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Massachusetts Institute of Technology off-campus housing
MIT in Kendall Square, Cambridge. One in three grad students is international. Sloan, EECS, and Mathematics see especially large Chinese and Indian populations.
~33% international students · Top nationalities: China, India, South Korea
Best neighborhoods for MIT students
Cambridge
Cambridge is home to Harvard and MIT. Harvard Square, Central Square, and Kendall Square are all packed with international graduate students.
$1,700 – $5,500/mo
Somerville
Somerville (Davis, Porter, Union Square) is the cheaper Cambridge-adjacent option for Harvard and MIT grad students. Heavy student population.
$1,500 – $3,800/mo
Central Square
Central Square sits between MIT and Harvard on the Red Line — popular with international PhD and grad students for the price + walkability.
$1,600 – $4,000/mo
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Frequently asked questions
Where do most MIT international students live off-campus?
Most international students live in Cambridge, Somerville, Central Square, all within a short commute of MIT.
Does MIT have on-campus housing for grad students?
MIT offers limited on-campus housing for graduate students, with most international students moving off-campus. Off-campus is usually more flexible and often cheaper.
Can I get an apartment without US credit history near MIT?
Yes. Many landlords near MIT accept international students with proof of program admission, and we partner with guarantor services for the rest.