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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Massachusetts Institute of Technology saw enrollment of 11,866 students for the academic year of 2024-25. Of these, nearly 3,500 students are from 59 countries. The student demographics for MIT are given below-
Ethnicity/Citizenship | Concentration |
|---|---|
U.S. citizens & permanent residents | 89% |
Asian American | 47% |
White/Caucasian | 37% |
Nonresidents/International citizens | 11% |
Hispanic Latino | 11% |
Black or African American | 5% |
American Indian or Alaska Native | 1% |
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic | <1% |
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The strongest disciplines at MIT are those having scope of high salaries and high income opportunities. The most liked and popular programs chosen by Indians are Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, MBA, and Data Economics. Students can check the table below for popular majors, their career scope, and estimated salary:
Popular programs among Indians | Career Scope | Estimated salary |
|---|---|---|
Computer Science | Google, Amazon, Microsoft | INR 1.2 Cr |
Electrical Engineering | Intel, Tesla, Nvidia | INR 90L-INR 1.5Cr |
Mechanical Engineering | SpaceX, Boeing, R&D labs | INR 70L-INR 1.2Cr |
MBA | Product Management, Consulting | INR 1.5 Cr |
Data, Economics | UN, World Bank | INR 80L-INR 1.4 Cr |
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology expects to submit standardized test scores like the ACT and SAT as a basic requirement during admission. As per the student's class profile of 2028, the minimum score obtained by the applicant in ACT was 34 or above, and a SAT score of 1550 or above. Those who fulfill the basic eligibility and submit the required scores have a high chance of selection
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Yes, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology offers need-based financial aid to international students. The institute offers need-based financial aid based on the family income. The family income, along with the estimated cost they need to pay, is given below:
Family Income | Estimated annual cost |
|---|---|
< INR 25L | INR 0-25 L/year |
INR 25-50L | INR 8L- INR 20L |
INR 50-80L | INR 25L-INR 35L |
INR 80L or above | Full or partial fee |
In case of graduate admission, MIT offers research assistantship, teaching assistantship, fellowship, and employer-sponsored opportunities. The MIT financial aid for international graduate students, along with the coverage, is discussed below:
Funding Type | Coverage |
|---|---|
Research Assistantship | Full tuition + stipend (~$3,800/month) |
Teaching Assistantship | Tuition + stipend for teaching work |
Fellowships | Prestigious, external/internal full funding |
Employer-sponsored | Limited funding |
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4 months agoContributor-Level 8
International undergraduate applicants can apply for admission in two rounds. They can either take admission in the Early intake or the Regular intake. The Early application starts in November, and regular applications start in January of each year. The MIT application deadlines for UG and PG admission are given below:
Undergraduate Deadline:
Round | Deadline | Decision release |
|---|---|---|
Early Action | Nov-starting | Mid-Dec |
Regular Action | Jan-starting | Mid-March |
Graduate Deadline:
School/Department | Deadline |
|---|---|
School of Engineering | Dec-starting |
Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence Lab | Mid-Dec |
Department of Physics | Mid-Dec |
Sloan School of Management | Sep-end |
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