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Massachusetts Institute of Technology admissions guide
MIT is a research-intensive university with a hands-on culture and exceptional strength across science, technology and management.
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Known for
Engineering and robotics · Computer science and AI
Planning
Fees and funding vary by programme
Popular subject areas
- Engineering and robotics
- Computer science and AI
- Physics, mathematics and economics
- Technology management
Admissions considerations
- Exceptional quantitative preparation
- Research, projects or competition evidence
- Clear programme fit
- English proficiency and tests where required
Indicative cost planning
Use MIT's current student financial services figures; graduate funding differs by department and appointment type.
Scholarship routes
- • Need-based undergraduate aid
- • Research and teaching assistantships
- • Departmental graduate fellowships
Independent planning guide, last reviewed October 2026. Parayu Orbit is not the university and does not guarantee admission, scholarship or visa outcomes. Confirm current requirements on the official website.