Could anyone point me in the direction of some MIT essay examples? I'm just trying to get a better understanding of what they're looking for in terms of content and style. Thanks!
You're in luck, because CollegeVine has a blog post containing not only examples of some strong MIT essays, but also breakdowns of what makes them successful and anything that could have been done even better: https://blog.collegevine.com/mit-essay-examples/. Their blog also has a separate post explaining how to tackle the current supplemental essay prompts for MIT: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-mit-application-essays/.
Generally speaking, MIT values creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving abilities, as well as a commitment to making a difference in the world. As such, your essays should reflect these values.
If you're unsure whether they're coming across, consider utilizing CollegeVine's Free Peer Essay Review tool, or submitting your essay for a paid review by an expert college admissions advisor through CollegeVine's marketplace. While your teachers, parents, and peers are also great resources for feedback, sometimes having someone who doesn't already know you take a look at your essay can help you more objectively evaluate how effectively you're communicating your points.
Good luck with your MIT application!
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