Your Chances of Getting Into Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Based on publicly available admissions data
Acceptance rate under 10%. Very high reach for most students.
Admissions Statistics
GPA of Enrolled Freshmen
What Matters Most
Is Massachusetts Institute of Technology a Reach, Target, or Safety?
With a 4.7% acceptance rate, Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a reach school for most applicants. Even students with perfect grades and scores are not guaranteed admission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are my chances of getting into Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
Massachusetts Institute of Technology accepts 4.7% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.
What GPA do I need for Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
Massachusetts Institute of Technology looks for academically strong students. Review recent CDS data on the school's website for GPA breakdowns of admitted students.
What SAT score do I need for Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1510 and 1580 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1580 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 34-36.