At MIT, you can retire as early as 55, if you meet the criteria.
Many members of the community look forward to working a decade or two longer. What's important is being prepared to retire, whenever it works for you. The Institute offers retirement plans as well as support for your life after MIT.
The MIT Personnel Policy Manual outlines the official rules and regulations for retiring from the Institute.
Explore the work of the MIT AgeLab, which is developing innovations for improving quality of life in older adults. You can even participate in one of their research projects.
Take advantage of generous matching contributions on MIT's 401(k) plan. Learn about the Basic Retirement plan, and the Retiree Medical plan.
