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INSTITUTIONAL DOSSIER·ID #18138

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

麻省理工学院

Cambridge, United States
Official Portal
Sector Private land-grant research university
Founded1861
Enrollment11,886
Student : Staff11:1

UNIVERSITY RANKINGS

Rankings Overview

Latest recorded results. Editions and methodologies differ by ranking.

QS2027

#1

Score 100

Same position as 2026

THE2027

#2

Score 97.8

Same position as 2026

ARWU2026

#3

Score 74.1

Same position as 2025

U.S. News2027

#2

Score 97

Same position as 2026

World ranking historyWorld rankings directory
DECADE PERFORMANCE INDEX · 2018–2027

10-Year Historical Ranking Trajectory

Focused 10-year window across major ranking systems. Click any publisher card below to isolate its curve.

Showing 10 annual editions (2018–2027). Higher curve points indicate stronger global standing (#1 at top).
INSTITUTIONAL METRICS

Quick Facts & Campus Profile

Campus & Intake Telemetry
Total Enrollment

11,886

Active Students

Faculty Size

1,090

Academic Staff

Acceptance Rate

4%

Estimated Admissions

Safety Score

92/100

Campus Safety

Transportation

85/100

Public Access

Tuition (Int.)

$65,000

Annual Estimate

INTERACTIVE DECISION WORKBENCH Free Account Sync

Admission Fit Simulator & Personal Dossier

Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale)3.65 / Benchmark 3.85
2.503.003.504.00
English Proficiency (IELTS Equivalent)7.0 / Target 7.5+
5.5 (TOEFL ~65)7.0 (TOEFL ~100)9.0 (TOEFL 118+)
Research, Internships & Extracurricular Depth
ESTIMATED CLASSIFICATIONREACH TARGET
51/100Profile Alignment Index

Highly selective relative to current profile; strong essays/research recommended.

Selectivity~4% Admit
Est. Annual Tuition$65,000
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EDITORIAL BRIEFING

Institutional Profile

4 sections

Step onto the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) campus in Cambridge, US, and you instantly feel the hum of innovation. Established in 1861, MIT is where "mens et manus" (mind and hand) isn't just a motto, it's a way of life. From the iconic Great Dome to the sleek, interconnected labs bordering the Charles River, the architecture itself speaks to a relentless pursuit of knowledge and practical application. This isn't just a school; it's a living laboratory, a vibrant ecosystem where curiosity is celebrated, and "impossible" is just a starting point. The atmosphere pulsates with intellectual energy, a collaborative spirit, and a deep-seated belief that any problem, no matter how complex, can be solved through ingenuity and collective brilliance.

GEOGRAPHIC TELEMETRY

Campus Coordinates

42.3597° N, -71.0919° E
VISUAL ARCHIVE

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ACADEMIC FACULTIES

Core Academic Disciplines

Computer Science

Engineering

Physics

SYNTHESIZED TRADE-OFFS

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INSTITUTIONAL FAQ

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In the QS World University Rankings 2027, Massachusetts Institute of Technology is ranked #1. In the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 rankings, it is ranked #2.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is located in Cambridge, United States.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology was founded in 1861.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology has approximately 11,886 enrolled students.

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STUDENT BUDGET

Cost of Living

United States

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Rent & Utilities$2,000
$200$4,000
Food & Groceries$520
$100$1,500
Transport & Other$110
$30$1,000
Estimated Monthly$2,630
Estimated Yearly$31,560

Estimates in USD. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and neighbourhood.

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