Hey guys, I can't seem to find any current and comprehensive stats on MIT admissions. Does anyone have any recent details on things like average GPA, SAT/ACT scores, or any other relevant stats? It might just help me get a clearer picture of the competitive landscape. Thanks in advance.
Usually, for a highly selective institution like MIT, the accepted students tend to have very strong academic records. Although MIT does not officially report its admitted students' average GPA, it's safe to say that the vast majority have near-perfect GPAs.
For standardized tests, MIT’s middle 50% range for the SAT for the Class of 2025 was 1520-1580. This means that 25% of admitted students scored below 1520 and 25% scored above 1580. Their ACT middle 50% range was 35-36. Remember, these are not minimum or required scores, but a profile of the usual admitted student.
Beyond just numbers, MIT is also looking for demonstrated passion for STEM, and they value students who have made significant contributions in their fields of interest or their communities. Examples could be top finishes in national or international STEM competitions or substantial research experience. Remember, MIT practices holistic admissions, so they also consider factors like your essays, letters of recommendation, and extracurricular activities.
Despite these averages, if your scores or GPA are lower, don't be disheartened. MIT makes it clear that they do not have a cutoff point, and there are always exceptions provided the rest of your application is strong. Thus, while being within or above these ranges increases your chances, falling a bit below them does not eliminate you from consideration.
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