Hey, so everyone talks about MIT being super competitive. I'm wondering, does MIT have an Early Decision acceptance to try and boost chances of getting in or it's just the regular admissions route?
MIT follows a slightly different admissions schedule compared to other colleges. They offer an "Early Action" (EA) program, which is non-binding, rather than an Early Decision (ED) program. In an EA program, you will receive your admissions decision earlier (around mid-December for MIT), but unlike ED, you are not obligated to attend if accepted. This means you can apply to other colleges and compare financial aid packages before making your final decision by May 1.
It's important to remember though that applying EA doesn't necessarily increase your chances of admission. It may give you the advantage of having your application reviewed earlier, but the acceptance rates can sometimes be misleading, as the pool of early applicants often includes exceptional students who are strongly committed to MIT. It still definitely comes down to the strength of your application overall! Good luck!
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