Massachusetts Institute of Technology

It is extremely difficult to get into Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Around 4% of applicants get into Massachusetts Institute of Technology each year. Out of 33,764 applications received in 2023, 1,337 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 1/1 and the application fee is $75.

Students who apply to Massachusetts Institute of Technology for fall semester should anticipate a decision by March 20.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Massachusetts Institute of Technology's admissions stats.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	97%
Mean SAT Score	1543
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	78%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	32%
Waitlist	Yes

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 20
Regular Decision	Yes	1 1	March 20

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Applying Early to Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 20.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology accepts around 5% of early action applicants and 4% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2022, Massachusetts Institute of Technology admitted 697 of the 14,759 who applied early action.

Some students apply early in hopes that it will boost their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Massachusetts Institute of Technology Admissions

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Transferring to Massachusetts Institute of Technology

It is extremely difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Massachusetts Institute of Technology

In 2022, Massachusetts Institute of Technology waitlisted 763 students and 682 accepted a place on the waitlist.

What Does Massachusetts Institute of Technology Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Curious about the factors that are considered by Massachusetts Institute of Technology during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Massachusetts Institute of Technology for more information on admission factors.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Application Requirements

To apply to Massachusetts Institute of Technology, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Massachusetts Institute of Technology's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 29% submitted a class rank. At Massachusetts Institute of Technology 97% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school and 100% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Massachusetts Institute of Technology, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Massachusetts Institute of Technology directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Massachusetts Institute of Technology is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 78% of Massachusetts Institute of Technology's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 32% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

To be competitive with other Massachusetts Institute of Technology applicants, you should aim to earn between 1520 and 1570 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Massachusetts Institute of Technology 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1570 and 25% of scored lower than 1520, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Massachusetts Institute of Technology student is 1543.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Massachusetts Institute of Technology students scored 800 or higher and 75% of students scored 730 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Massachusetts Institute of Technology students scored 780 or higher, and 75% scored a 730 or higher.

To be most competitive at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, you should strive to earn between 35 and 36 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 36 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Massachusetts Institute of Technology's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 36, and three out of four students scored lower than 36 on the ACT.

A 35 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Massachusetts Institute of Technology students. Only one out of every four students scored below 35.

More Information on Transferring to Massachusetts Institute of Technology

For transfer students, it is extremely difficult to get admitted to Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 15. Applicants should hear back by May 5.

Transfer students can enroll in Massachusetts Institute of Technology during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Does Massachusetts Institute of Technology accept transfer credits?

✅ Massachusetts Institute of Technology accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Massachusetts Institute of Technology accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Massachusetts Institute of Technology accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

✅ Massachusetts Institute of Technology is not test optional.

What is Massachusetts Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?

✅ Massachusetts Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of 4%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

❌ Massachusetts Institute of Technology does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Massachusetts Institute of Technology was 5% in 2021.

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