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Applicants can apply for Massachusetts Institute of Technology admission 2025 online through the official website. They must submit the application by the deadline to get admission to the university. Mentioned below are the deadlines for students to get admission to MIT USA:

  • The MIT University MBA deadline for round 1 admission is Sep 30, 2024
  • The MIT University admissions deadline for early action undergraduate admission is Nov 01, 2024

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MIT University Courses & Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(26 courses)
INR 45 L - 70 L
Duration12 months-5 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 90 - 100, IELTS: 7 - 7.5, GRE
B.E. / B.Tech(21 courses)
INR 50 L - 52 L
Duration4-5 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 90 & Above, IELTS: 7 & Above, PTE: 65 & Above
MBA/PGDM(14 courses)
INR 35 L - 76 L
Duration9 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 90 - 100, GRE: 320 & Above, GMAT: 700 & Above
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Q:   How do I increase my chances of getting into MIT?

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology is the topmost university in the world and is highly selective when it comes to admissions. MIT takes a holistic approach for admissions, hence students students must be at the top of their class to study here. Also, they excel in activities outside class in order to enhances their chances of getting admitted in the university for their higher studies. In order to increase the chances of getting into MIT, here are some factors that students must consider:

  • Focus on academic scores;
  • Prepare for the standardized tests (if applicable) and English language proficiency tests ;
  • Create a strong online application;
  • Get involved in extracurricular activities;
  • Get recommendation letters; and
  • Write brilliant application essays.

Q:   How can I get into MIT from India?

A: 

MIT is one of the most selective schools in the world. With an acceptance rate of 4.8%, it is very difficult to secure admission here. So, one needs to have an excellent profile to get into MIT. Indian students applying to MIT need to submit the following documents.

Q:   Has any Indian studied from Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

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Yes, MIT has been home to a vast number of Indian students. Listed below are some of the Indians who are included in the list of Massachusetts Institute of Technology notable alumni:

  • Raghuram Rajan: An Indian economist and the former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
  • Nandan Nilekani: An Indian entrepreneur, who co-founded Infosys and is the non-executive chairman of Infosys
  • Arvind Subramanian: An Indian economist and the former Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India
  • Jhumpa Lahiri: A British-American author, who is renowned for her short stories, novels, and essays in English
  • N. R. Narayana Murthy: An Indian billionaire businessman, who is one of the seven co-founders of Infosys

Q:   How much does MS at MIT cost?

A: 

The cost of studying MS at MIT is vary from INR 45 L to INR 70 L for first-year. The university offers MS programs in multiple specializations and tuition fees vary as per specializations. The table below includes some popular MS specializations with first-year tuition fees: 

MS SpecizlizationsFirst Year Fees
Master of Science Aeronautics and AstronauticsINR 51.85 L
Master of Science Program in Computational Science and EngineeringINR 49.97 L
Master of Science in Chemical Engineering PracticeINR 48.17 L
Master of Science in Nuclear Science and EngineeringINR 51.85 L

Q:   What are the best programs at MIT?

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Some of the popular majors that U.S. News & World Report has mentioned include Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, etc. The popular MIT majors for 2022 graduates were:

  • Computer Science: 28%
  • Mechanical Engineering: 10%
  • Mathematics: 9%
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 5%
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Q:   How much does 4 years of MIT cost?

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Students need to consider tuition, dining, housing, and other expenses like books, supplies, and personal expenses while factoring in the total MIT cost. Check MIT fees for undergraduate students from the table given below: 

Expense

Cost

Tuition

USD 59,750

Student life fee

USD 406

Housing

USD 12,380

Food

USD 7,010

Books, course materials, supplies & equipment

USD 880

Personal expenses

USD 2,304

Total

USD 82,730

Note: This budget does not include travel expenses as they will be based on personal address of a student.

Read: Cost of Studying in USA for International Students 

Q:   How is MIT ranked in the world?

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology is one of the most prestigious universities in the world and has been consistently ranked as the topmost university in the world by renowned ranking bodies. Listed below are the the latest global rankings of the university:

Ranking Body, Category & YearMIT Rankings
QS Rankings - Best Global Universities 2025#1
THE Rankings - World University Rankings 2024#5
US News & World Report Rankings - Best Global Universities 2024#2

Q:   Is studying in MIT expensive?

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology offers a range of courses for their international students on the undergraduate and graduate levels. Annual tuition fee required to pursue a degree course at MIT is above 40-50L on an average, which can be considered extremely expensive as a study abroad option. Students can refer to the table listed below for course specific fees requirements:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
B.E. / B.Tech (21 courses)
INR 44L - 50L
MS (25 courses)
INR 44L - 50L
INR 44L - 88L
MIM (12 courses)
INR 44L - 88L
B.A. (17 courses)
INR 44L
Others UG (3 courses)
INR 44L
INR 44L - 50L
M.Arch (4 courses)
INR 44L - 50L
BBA (5 courses)
INR 44L - 50L
B.Arch (4 courses)
INR 44L - 50L

Q:   What is the cost of living at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

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MIT living cost for the 2023-24 academic year for UG students is as follows:

Particulars

Expenses

Housing

USD 12,380 (Around INR 10 lakh)

Food

USD 7,010 (Around INR 6 lakh)

Books, course materials, supplies & equipment

USD 880 (Around INR 73k)

Personal expenses

USD 2,304 (Around INR 2 lakh)

For graduate students, the cost of living will be as follows (for 12 months):

Housing

USD 23,820

Food

USD 9,460 (Around INR 8 lakh)

Books, course materials, supplies & equipment

USD 1,400 (Around INR 1 lakh)

Personal expenses

USD 9,420 (Around INR 8 lakh)

Transportation

USD 3,428 (Around INR 3 lakh)

 

Q:   What is the cost of living in MIT?

