Overview
Student Population
National Rank
| Location | Cambridge, Massachusetts |
| Online | mit.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 21,706 prospective students applied, and 1,464 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,114 enrolled in the school. 11,402 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 172 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $51,520 plus fees of $312. MIT is ranked 5 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 1500/1570 |
| ACT | 34/36 |
| GPA | 3.96 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $312 |
| Room and Board | $15,510 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,098 |
| Total One Year Cost | $70,240 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 41% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 13% |
| Physical Sciences | 10% |
| Mathematics | 8% |
| Biology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166683 IPEDS survey data for Massachusetts Institute of Technology.