Established in 1861, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Cambridge (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 163-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Massachusetts Institute of Technology |
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Acronym | MIT |
Founded | 1861 |
Motto | Mens et Manus Mind and Hand |
Colours | Cardinal red and steel gray |
Mascot | Tim the Beaver |
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Address | 77 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge 02139-4307 Massachusetts United States |
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Massachusetts Institute of Technology is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Massachusetts Institute of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Massachusetts Institute of Technology categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
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over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) | over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) |
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over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) | over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
This institution admits men and women (coeducational).
This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.
This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
Source: IPDES
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology has more than 3700 international students.Tip: search for Massachusetts Institute of Technology's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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This institution has a student enrollment range from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.
This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.
This institution is a private higher education institution.
This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.
This institution adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term
This institution Is a land-grant university And has a special focus On promoting education And research in agriculture, engineering And other related fields. Land-grant universities are also well known To have a high commitment To Public service And outreach.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology's library has 4 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,351,391 physical volumes, 377,154 physical media, 481,616 digital/electronic media and 324 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 145 full-time employees, including 26 librarians. Massachusetts Institute of Technology's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.
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In particular, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 6,280 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.
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In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.Yes
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1929
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uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Massachusetts Institute of Technology's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.
Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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The Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization develops, implements, and supports open education.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.
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