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Whether you’re a prospective student or a tourist visiting the Boston area, we invite you to explore our dynamic campus and experience firsthand how MIT is making a better world .

MIT is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, across the Charles River from Boston. The main entrance is 77 Massachusetts Avenue.

For maps and questions, stop by the Information Center in Room 7-121, inside the main entrance on the right. Office hours are 9–5, Monday–Friday, excluding legal and Institute holidays .

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Campus tours and information sessions, getting here and getting around, while you’re here.

MIT's main entrance, 77 Massachusetts Avenue. 

MIT Undergraduate Admissions runs information sessions and tours for prospective students Monday through Friday. Campus tours are open to the general public and are led by current students. You can also stroll the campus on your own using our self-guided walking tour.

Prospective undergraduate students

Prospective graduate students usually arrange visits through the department they’re applying to, though MIT Sloan and select departments within the School of Engineering offer tours

General public

Group tours

Self-guided walking tour [link when ready]

When navigating to campus, use the address for MIT’s main entrance, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge . We recommend that you take public transportation or a taxi/rideshare service to campus.

Via public transportation

Boston’s public transportation system is the MBTA , known as “the T.”

Subway : Take the Red Line subway to the Kendall/MIT station or to the Central Square station. Kendall/MIT is the closest stop to the campus; the walk from Central Square takes about 10 minutes.

Bus : The #1 bus stops at MIT on Massachusetts Avenue and provides transportation between Harvard Square and Dudley Square (in Boston). The CT1 bus is similar to the #1 bus but has a shorter route and limited stops; it runs along Mass. Ave. from Central Square to Boston Medical Center.

Shuttle : The EZ Ride shuttle runs to and from Boston’s North Station, with stops at Kendall Square and around MIT’s campus (Note: EZRide is not operated by the MBTA; fare is $2 cash per trip).

From Logan Airport

Taxi or rideshare : Taxi fare from the airport is about $35–$40, and a rideshare service can range from about $20–$35. During non-rush hour, the ride will take about 15 minutes; during rush hour, it may take 30 minutes or more.

Subway : From any terminal at Logan Airport, take the Silver Line bus to South Station. At South Station, change to the Red Line subway to Kendall/MIT (inbound toward Alewife). The ride should take about 30 minutes.

Parking in Cambridge and Boston can be expensive and hard to find. Whenever possible, park your car at your hotel and use public transportation [link to public transportation above] or a taxi/rideshare service. If you must drive to the campus, on- and off-street parking is available for a fee, but most public parking is not very close to the center of campus. More parking information is available from Parkopedia .

• Visiting prospective students may park in designated areas on a first-come, first-served basis.

Other resources

• Accessibility map
• Self-guided walking tour map

There is plenty to see and do, both on campus and in the greater Boston area.

On the MIT campus

Stop by  Killian Court and the Great Dome , one of the most iconic spots on campus.

Take in the galleries and exhibits at the MIT Museum , where art, science, and technology intersect.

Explore public art on campus , including works by Picasso, Calder, and other major artists.

Visit the List Visual Arts Center , MIT’s contemporary arts museum.

Admire students’ creative work at the Wiesner Student Art Gallery .

Browse MIT’s special collections, including historical documents, rare books, and maps, at the Maihaugen Gallery of the MIT Libraries .

Learn about nautical engineering at the Hart Nautical Gallery , which houses one of the most important collections of nautical materials in the country.

Witness the work being done at the cutting edge of cancer research at the Koch Institute Public Galleries .

Delight in a display of hacks on the Charles M. Vest Student Street in the Stata Center .

Shop at the MIT Coop for MIT-branded apparel and other souvenirs.

Around Cambridge and Boston

Trace the footsteps of Boston’s founders on the Freedom Trail .

Quack your way through a duck tour .

Visit Fenway Park , home of the Boston Red Sox.

Learn about the life and presidency of John F. Kennedy at his namesake library.

Appreciate the classics at the Museum of Fine Arts , or get some hands-on learning at the Museum of Science .

Climb to the top of the Bunker Hill Monument for a panoramic view of Boston.

• Where to eat
• Where to stay

Welcome! 

