Admissions Overview
The admission process at Massachusetts Institute of Technology has a 5% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Massachusetts Institute of Technology has test requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
5%
Extremely Selective
Application Volume
26,904
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
86%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Massachusetts Institute of Technology has a 5% 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
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy 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.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. About 83% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,510 to 1,580. Additionally, about 31% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 34 to 36.
SAT Scores
83% of students submitted400
1600
1510 โ 1580
200
800
730 โ 780
200
800
780 โ 800
ACT Scores
31% of students submitted1
36
34 โ 36
1
36
34 โ 36
1
36
34 โ 36
Admission Statistics
26,904 students applied to MIT. Of those, 5% were accepted (1,274 students). Of these 1,274 accepted students, 1,091 chose to enroll.
26,904
Total Applicants
1,274
Students Admitted
1,091
Students Enrolled
5%
Acceptance Rate