Top Tier Admissions
Undergraduate applicants to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) form a self-selecting group, driven by the Institute’s mission to use science and technology “to make the world a better place.” Because MIT requires extensive core coursework in advanced math and science, the Institute naturally attracts a specific type of scholar. Students without an interest in […]
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, ranks No. 2 among national universities and No. 1 for undergraduate engineering, according to U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges rankings. For the Class of 2030, MIT admitted 1,299 of 28,349 applicants for an overall acceptance rate of 4.58% — a slight […]
For students driven by curiosity, problem-solving, and the desire to shape the future, STEM offers a direct path toward meaningful impact. Yet, with hundreds of universities claiming excellence in science, engineering, and technology, it can be difficult to know where truly exceptional programs and opportunities for hands-on research actually exist. What defines a strong STEM […]
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a world-renowned research university driven by curiosity and a persistent pursuit of innovation. With a 3:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an emphasis on hands-on, interdisciplinary learning, MIT empowers students to push the boundaries of science, technology, business, and the arts. Numbers and rankings tell only […]
Thinking about applying to MIT? As one of the most selective institutions in the world, with an acceptance rate below 5%, MIT looks for applicants who excel not only in academics, but also in curiosity, creativity, and character. The good news is that while MIT’s admissions process is uniquely rigorous, it’s absolutely manageable with thoughtful […]
The Senior Year Roadmap
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