To request a tour for a group of 6–50 people, please select a visit day from the calendar and fill out the form with your info. And that’s it! Your request will be reviewed by an admissions staff member and you will be contacted within 3–5 business days with an update on the status of your request. 

Please note that submitting a request is not a confirmation of your tour. We will email you with the status of your request.

Please note that all campus visitors are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated, including a booster shot for eligible individuals, unless they have a religious or medical exemption. All visitors to campus must follow  MIT’s Covid policies .

No walk-in availability:  All visitors must be pre-registered to attend Admissions programming. Walk-in visitors will be provided with a self-guided walking tour map. 

Private group fees:  Your group visit may incur a fee. If we are able to accommodate your request, we’ll send you an invoice with a link to a secure website to make your payment. Please note that we are only able to accept credit card payments through this website. Final confirmation of your tour will be sent after the payment has been received. 

There is no charge for U.S. school groups or nonprofits when reserved by a teacher or counselor. Cancellations and refunds   Cancellations must be received no later than two business days before your scheduled tour date in order to receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received within two business days of the scheduled tour date, or for groups who arrive late and are not able to be accommodated for their scheduled tour.  Full refunds will be offered in the case of an Institute-wide closure or a sick or otherwise unavailable tour guide.

• Pre-registration
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• Graduate requirements
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Schedule of classes

• Class lists
• Prerequisite reports
• Request a final exam
• Conflict exams
• First year core exams
• Advanced Standing Examinations
• Listener status (auditing)
• First year grading
• Flexible P/NR Grading Option
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• Repeating a subject
• Incomplete work
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• Giving constructive feedback
• Custom question guidelines
• 1 Preferences
• 2 Teaching Data
• 3 Question Management
• 4 Evaluate Subjects
• Report access & use of data
• History & oversight
• Rules for conducting classes
• Managing limited-enrollment subjects
• Managing CI-H/HW subjects
• Non-Registrar rooms
• Equipment policies
• Event registration
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• Current projects
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• Proposing a major
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• Proposing a HASS subject
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• Proposing a CI-H/HW subject
• Proposing a CI-M subject
• Cross-listed
• Equivalent with Scheduling Relationship (EQSR)
• School-wide elective
• Special subjects
• Subjects involving digital content
• Prerequisites & corequisites
• Calculating instructional units
• Style guide
• Naming a subject
• Title guidelines: special subjects
• Transcript titles: standard abbreviations
• Subject descriptions
• Catalog & schedule coordinators
• Funded projects
• How to apply
• Additional funding sources
• How to nominate
• Former Fellows
• Event archive
• About Margaret MacVicar
• Program supporters
• 1 Introduction
• 2 Subjects: General Issues
• 3 Subjects: GIR Subjects
• 4 Subjects: The Communication Requirement
• 5 Subjects: First-Year Advising Seminars
• 6 Subjects: ROTC Subjects
• 7 Subjects: IAP Subjects
• 8 Subjects: Enrollment Management
• 9 Guidelines for Preparing Subject Proposals
• 10 Curricula: Majors
• 11 Curricula: Minors
• 12 Petitions
• 13 CoC as Advisory Body to Registrar
• 14 Appendix: Excerpts from Rules and Regulations of the Faculty Regarding Degrees
• 15 Appendix: Excerpts from Rules and Regulations of the Faculty Regarding Grades
• 16 Appendix: Degree Programs - Table of Required Votes
• 17 Appendix: Guidelines for Subject Numbering
• Meeting schedule
• Institute Laboratory substitution
• Restricted Elective in Science and Technology (REST) substitution
• CUP reports

What you need to know

The locations and times of all classes, including labs and recitations, are available in the Subject Listing & Schedule . Listings are published for summer and fall in late April, and for IAP and spring in late November.

View the Subject Listing & Schedule

Some key points to remember:

• Download a PDF version of the spring classroom schedule (updated 2/26/2024).
• For personalized student schedules generated after pre-registration, visit Understanding Your Schedule .
• Review the MIT Bulletin for additional information about courses and requirements.

Visiting Students FAQ

• How do I apply to be a Visiting Student?
• How Long can I stay?