A: 

Massachusetts Institute of Technology cost of living for international students is inclusive of accommodation and dining, books and supplies, personal expenses, travel costs, and more. For Indian students, this cost sums up to be around INR 17 L per academic year.

ParticularsCost of Living (Per Academic Year)Cost in INR
HousingUSD 18,528INR 15.4 L
FoodUSD 6,300INR 52K
Books & SuppliesUSD 630INR 5.2 L
TransportationUSD 2,167INR 1.8 L
Personal ExpensesUSD 4,042INR 3.3 L
TOTALUSD 31,667INR 26.4 L

Conversion Used: 1 USD = INR 83.54

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Tips: Students should know that many MIT Masters programs, including TPP, are fully funded through RAships. You can apply to multiple MIT programs in the same application cycle, and you can also apply for a dual master's degree with other departments after you are admitted to an MIT program. The allowance is almost $45,000 per year, in addition to tuition and health coverage. This amount is sufficient to live in Boston and save some money.
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Q:   Does MIT MBA require GMAT?

A: 

GMAT score is the critical component of the MIT MBA application process and plays an important role in the holistic evaluation process. International students must provide their valid GMAT score for MIT Solan MBA admissions. The median GMAT for MBA class 2025 is 730 with a GMAT range between 700 - 760

Also read: GMAT scores for Top MBA Colleges in the USA

Q:   What is the fee of MIT for BTech?

A: 

For BTech, MIT fees for Indian students will be between INR 44 Lacs – INR 50 lakh. The fees will vary from course to course. Besides the tuition fees, students have to pay the amount for living expenses too. These expenses will include components like books and supplies, hostel & meals, personal expenses, other expenses, etc. The living cost for BTech courses at MIT will be around INR 17 - 18 lakh.

 

Q:   How hard is to get into MIT MBA?

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MIT admission are highly competitive for international students because of its high acceptance rate and admission requirements. The MIT University MBA acceptance rate is around 15%, which means out of 100 applications only 15 accepted. The median GPA required for MBA admission at the university is 3.61 out of 4.0 and the median GMAT score is 730. Massachusetts Institute of Technology admissions requirements for MBA programme are: 

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Video Statement
  • One Letter of Recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Standardized Test Scores
  • Relevant Coursework & Professional Certifications
  • Application Fee

Also Read: MBA Colleges in USA

Q:   How do I get into MIT for a Masters in Business Analytics?

A: 

MIT admission requirements for Masters in Business Analytics are given below. An ideal completed MIT application for MBAn will have the following:

  • A resume
  • Essay question
  • Video question 1 & 2
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Academic transcripts
  • An undergraduate degree
  • Relevant coursework and professional qualifications (as required)
  • GMAT / GRE score
  • TOEFL / IELTS scores (optional)
  • USD 155 as an MIT application fee

What after the submission of MIT MBAn application? All the applicants admitted to the MBAn programme shall be required for interview. But, note that the interviews are conducted as per invitation only.

  • The interview is both technical and behavioral
  • For the technical part of the interview, the applicants may be asked Math, Probability, Statistics, and / or Computer Science questions relevant to the fields of Data Science and Analytics
  • The Behavioral questions will help the admission team to know how an applicant works with a team, makes decisions, and solves problems
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No, Massachusetts Institute of Technology does not accept academic main score as a part of their admission process. Instead, applicants can submit their academic scores as that is recognised by the university. If a candidate wants to get into MIT University for their higher studies, they will have t

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Harvard and MIT are both not just the top universities in the US, but also two of the most reputated universities around the globe. Securing an admission in either of these universities is extremely competitive. However, with the Harvard University acceptance rate of merely 3.41%, the university is

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Generally speaking, entrance to MIT's MBA programme requires a bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum cumulative score of between 50 and 55 percent. You might also have to show up for entrance exams like the MAT, CAT, or a test exclusive to your university. In order to evaluate your ability f

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Yes, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is recognised as the topmost university in the world due its consistent ranking #1 in QS World University Rankings for 13 years in a row. Listed below is the comprehensive five year trend of MIT rankings, as awarded by the prestigious ranking bodies:

Year-wise MIT Rankings 

QS - World University Ranking 

THE (Times Higher Education) - University Ranking 

US News & World Report - Global Universities 

2025-26

 

 

#1 

Not announced

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2024-25

#3

#2 

2023-24 

#5 

2022-23 

2021-22 

2020-21 

2019-20 

#4 

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On an average, the acceptance rate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology ranges between 4-5%, which describes how competitive the university is. Given below is a comprehensive table of the trend of MIT acceptance rate over the years:

Class of

Number of Applications Received

Number of Students Accepted

MIT Acceptance Rate

2028

28,232

1,275

4.5%

2027

26,914

1,291

4.8%

2026

33,767

1,337

3.9%

2025

33,240

1,340

4%

2024

20,075

1,457

7.2%

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