standardized test scores are required for admission
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredStandardized Test Scores
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
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Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. About 78% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,530 to 1,580. Additionally, about 32% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 35 to 36.
SAT Scores
78% of students submitted400
1600
1530 โ 1580
200
800
740 โ 780
200
800
790 โ 800
ACT Scores
32% of students submitted1
36
35 โ 36
1
36
35 โ 36
1
36
35 โ 36
Admission Statistics
33,767 students applied to MIT. Of those, 4% were accepted (1,337 students). Of these 1,337 accepted students, 1,136 chose to enroll.
33,767
Total Applicants
1,337
Students Admitted
1,136
Students Enrolled
4%
Acceptance Rate