What is the minimum number of weeks I can stay?

What documents do i need to submit as part of the application to be a visiting student, what visa status does an international student need to be a visiting student, am i required to be vaccinated for covid-19, am i required to be vaccinated for the flu, what kind of health insurance do i need, can i take classes, can i conduct research off of mit’s campus, will mit provide housing during my visit, what should i do if my dates change or if i need to extend my visit, how much does it cost, how do i pay my bill, can i be paid by my host group, what should i do when i arrive, how do i register for each term, additional information for international visiting students, visiting student fee structure, how do i apply to be a visiting student at mit.

• Students who are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an institution of higher education other than MIT and have been invited by an MIT department or laboratory/center to do research in their fields of study may apply for visiting student status.
• There is no central application to apply as a visiting student. Instead, individual faculty members must invite visiting students to their lab to engage in research.
• Current MIT regular or special students, or MIT students who have withdrawn or are on a leave of absence, cannot apply for visiting student status.
• The International Students Office (ISO) coordinates all student visits and processes all visa documents for international Visiting Students. The ISO can be consulted for more information.

How long can I stay?

• The maximum visit length is 12 months with the exception for Harvard and Wellesley students, and students coming to MIT with a newly hired faculty member.
• MIT visa sponsorship for participation as a Visiting Student is limited to a maximum of 12 months.
• Visiting students will be admitted for the period of time specified in the initial invitation letter with appointments beginning on 1st & 15th of a month and ending on the 30th of a month. 
• If the 1st or 15th falls on a weekend or holiday, the visit should start on the next business day (e.g. if the 1st falls on a Saturday, the official visit start date should be Monday, the 3rd.)  Visits start dates should coincide with business days.
• January 2/15
• February 1/15
• August 1/15
• September 2/16
• October 1/15
• November 1/15
• December 2/16
• The duration of the visit must be a minimum of three weeks.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Official Undergraduate and/or Graduate Transcripts
• Completed IPIA
• Mentoring plan acknowledgement
• Signed Visiting Student acknowledgement

What visa do I need if I am an international student?

• Foreign Visiting Students who are pursuing a degree abroad must apply for the J-1 Exchange Visitor visa (Student Non-Degree category) sponsored by MIT. No J-1 Academic Training can be authorized.
• Student’s current visa status must provide eligibility for employment under the visa status.
• Student should consult with the International Student Advisor at the home institution to secure appropriate employment authorization to participate in the MIT Visiting Student Program, and provide written confirmation of Employment Authorization to the MIT ISO.
• International students may NOT be a Visiting Student at MIT in tourist visa status (B-1, B-2, VWT tourist visa waiver, ESTA).
• MIT no longer requires COVID vaccinations for students or employees, but will strongly recommend following CDC guidelines for these vaccinations. As studies continue to show, COVID vaccinations have a proven track record of preventing serious illness.

All students are  required  to receive a flu vaccine this year. Failure to meet the flu vaccination requirement will result in the student’s loss of building access (except their residence hall) and a registration hold for IAP and second-semester classes.

All MIT-sponsored insurance plans will allow you to get your flu vaccine anywhere Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is accepted:

• Get your flu vaccine at a retail pharmacy, like CVS or Walgreens.
• Attend a flu clinic in your community.
• Get the flu vaccine from your primary care provider.
• If you’re an MIT Medical patient, get the flu vaccine from your MIT Medical clinician.

If you have received or plan to receive a flu vaccine off-campus, you must submit proof by uploading appropriate documentation. Visit the Vaccine feature within the MIT Atlas mobile app or  covidvaccine.mit.edu  on the web. Click or tap on “Upload external flu shot” and follow the on-screen instructions.

If you are a student who is eligible for a flu vaccine exemption,  complete this form  and submit it to  [email protected] .

