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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

📍 Cambridge, Massachusetts • United States

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a world-renowned private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Known for its rigorous science and engineering curricula, hands-on maker culture ("Mens et Manus"), and pioneering breakthroughs.

Testing Policy

Test-Required

MIT strictly requires standardized test scores (SAT or ACT). Math and quantitative sections are weighted heavily. MIT does not prefer SAT over ACT and superscores across test dates.

Institutional Selectivity

Most Competitive (~4.5%)

Approximately 28,232 applicants with 1,275 offers of admission. One of the most selective science and engineering institutions worldwide.

Language Proficiency

Required for Non-Native

Non-native English speakers are strongly encouraged to take the TOEFL or an equivalent English proficiency test in addition to the SAT or ACT.

Key Application Timelines & Rounds

Early Action (Non-Binding)

Deadline: November 1

Decision: Mid-December (Tau Day/Winter)

Regular Action

Deadline: January 4

Decision: March 14 (Pi Day)

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