MIT Transfer Admission (fall 2027 entry)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Deadline: March 1, 2027

Amount

100% of demonstrated need met. Tuition-free for families earning under $200,000

Location

Cambridge, MA

Cost

Free

Class level

Community college, Freshman, Sophomore

MIT's fall-entry transfer round (deadline March 1, 2027) is open to all students regardless of citizenship, and MIT is need-blind and full-need for everyone, including international and undocumented applicants. Spring entry is limited to U.S. citizens and permanent residents.

Why it matters

A need-blind, full-need STEM transfer path with no citizenship requirement for the fall round: very few universities offer this to international transfers.

Who can apply

U.S. citizensGreen-card holdersDACA / TPSUndocumented studentsInternational students (F-1 and other visas)Refugees and asylees

MIT's deadlines page says only U.S. citizens and permanent residents may apply through spring entry. Fall entry is open to everyone. MIT's aid page says it is one of the very few institutions in the United States that are need-blind and full-need, and admits students from around the world regardless of their financial circumstances. MIT's FAQ confirms undocumented students may apply.

Eligibility

At least two and no more than five full-time terms completed at an accredited college, community college or technical institute by the time of entry. SAT or ACT required (test by March 31). Two college-instructor recommendations (one in math or science) and a School Official Report. One application per entry year.

What you need

• 2 to 5 full-time college terms by entry
• SAT or ACT required
• Two college-instructor recommendations
• School Official Report
• $75 fee or fee waiver

How to apply

Create an account in the MIT application portal, submit the MIT Transfer Application with essays, upload all transcripts, add two college-instructor recommenders and a school official, send SAT or ACT scores, and file the aid application by February 15.

Fall 2027 entry deadline March 1, 2027. Financial aid application due February 15. $75 fee or fee waiver.