• All visiting students are required to enroll in the MIT Student Health Insurance Plan (MIT SHIP). This plan meets J-1 and Massachusetts State regulations required for International Students specified by the federal regulations for J-1 students. This is included in the Visiting Student monthly fee. (Please note exceptions may only be made for students enrolled at universities and colleges in Massachusetts if they can provide documentation showing that they are enrolled in their home institution’s health insurance plan.)
• A visiting student is a non-degree student who is approved to conduct research on campus for a set duration. Visiting students are not allowed to take classes.
• Regular students are not allowed to change to visiting student status. For more information on special students, visit the Registrar site .
• International visiting student research must be conducted on the MIT campus only.
• Visiting students are not entitled to on-campus housing and, in most cases, should plan to find accommodations off campus. Students may contact Off-Campus Housing for assistance. However, they may apply for any vacancies that exist in the dormitories after the needs of degree students have been met.
• Visiting Students should first consult with their MIT host department regarding any date changes or extensions.. Once approved, international students should work with ISO to update their DS-2019 form.
• See the Visiting Student Fee structure to determine the cost of your visit.
• Visiting students should pay their bill in full, online before arrival. Students will not be registered for their visit dates if they have not paid their Visiting Student Fees prior to their arrival.
• A Visiting Student may receive compensation for work done for the host research group. However, please note that J-1 visa regulations limit the number of hours an International Visiting Student can be paid to 20 HOURS per week including Summer and IAP.  International Visiting Students are not allowed to have any other form of on-campus employment. International Visiting Students are not allowed to have any other employment, on-campus or off-campus, under Federal Regulations.
• Complete iMIT Online Check-In E-Form
• Attend a J-1 Visiting Student Orientation immediately upon arrival in the US.
• Obtain MIT ID Card.
• If an International Visiting Student, Report your SEVIS US Address and SEVIS International Address in WebSIS.
• Although Visiting Students are not allowed to participate in any academic courses, they are required to register for a specific NIV research subject every semester . Students will be automatically registered based on the start and end dates of their approved appointment upon completion of all onboarding and orientation requirements.
• The appointment start date should be at least 90 days from the day ISO receives the required application documents on iMIT . Please note that ISO cannot guarantee the requested start date if the application was received later than the above mentioned time period.
• Passport Information
• Letter of Enrollment from your home institution documenting current enrollment in a degree program, expected graduation date, and good academic standing.
• Upload Invitation Letter from your MIT Host Department
• Address Information
• Please note that at least 51% of funding of the total cost of attendance must come from a source other than personal or family funds.
• Additional information about funding requirements can be found here: https://iso.mit.edu/getting-started/requesting-an-i-20-or-ds-2019/financial-documentation-requirements/
• International Students who require visa sponsorship from MIT must demonstrate funds covering the expected expenses (including estimated monthly living costs and Visiting Student Fees) during their visit. See Estimated Expenses on the ISO website.
• Please note that international Visiting Students are eligible to arrive to the U.S. in J-1 status up to 30 days prior to the Start Date on the Form DS-2019 and are required to attend the mandatory J-1 Visiting Student Orientation no later than 10 days from the appointment start date at MIT. Research activity cannot begin until the start date listed on the Form DS-2019. If there are any changes to the Start Date, the MIT host department or inviting MIT faculty member MUST inform the ISO and student so that a new Form DS-2019 can be issued. Students who fail to attend the orientation within this 10-day period will risk losing their immigration status.

Visiting Students are subject to a monthly Visiting Student Fee that includes research,  enrollment in the MIT Student Health Insurance Plan (MIT SHIP), and student life fees for the time of their stay. The monthly fee entitles visiting students to conduct research, use MIT’s fitness facilities, participate in student life programming at the Institute, as well as access to care at MIT Medical. The Visiting Student fee is charged per month regardless of a student start date of the 1st or 15th and is required to be paid in full for the entire appointment, prior to the student’s arrival. For students wishing to enroll family members in health insurance, please consult the Health Plans Office.

In order for the ISO to issue a Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status (Form DS-2019), the student must demonstrate financial support to meet or exceed the following minimum funding requirements for the full period of the student’s appointment. Please review the estimated expenses for the 2023-2024 Academic Year as well as the Visiting Student Fee chart for other optional fees.

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The Visiting Fellows Program is a customized course of study for students, professionals, and MIT alumni with the freedom to explore all that MIT Sloan has to offer.

