Massachusetts Institute of Technology application deadlines 2026–27

Massachusetts · For fall 2027 entry

By Claire Whitaker Last updated November 4, 2026 How we check facts Use is subject to the terms: check each date with the school

In short

MIT's next deadline is Regular Decision on January 4, 2027. MIT offers Early Action, which is not binding.

Deadlines

November 1, 2026

Passed

Decision: mid-December

January 4, 2027

60 days left

Decision: mid-March

February 15, 2027

102 days left

CSS Profile and FAFSA

Application deadlineFinancial aid deadlineDecision or reply (approximate)

College	Early plan	Regular decision
Massachusetts Institute of Technology	EA	January 4, 2027
Boston University	ED, ED II	January 5, 2027
Harvard University	REA	January 1, 2027
Duke University	ED	January 4, 2027
Northwestern University	ED	January 4, 2027

Does MIT have early decision?

No. MIT offers Early Action, which is not binding.

Does MIT have early action?

Yes. Early Action: apply by November 1, 2026.

When is the MIT regular decision deadline?

January 4, 2027, for fall 2027 entry.

When does MIT release decisions?

Early Action: mid-December. Regular Decision: mid-March.

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