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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

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Private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, world-renowned for engineering, science and technology with a mind-and-hand approach to learning.

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a private research university founded in 1861 to advance useful knowledge. Located at 77 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the campus spans roughly a mile along the north side of the Charles River basin, directly across from Boston.

MIT is organized around its motto Mens et Manus, or Mind and Hand, pairing rigorous academics with hands-on laboratory and research work. Students pursue undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, science, architecture, management, and the humanities, arts and social sciences.

Undergraduate admission is need-blind for all applicants, with financial aid meeting full demonstrated need. Prospective students can contact the Admissions Office at admissions@mit.edu or 617-253-3400, and explore application requirements, deadlines and campus visits through mit.edu.

Contact & details

Address
77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139
Established
1861
Grades / levels
Undergraduate and graduate degrees
Courses offered
Undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, science, architecture, management, humanities, arts and social sciences.
Languages
English
Accreditation
Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
Email
admissions@mit.edu
Phone
617-253-1000
Admissions email
admissions@mit.edu
Admissions phone
617-253-3400

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