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The MIT Sloan Visiting Fellows Program is a customized course of study that provides students, professionals, and MIT alumni the freedom to explore all that MIT Sloan has to offer, as well as courses across the Institute, while cultivating the skills and tools required to generate impact where it matters most. The Visiting Fellows Program provides access to an unparalleled education model that offers Fellows the flexibility to glean what they need to know now from the world's leading research institution in an expedited timeframe. We invite you to plug in to the MIT and Kendall Square ecosystem, level up your professional knowledge and leadership skills, and energize your network by connecting with industry leaders, innovators, and world-renowned faculty. Upon completion of the program, Visiting Fellows receive a certificate from MIT Sloan and affiliate status.

Applications are due by April 15, 2024, 5 pm ET, for the Fall '24 semester. 

Unlike a traditional degree program, there are no course requirements. Visiting Fellows come to MIT with the freedom to pursue their academic and professional goals, such as developing new skills in global entrepreneurship, broadening understanding of strategic innovation, or exploring international finance and capital markets. Visiting Fellows also participate in student clubs, conferences, and special seminars, and enjoy a wealth of cultural, social, and recreational activities, both on campus and in Cambridge and Boston. 

What makes the MIT Sloan Visiting Fellows Program Unique?

“Providing globally acclaimed resources for students to literally customize curricula for individual goals for successful management, leadership and entrepreneurial disciplines is the core value of our Visiting Fellows’ experience.  Belonging to a Cohort of peers who share this passion to learn, achieve and be challenged, results in a lifetime of support, broadened networks and opportunities.”  David V. Capodilupo | Assistant Dean, MIT Sloan Global Programs

The Visiting Fellows Experience

Hear from Visiting Fellows about Their Time at MIT Sloan.

Program Details

Whether you're an executive seeking leading-edge ideas to advance to the next stage of your career, a student earning a degree elsewhere ready to supercharge your education, or an MIT alumna/alumnus eager to re-engage with the MIT ecosystem and reignite your mind and network, Visiting Fellows allows exploration of all that MIT Sloan has to offer with a relentless focus on generating impact where it matters most.

• Create your own curriculum with a faculty advisor and design a specific course of study for the semester, aligned with your academic and professional goals.
• Take elective courses at MIT Sloan, throughout MIT, and virtual courses at Harvard University. 
• Visiting Fellows take between 27 and 54 credit units, or about four to six courses, throughout the semester.
• For those who decide to stay more than one semester MIT Sloan offers certificate programs in Business Analytics, Healthcare, and Digital Product Management.

The MIT Sloan Visiting Fellows Program is available in the following terms:

Spring: Begins early February through mid-May.

Fall: Begins early September through mid-December. 

Tuition for the Sloan Visiting Fellows Program is $43,250 per semester. A special rate is available for MIT alumni and current students from a  GBSN member school  or MIT Sloan partner school.

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Admissions Criteria

Enrollment in the Visiting Fellows Program does not imply subsequent admission into an MIT degree program. Visiting Fellows typically have one or more university degrees and several years of work experience before they apply to the program. However, outstanding undergraduate students may apply. Visiting Fellows who successfully complete their course of study will receive a program certificate from MIT Sloan.

There are two key steps to the admissions process:

• Application Review: The admissions committee reviews your application materials. Should your application be recommended for admission, the committee will submit your application to faculty advisors who are experts in your areas of interest.
• Acceptance by an Advisor: Faculty advisors review applications recommended by the committee and make the final decisions on admission to the Visiting Fellows Program. As stewards of your academic experience at Sloan, faculty advisors will recommend courses as well as extracurricular academic activities such as seminars and conferences that correspond with your area of study.

Application Materials

A complete application consists of the following materials:

• Application form
• Official academic transcripts
• One letter of recommendation
• Résumé or CV
• Statement of purpose and study objectives
• Video assessment (required for all applicants)
• *English Proficiency Test for International Applicants, with a minimum Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 95, and minimum International Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.5. 

Candidates who have attended an academic program conducted in English for one year may request a TOEFL waiver. If you qualify for this waiver, please email [email protected]  before you submit your application.

