Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Cambridge
About
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a world-renowned private research university known for its exceptional focus on science, engineering, and technological innovation. It boasts prestigious programs across schools such as the School of Engineering, the Sloan School of Management, and the School of Science, all of which are celebrated for their groundbreaking research and academic rigor. MIT's commitment to fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment has led to numerous advancements and startups, reinforcing its reputation as a global leader in technology and innovation.
This data is estimated based on applicant submissions at The GradCafe.
Decision Breakdown
- Accepted
- 3,483
- 25.0% of decisions
- Rejected
- 8,633
- 62.1% of decisions
- Interview
- 959
- 6.9% of decisions
- Wait Listed
- 831
- 6.0% of decisions
Average Scores
- Avg UGPA
- 3.83
- Avg GRE Quant
- 258
- Avg GRE Verbal
- 232
- Avg GRE Writing
- 4.9
Year-over-Year Comparison
by calendar year| Decision | 2025ā | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Accepted | 136 (18.4%) | 131 (22.8%) |
| Rejected | 479 (64.9%) | 341 (59.3%) |
| Interview | 82 (11.1%) | 67 (11.7%) |
| Wait Listed | 41 (5.6%) | 36 (6.3%) |
Popular Programs
- 1Physics1023 results
- 2Mechanical Engineering969 results
- 3Economics928 results
- 4Computer Science803 results
- 5EECS546 results
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| School | Program | Added On | Decision | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | PhysicsPhD | Apr 22, 2026 | Accepted on Apr 15 | |
Accepted on Apr 15 Fall 2026 American | ||||
hep-ex, R1 public university, 3 point something gpa, no gre, engineering major, no interview, couple of pubs, off the waitlist. so slay š | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Brain And Cognitive SciencesPhD | Apr 22, 2026 | Accepted on Apr 15 | |
Accepted on Apr 15 Fall 2026 American | ||||
R1 public university, no pubs, no gre, off the waitlist. anything is possible :) | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Political SciencePhD | Apr 16, 2026 | Accepted on Apr 15 | |
Accepted on Apr 15 Fall 2026 International GRE 167 GRE V 163 | ||||
Ending the season feeling blessed after weeks of anxiety and sadness. Stay faithful. | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | PhysicsPhD | Apr 14, 2026 | Accepted on Apr 13 | |
Accepted on Apr 13 Fall 2026 International GPA 3.90 | ||||
Hep-ph/th. Waitlisted on February 17, interviewed on March 9. Really lucky. Wish everyone the best! | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Political SciencePhD | Apr 12, 2026 | Wait listed on Feb 06 | |
Wait listed on Feb 06 Fall 2026 International | ||||
PLEASE if anyone got admitted and already has a better option, please decline the offer and leave a tiny chance for me :(((( Iād seriously appreciate it so much and wish you all the best wherever you decide to go!!! | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Medical Engineering and Medical Physics (MEMP)PhD | Mar 31, 2026 | Rejected on Jan 06 | |
Rejected on Jan 06 Fall 2026 International GPA 3.67 | ||||
1 International Research Experience at Purdue, 1 Book Chapter published, (3 review + 1 research submitted), 3 years of REU | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Media LabMasters | Mar 26, 2026 | Wait listed on Feb 25 | |
Wait listed on Feb 25 Fall 2026 International | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Aeronautics & AstronauticsMasters | Mar 25, 2026 | Rejected on Feb 19 | |
Rejected on Feb 19 Fall 2026 International GPA 3.80 | ||||
GPA not good enough I guess, despite 1 internship at European Space Agency ; 1 research internship at GeorgiaTech Aerospace + technote submitted for publication ; 1 International Hackathon won at TAMU ; President of Student Aerospace Club. | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | PhysicsPhD | Mar 24, 2026 | Rejected on Feb 12 | |
Rejected on Feb 12 Fall 2026 American GPA 3.67 | ||||
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Nuclear EngineeringPhD | Mar 23, 2026 | Rejected on Feb 14 | |
Rejected on Feb 14 Fall 2026 International GPA 3.23 | ||||