Admissions Overview
High School Diploma
Required
Common App
Accepted
Class Rank
Considered
Credit for AP Classes
Provided
SAT/ACT
Required
TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo
Required for International Students
College Prep Program
Recommended
Interview
Could be offered
Additional Materials
Optional creative portfolios
4.7% (5.7% early)
3.9 - 4.0
1510 - 1580
34 - 36
GPA Requirements
MIT does not have a strict minimum GPA requirement for undergraduate admissions. However, admitted students typically have very high GPAs, ranging from 3.9 to 4.0, with an average GPA of 3.96.
3.96
Average High School GPA
3.9 - 4.0
25th-7th Percentile
SAT Requirements
MIT reinstated the standardized test requirement following two years of going test-optional. MIT’s SAT scores for admitted students range from 1510 - 1580, with an average score of 1550.
Although SAT scores are optional, we recommend that students aim for a good SAT score of at least 1550 to be competitive in the admissions process at MIT.
1550
Average SAT
1510 - 1580
25th-75th Percentile
77%
Students submitting SAT scores
ACT Requirements
MIT reinstated the standardized test requirement following two years of going test-optional. MIT's ACT scores for admitted students range from 34 to 36, with an average score of 35.
A good ACT score will still boost your application above the competition and help get you into your dream school. It will allow admissions officers to quickly and objectively compare you to the rest of the applicant pool.
35
Average ACT
34-36
25th-75th Percentile
42%
Students submitting ACT scores
Other Requirements
Besides academic grades, MIT has some additional requirements based on the program of study you apply for.
Extracurriculars
Make sure you have extracurriculars relating to your area of study and those that show your dedication over time.
Recommendation Letters
MIT requires two teacher recommendations and one counselor recommendation.
TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo
Required for international students.