Deadlines And Decision Schedule

The Admissions Committee carefully reviews the application of each individual and will notify applicants of their decision by the deadlines listed below. Interview invitations will be extended up until the final decision date. Please note that in the interest of confidentiality, we will only deliver official decisions via email.

The Admissions Committee may not accept applications between October 2 - October 31 and April 16 - April 30 for each application round.  

If a student decides to withdraw from the program, they will be reimbursed as follows:

Prior  to December 1 / June 1:  Full refund

After  December 1 / June 1: No refund of the $10,000 deposit; full refund of additional funds credited towards tuition

After classes start:  No refund of the $10,000 deposit; prorated refund of additional funds credited towards tuition as allowed under the MIT proration policy .

Student Profiles

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Student Profile

Who may apply to MIT Sloan's Visiting Fellows Program:

• Professionals with a minimum of five years of professional experience, or a mix of academic and professional experience.
• MBA students enrolled in one of MIT Sloan’s international collaborative universities.  These students attend the Visiting Fellows Program for one semester to attain academic goals via a specific set of courses focusing on finance, leadership, entrepreneurship and innovation, or other concentrations specific to their needs.
• Exceptional undergraduate students with a proven academic record

Key Attributes

The Visiting Fellows Program is an opportunity for you to build your skills, expand your global leadership network, and define your place in the world. The following are a few attributes that we would like to see in candidates:

• Work in a global environment or demonstrated commitment to a global perspective.
• Pushing boundaries and tackling challenges others might think too difficult to achieve.
• An undergraduate degree (or currently pursuing a masters’ or PhD) or at least five years of professional work experience, or an appropriate mix of both.
• Commitment to a full semester immersion at MIT Sloan, actively engaging with students from other programs.
•  Capability and interest to master a rigorous curriculum.
• Effective English communication, both oral and written. Candidates who have attended an academic program conducted in English for one year may request a TOEFL waiver.

Jan Martin Spreitzenbarth

Sloan visiting fellow student, citizenship, degree and major.

Ph.D. in Business Administration, University of Mannheim

Norah Alkhursany

Sloan visiting fellow.

Saudi Arabia

Degree & Major

Master of Business Administration, Finance, American University of Sharjah

Kela Roberts

Sloan visiting fellow student.

Masters of Medical Sciences & Immunology, Harvard Medical School

Stanislaw Knaflewski

Citizenship, major and degree.

Master of Business Administration, ENSEAD

Spring 2019

DEGREE AND MAJOR

Master of Philosophy in Industrial System, Manufacturing and Management, University of Cambridge, UK

Thomas Gaar

M.A. in Strategy and International Management, St. Gallen University, Switerzland

Marcelo Dutilh

Chile & France

Industrial Engineer with minor in Chemistry, Universidad Católica de Chile, Master of Business Administration, Universidad Adolfo Ibañez, Chile

Lasse Graberg

Master of Management, The Norwegian Defence University College

Registration

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Course Registration

MIT Sloan Visiting Fellows may register for a minimum of 27 units and a maximum of 54 units. Please note that International students may have different requirements based on their current U.S. immigration status/situation. If you are an international student, please contact your  ISO Advisor  directly with any questions regarding what is allowed in relation to your current U.S. immigration status.

International Student Requirements

'f' & 'j' u.s. immigration status information.

Sloan Visiting Fellows (SVF) Students in  ‘F’  U.S. Immigration Status

• If you are a new F-1 international student, who will be studying in the SVF program, then you must be registered full-time (i.e.  27 units or more ). 
• If you are an F-1 international student, who will be studying in the SVF program during your approved U.S. work authorization period (i.e., during Post-Completion OPT or STEM OPT), then  federal regulations  [8 CFR 214.2(f)(10)(ii)(B)]  ONLY   allow for part-time/half-time study (i.e.  26 units or less ). 
• If you are an F-2 Dependent, who will be studying in the SVF program with your F-2 Dependent Status, then  federal regulations   ONLY   allow for part-time/half-time study (i.e.  26 units or less ). 

