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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Overview

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.

University Snapshot

Control

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Massachusetts Institute of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
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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University Location

Address 77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge
02139-4307 Massachusetts
United States
Massachusetts Institute of Technology's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Phone Number (617) 253 1000
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Fax Number (617) 258 8762
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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.



Massachusetts Institute of Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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.


Admission Information

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology has more than 3700 international students.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office

77 Massachusetts Avenue, Rm 3-108
Cambridge 02139-4307
(617) 253 4791


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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


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Land Grant Institution Land Grant

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 Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Massachusetts Institute of Technology is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Library University Library

Yes Visit Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Library
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.


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Housing University Housing

Yes
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.


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Massachusetts Institute of Technology's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET
  • American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)
  • Planning Accreditation Board (PAB)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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.

  • Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI)
  • Association of American Universities (AAU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • Association of Independent Technological Universities (AITU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

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.


Academic Structure

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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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Massachusetts Institute of Technology's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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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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