Massachusetts Institute of Technology was founded in 186 1, and its early days were mainly applied science and engineering. After World War II, the demand for R&D relying on American defense technology rose rapidly. During World War II and the Cold War, MIT researchers made great contributions to the development of science and technology such as computer, radar and inertial navigation system.
MIT ranks first in QS World University, second in American News World University, fourth in academic ranking of world universities and fifth in Times Higher Education World University 202 1-22. At the same time, in 2020, the reputation of Times Higher Education World University ranked second in the world.
Professional setting:
The engineering department of MIT is the most famous department with the largest number of applicants and the most "difficult to read". Won the American postgraduate course championship for seven consecutive years, among which electronic engineering is the most famous, followed by mechanical engineering. Karl Willenbrock, executive director of the American Institute of Engineering Education, once said, "If MIT suddenly disappears, national security will be worrying. They are the IBM of engineering. "
MIT's MBA program in Si Long Business School is world-renowned, and it is one of the top business schools in the prestigious Magic Seven School (M7) in the United States, especially famous for its entrepreneurial courses and entrepreneurial culture.
Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-MIT