Can you get into Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Massachusetts Institute of Technology admits about 5% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1510–1580, ACT composites around 34–36, about a 4.17 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 5%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1510–1580
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 34–36
- Average GPA
- 4.17
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of about 5%, which makes it highly selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
- Admitted students at Massachusetts Institute of Technology have an average GPA of about 4.17. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Massachusetts Institute of Technology have SAT scores between 1510–1580 and ACT composites between 34–36.
- What are my chances of getting into Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.