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Your Chances of Getting Into Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Based on publicly available admissions data

Most Selective4.7% acceptance rate

Acceptance rate under 10%. Very high reach for most students.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate
4.7%
SAT Range (Middle 50%)
1510 - 1580
ACT Range (Middle 50%)
34 - 36

GPA of Enrolled Freshmen

What Matters Most

Very Important
Character
Important
RigorGpaSat ActEssayRecommendationInterviewExtracurricularTalent

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.

Build a balanced college list with reach, target, and safety schools to maximize your options.

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.