Hey everyone! I'm getting ready to apply to MIT and I want to make sure my application is as strong as possible. What can I expect from the MIT supplement and what sort of questions do they usually ask?
Hey there! It's great to hear that you're applying to MIT. For the MIT supplement, you'll find a set of short-answer and essay questions. Their goal is to get to know you better as a person and a student, so make sure to answer authentically and thoughtfully.
CollegeVine has an article with breakdowns of all the MIT prompts, which you can find here: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-mit-application-essays
Make sure to provide concrete details and examples in your responses, and try to connect your experiences to MIT's values, culture, or specific opportunities they offer. Showing that you understand what makes MIT unique and how you'd fit into their community will make your application even stronger. Best of luck with your application!
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