A traditional college student is defined as being between the ages of 18-21. At MIT, 35.9% of undergraduate students fall into that category, compared to the national average of 60%.
| Student Age Group | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 25-29 | 3,541 | 29.8% |
| 22-24 | 2,562 | 21.6% |
| 20-21 | 2,190 | 18.4% |
| 18-19 | 2,077 | 17.5% |
| 30-34 | 909 | 7.6% |
| 35 and over | 512 | 4.3% |
| Under 18 | 95 | 0.8% |
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