Sloan Visiting Fellows (SVF) Students in  ‘J’  U.S. Immigration Status

• If you are a new J-1 international student, who will be studying in the SVF program, then you must be registered full-time (i.e.  27 units or more ). 
• If you are a J-1 international student, who will be studying in the SVF program during your approved U.S. work authorization period (i.e., during Post-Completion Academic Training), then federal regulations  ONLY  allow for part-time/half-time study (i.e.  26 units or less ). 
• If you are a J-2 Dependent, who will be studying in the SVF program in J-2 Dependent Status, then  federal regulations  allow for part-time or full-time study (i.e.  54 units or less ).  

Questions?  If you are an international student, please contact your  ISO Advisor  directly regarding what is allowed in relation to your current U.S. immigration status.

Certification and Course Credits

All students who successfully complete the program are issued a certificate from MIT Sloan at the end of the program.

If you are a current degree student at another school, upon successful completion of the Visiting Fellows Program, MIT Sloan will issue a certified transcript for your school.

Program Expenses

The estimated expenses for one semester are:

Tuition  – Please consult program office

$500      – Books, course materials, supplies

$20,000 – 5 months living expenses, single person*

$1,907   – MIT student extended health insurance plan, single person**

*Living expenses are quoted for a single bedroom apartment in the Kendall Square neighborhood surrounding campus. Costs may vary if you share an apartment or live farther away from campus. Visiting Fellows are not eligible for on-campus housing.

**The MIT student health insurance may be waived if you are able to provide other health plan coverage that meets the minimum required per law. If you are an international student, your health plan should meet the minimum insurance visa requirement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any programs that connect prospective applicants with current students.

Of course! We offer many virtual events which give you the chance to get to know current students.  In addition, you can connect with students via our student profile page.

Do you accept transfer credits into the program?

MIT does not accept transfer credits from other schools. If you are currently pursuing a degree, you may be able to transfer the credits earned at MIT to your degree – upon your school’s approval.

What is IAP?

Independent Activities Period  (IAP) is a four-week period in January during which faculty and students are freed from the rigors of regularly scheduled classes for flexible teaching and learning and for independent study and research. IAP Rules For Sloan Visiting Fellows International Students Fall 2022: F and J international students are eligible for IAP, but only during an allowed immigration grace period. This means that if a fall 2022 Sloan Visiting Fellow student will study during IAP, then they must remain  in  the U.S. during their allowed immigration grace period. A student is  not eligible  to enter the U.S. in F/J during their grace period. F students have a  60-day grace period  from the program end date listed on their Form I-20. J students have a  30-day grace period  from the program end date listed on their Form DS-2019. Spring 2023: F and J international students are eligible for IAP under the immigration rule that the students can arrive 30 days before the program start date listed on their immigration document (Form I-20/Form DS-2019). Fall 2022 & Spring 2023: F and J international students studying in fall 2022 and spring 2023 are eligible for IAP.

What is the Class Profile?

Visit the class profile page to learn more about our current students.

What are the admissions criteria and desired qualifications for admission?

General Criteria:  We seek students whose personal characteristics demonstrate that they will make the most of the incredible opportunities at MIT, both academic and non-academic. We are on a quest to find those whose presence will enhance the experience of other students. We seek thoughtful leaders with exceptional intellectual abilities and the drive and determination to put their stamp on the world. We welcome people who are independent, authentic, and fearlessly creative — true doers. We want people who can redefine solutions to conventional problems, and strive to preempt unconventional dilemmas with cutting-edge ideas. We demand integrity and respect passion.

Desired Qualifications:  The Admissions Committee looks for applicants with demonstrated academic excellence, proven personal achievement, and strong self-motivation to make an impact and to inspire, no matter where they are in an organization. High academic potential and personal achievement are typically reflected in test scores, academic records, and recommendations that go beyond a polite endorsement.

How does the admissions process work?

Our professionally trained Admissions Committee reviews all applications after the application deadline. Based on our initial assessment, a subset of applicants are invited to interview. 

Are some parts of the application weighted more than others?

Your application will be reviewed in full and holistically. We carefully consider all application materials submitted. No single component is more or less important than another.

Does MIT Sloan have rolling admissions? Are there advantages to applying early?

