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MIT Sloan School of Management

  • July 3, 2025
Admitix Editorial Team
MIT Sloan School of Management - Admitix

MIT Sloan, ranked #4 in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2025, is globally renowned for its strength in analytics, entrepreneurship, and innovation. For Indian students with STEM, data, or product backgrounds, Sloan offers a future-focused MBA that blends theory and tech-enabled action.

Here’s what you need to know:

Why Indian Students Choose MIT Sloan

FeatureWhy It Matters
Part of MIT EcosystemAccess to world-class research in AI, ML, sustainability
STEM-Designated MBA3-year OPT eligibility
Entrepreneurial Leadership30%+ pursue startups or tech PM roles
Quantitative EdgeIdeal for engineers, analysts, coders, product managers
MIT Global Startup Labs & SandboxStrong support for innovation, even in India & APAC
Diverse, Global Cohort~40% international students; strong Indian representation

Program Snapshot

  • Degree: MBA (2 years, full-time)
  • Class Size: ~409 students
  • Median GMAT: 730
  • Average Age: 28
  • Average Work Experience: 5 years
  • Known for: Innovation, analytics, entrepreneurship, systems thinking

Cost of MBA at MIT Sloan (2025)

ExpenseApprox. Cost (USD/year)
Tuition$84,000
Living, Books, Insurance$30,000
Total Yearly Cost~$114,000
2-Year Estimate: ₹1.9 – ₹2.1 crore

Scholarships for Indian Students at MIT Sloan

  • MIT Sloan Fellowships (merit + need-based)
  • Legatum Fellowship (for entrepreneurship in emerging markets)
  • External: JN Tata Endowment, Inlaks, Narotam Sekhsaria, Fulbright-Nehru
  • MIT Public Service Center funding for social innovation

Admission Criteria (Indian Applicants)

RequirementDetail
GMAT/GREGMAT median ~730 (GRE accepted)
Essays1 cover letter + 1 video statement
LORs1 professional reference
TOEFL/IELTSRequired if UG not fully in English
InterviewInvitation-only; behavioral style, often with adcom

MIT values applicants who are humble, intellectually curious, and impact-driven.

Career Outcomes & ROI

MetricData
Avg. Base Salary$160,000
Median Bonus$30,000
Top SectorsTech, Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Sustainability
RecruitersAmazon, BCG, Google, McKinsey, Tesla, Adobe, Stripe

Many Sloan grads work in product roles, tech strategy, or launch ventures of their own.

Why MIT Sloan for Indian Applicants

  • Especially strong fit for engineers, IT professionals, and tech entrepreneurs
  • STEM MBA unlocks longer stay-back in the US
  • Brand credibility in India’s startup and analytics ecosystems
  • MIT’s culture encourages collaboration, humility, and experimentation
  • Tight-knit, elite alumni community in India, Singapore, Dubai, and the Bay Area

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FAQs – MIT Sloan School of Management

Q. Do I need a tech background to apply to Sloan?
Not necessarily, but Sloan attracts and supports many tech-savvy profiles. Product managers, engineers, and analysts fit well.

Q. Is Sloan’s MBA STEM-designated?
Yes. That means Indian graduates can stay in the US for up to 3 years without H1B.

Q. Does Sloan offer dual degree options?
Yes, with Engineering, Urban Studies, Public Policy, and joint Harvard programs.

Q. What is the average GMAT score?
Median GMAT is 730, but Sloan takes a holistic approach.

Q. Can Sloan grads return to India for startup/VC roles?
Absolutely. Sloan’s network in Indian VC, fintech, edtech, and sustainability sectors is strong.