Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, USA

Cambridge, USA

Overview

History, Affiliations & Rankings

Massachusetts Institute of Technology or MIT as it is famously known was established in the year 1861 with a sole objective to galvanise America’s Industrial Revolution. MIT functions under the motto “Mind and Hand” and during its 150 years of journey has always prioritized the dissemination of advanced knowledge in the field of science and technology which can be useful for America and the world. From having modest beginnings, MIT now holds the 1st rank in the list of best universities for bachelors engineering and technology courses in the world.

Infrastructure, Campus & Courses

The MIT campus is spread across an area of 166 acres and is one of the most technologically-advanced colleges campuses in the world. Built along the Charles River basin in Cambridge, the historic campus of MIT houses five different schools of Engineering, Architecture & Planning, Arts & Social Sciences, Management & Science and Humanities. There is a wide spectrum of courses available at MIT and the campus is home to students pursuing bachelors, masters as well as doctoral and research education in various fields. Apart from engineering, MIT is also known for its Business programmes.

Accomplishments & Alumni

Innovation is at the core of education at MIT, which has helped the institute become the hub of leading scientific breakthroughs and technological advancements of our generation. The accomplishments of MIT graduates have had global impacts and helped create millions of jobs in USA and the world. Over 139,000 MIT has been the alma mater of some of the most prominent personalities in their fields. Notable aumni of MIT include Richard Feynman, Kofi Anna, Buzz Aldrin among many others. MIT has producted 90 Nobel Laureates, 59 National Science medallists, 29 National Medal of Technology and Innovation winners, 75 McArthur Fellows and 15 A.M Turing Award winners.

Student Diversity & Visiting Companies

As a university that attracts some of the most talented minds from around the world, the student body of MIT is diverse in more ways than one. In addition to the diversity of culture, a student at MIT is exposed to a variety of thoughts, opinions, beliefs, thought processes and much more that contributes to building an inquisitive and open mindset. This is why the brainpower generated by MIT is in high demand and some of the leading companies of the world visit MIT for hiring for top positions in their organizations.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Courses

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  • B.S in Physics

    • Mode

      Regular

      Application Fee

      INR 6,400

    • Duration

      4 Year

      Tuition Fee

      INR 37,89,700

  • B.S in Management Science

    • Mode

      Regular

      Application Fee

      INR 6,400

    • Duration

      4 Year

      Tuition Fee

      INR 37,89,700

  • B.S in Chemistry

    • Mode

      Regular

      Application Fee

      INR 6,400

    • Duration

      4 Year

      Tuition Fee

      INR 37,89,700

  • B.S in Mechanical Engineering

    • Mode

      Regular

      Application Fee

      INR 6,400

    • Duration

      4 Year

      Tuition Fee

      INR 37,89,700

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Facts and Highlights

Type of University

Private, Coed

Average Annual Tuition Fee

Bachelors - $53,450 (2019-20)

Masters - $55,510 (2021-22)

Admission Intakes

Fall & Spring

Average GPA Requirement

3.88

Average Exam Score Requirement

SAT - 1535; ACT - 34; IELTS - 7; TOEFL - 100; GRE - 332.5; GMAT - 727

Admission Requirements

LOR, Standardised test scores, Official Academic Transcripts, SOP

Admissions Deadlines

Early Action: Nov 1

Regular Action: Jan 5

Percentage of International Students

33%

Size of Campus (in acres)

168

Alumni Worldwide

120k+

Females to Males Ratio

40:60

Average Salary after 10 Years

$96,033 (Annual)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Rankings

Ranked By

2022

2021

2020

2019

ARWU

NA

NA

4

4

QS

1

1

1

1

Times Higher Education (THE)

5

5

5

4

U.S. News & World Report

NA

2

2

2

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Subject Rankings

Business

Ranked By

2021

2020

2019

2018

QS - Global MBA

3

3

5

7

QS - Accounting & Finance

NA

2

2

2

U.S. News & World Report - Graduate Business School

5

3

3

5

U.S. News & World Report - Finance MBA

5

5

6

6

Financial Times Global MBA

NA

6

8

9

Times Higher Education - PG Business & Economics

2

1

1

2

Computer Science

Ranked By

2021

2020

2019

2018

Times Higher Education (THE)

3

4

5

2

U.S. News & World Report - Computer Science

1

NA

NA

NA

Engineering

Ranked By

2021

2020

2019

2018

QS - Engineering and Technology

NA

1

1

1

Times Higher Education (THE)

4

6

5

4

U.S. News & World Report - Mechanical Engineering PG

1

1

1

1

U.S. News & World Report - Biomedical Engineering PG

3

1

4

1

U.S. News & World Report - Electrical Engineering PG

1

1

1

1

U.S. News & World Report - UG Electrical, Electronic & Communications Engineering

1

1

1

1

Campus Location

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

77 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA

http://gradadmissions.mit.edu/about/contact | 617-324-6730 | gradadmissions@mit.edu

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