MIT Financial Aid for International Students
Total reward
Average $60,000+/year (100% need met)
Level
Bachelor's
Duration
For all four years of undergraduate study
Location
United States
About this scholarship
MIT meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted undergraduate students. Approximately 60% of undergrads receive MIT scholarships. Graduate students typically receive full funding through assistantships.
Eligibility
- All nationalities welcome
- Exceptional academic achievement in STEM or related fields
- Need-aware for international undergrad
- Graduate funding varies by department
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition
- Housing
- Meals
- Personal expenses based on demonstrated need. Graduate: tuition + stipend via research/teaching assistantships
Required Documents
MIT Application, CSS Profile, Academic transcripts, Test scores (flexible), Recommendation letters, Personal essays
How to Apply
- MIT is need-blind for all applicants (including international) and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need with grants, with no loans expected
- Apply for admission via the Common or Coalition Application, then apply for aid by submitting the CSS Profile (MIT code 3514) and parental income/tax documentation (with English translation if needed) through IDOC by the deadline
- International applicants do not submit the FAFSA; aid is awarded on financial need, not merit
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