MIT's SAT Requirements

I've been setting my sights on MIT for a while now and I just want to have all my bases covered. Does anyone know the SAT score requirement for MIT?

MIT, like most highly competitive colleges, does not have a strict "minimum" score for the SAT. That being said, to be competitive for admission, your score should fall within the range of scores for admitted students.

For the incoming class of 2027 (which is the most recent data available), the middle 50% range for the SAT Math section was 780-800, and for the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section, it was 730-780. This means that 75% of admitted students scored above a 730 on SAT Reading and Writing and above a 780 on SAT Math, and 25% of admitted students scored above a 780 on SAT Reading and Writing and a perfect 800 on SAT Math.

If your scores fall below these ranges, it doesn't mean you'll automatically be denied admission. The admissions committee at MIT takes a holistic approach when evaluating applications, considering factors beyond test scores, such as academic performance, extracurricular activities, and letters of recommendation, among others. However, a high SAT score can certainly strengthen your application.

Remember, the SAT is just one piece of your application and MIT will be looking at the whole picture— your essays, extracurriculars, letters of recommendation, and coursework are also crucial parts of your application to MIT. For maximum competitiveness, aim for high scores, but also focus on compiling a well-rounded and compelling application.