MIT Sloan does not have rolling admissions. Applications are reviewed after each deadline, October 1 for spring and April 1 for fall.

Can I apply in multiple application rounds?

You can only apply once per year. You’ll have to decide which round is best for you.

Is it possible to waive the application fee?

We offer fee waivers to the following applicants:

• Active U.S. military personnel
• Current Teach for America members
• Current Peace Corps members
• Forté MBA Launch participants
• MLT and Jumpstart Fellows
• MIT Sloan Global Program partnerships
• Luksic Scholars Foundation

Applicants who qualify must send an email to [email protected] asking for the application fee waiver. Please note that we cannot grant retroactive fee waivers if the application fee has already been paid online.

Do you compare all international applicants against one another?

No. All applications are individually reviewed in accordance with our evaluation standards.

Who reads applications and are interviews conducted?

Our Admissions Committee is comprised of professional staff members within the MIT community. The admissions committee will review your application and interviews may be conducted if the committee requires more information. 

Do you offer deferrals?

We will consider requests for deferral on a case-by-case basis.

Do I need to mail in copies of my transcripts?

You will be required to scan your unofficial transcripts and submit them as part of your online application.

Should I include non-degree coursework in my application?

Yes! If you have taken non-degree coursework that you would like the admissions committee to consider, please upload the relevant transcripts.

If my transcript is not in English, does it need to be translated?

We require both the original version and an unofficial translation of all transcripts, if not already in English. If your university is able to do this, we will accept that as well.

Do I need to convert my GPA? What if I did my undergraduate studies outside of the U.S.?

You do not need to convert your GPA for the online application. Simply enter in the grading system used by your school. We are familiar with the various grading systems and can evaluate it on our end. 

How relevant are previous academic grades to get admitted to the program?

All of your previous academic work is important to us, and we consider it all in the evaluation process.

Is the GMAT/GRE required?

The GMAT and GRE are not required.

Should I submit a GMAT/GRE score if I already have one?

Yes. If you have a valid or expired test score, please include that as part of your application.

Is the TOEFL required to apply to the Visiting Fellows program?

If your native language is not English, you must demonstrate proficiency by taking either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the test provided by the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The required minimum TOEFL score is 95, and the required minimum IELTS score is 7.5. 

Candidates who have attended an academic program conducted in English for one year may request a TOEFL waiver. If you qualify for this waiver, please email  [email protected]  before you submit your application.

Why is there a video response question as part of the application?

Applicants will be prompted to record a video response to a randomly generated, open-ended question as a part of the required application materials. This video will appear as a page within the application, once the other parts of your application are completed.

The assessment is designed to help us get to know you better; to see how you express yourself and to assess fit with the MIT Sloan culture. It does not require prior preparation and will not be a technical question.

Applicants are given one minute to prepare a one-minute response to the question.

Does MIT offer scholarships or fellowships to Visiting Fellow students?

Due to the non-degree nature of the program, the MIT Sloan Visiting Fellows program does not provide scholarships or fellowships.

Does the Visiting Fellows program assist international students in obtaining a visa?

International students qualify for a student visa and MIT will issue a certificate of eligibility for you and your dependents (if applicable) to visit the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate to apply for the corresponding visa.

Can Visiting Fellow students access the (CDO) Career Development Office?

The MIT Sloan CDO team only supports degree students and Visiting Fellow students may not obtain help in seeking career services from their team. The Visiting Fellows program also does not provide employment authorization upon program completion.

Can Visiting Fellow students apply to an MIT degree program?

You have the freedom to apply for any program at MIT that you may feel is the right fit for you. Each program has its own admissions committee that will review your candidacy.

Is it possible to earn a track certificate while attending the Visiting Fellows program?

You may choose to focus on your specific academic area of interest. MIT Sloan offers various certificate programs which Visiting Fellow students may take advantage while attending the program. Some of the most popular certificate programs are the Sustainability, Business Analytics, Digital Product Management and Healthcare. Some of these certificate programs may require you to attend two semesters, while the sustainability certificate can be completed in full during the spring semester. To learn more about the certificate programs, please visit the MBA curriculum.

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