QS #1 · 2026 United States
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
麻省理工学院
MIT is a private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts founded in 1861. Best known for its strength in science, engineering and economics, MIT consistently tops global rankings for STEM education.
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1 Undergraduate (all majors)
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| IELTS | 7 overall |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 100 overall |
| Duolingo | 120 |
| Cambridge English | C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency |
TOEFL iBT 100+ preferred (90 minimum). IELTS 7.0; 7.5 more competitive.
Academic
| GPA | No minimum; admitted students typically top 1–3% of class |
|---|---|
| A-Level | A*A*A* in math/physics/another science |
| IB | Total 42+ with 7,7,6 at HL incl. Math + Science |
| AP | Strong AP record (5–8 APs at 5, incl. Calc BC + a science) |
| OSSD (Ontario) | Top-6 U/M courses ≥ 95% incl. ENG4U, Calc, Physics, Chem |
Admissions tests
SAT or ACT required from 2024
Notes
MIT uses unified single-school admission — no separate engineering/science applications.
Sources
Last verified: 2026-05-17