United States · Private research university
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, Massachusetts · Founded 1861
QS World #1
THE #2
Official site
Acceptance rate
4.5%
Total students
11,858
International
~33% of graduate, ~11% of undergraduate
Annual tuition
USD 61,990 / year (2025-26)
MIT is the world's top-ranked institution for science, technology and engineering. Need-blind admission means international students are evaluated on merit and offered the same financial aid as domestic applicants — making MIT one of the most affordable top-5 US schools for high-need families.
Admissions requirements
- Language
- TOEFL iBT 100+ (no minimum but 90+ commonly required); IELTS 7.0+ accepted for graduate programs
- Tests
- SAT/ACT optional through 2025-26 cycle for some programs; STEM programs strongly recommend SAT subject scores where available.
- Deadlines
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- Early Action: November 1
- Regular Decision: January 4
- Graduate: Varies by program, typically December 15
- Financial aid
- Need-blind admission for all applicants including internationals; average financial aid for aided undergrads ≈ USD 56,000/year. No merit scholarships.
Famous for
Engineering
Computer Science
Physics
Economics
Sloan MBA
Notable alumni
- Kofi Annan
- Buzz Aldrin
- Ben Bernanke
- Tim Berners-Lee (visiting)
Cost estimate
$83,990 / year
Tuition $61,990 + living $22,000
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