The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has a complex history with regards to Black individuals. In its early years, MIT did not admit Black students due to pervasive racism and segregation in the United States. However, the first Black student to graduate from MIT was Robert Taylor in 1892 with a degree in architecture.

Throughout the 20th century, MIT saw an increase in the number of Black students, faculty, and staff, although they still faced discrimination and challenges on campus. In the 1960s and 1970s, Black students at MIT organized and advocated for greater diversity, representation, and inclusion on campus.

In more recent years, MIT has implemented various initiatives to support diversity and inclusion, including the Black Students' Union, the Black Graduate Student Association, and the Office of Minority Education. MIT continues to work towards creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment for Black students, faculty, and staff.