Hi all! I was wondering if MIT considers demonstrated interest in the admissions process. Is there any way I can show my interest in MIT to help my chances, or do they not care about such things? Appreciate any insight!
Hi there! MIT does not use demonstrated interest as a factor in their admissions process. Instead, they focus on the strength of an applicant's academic and extracurricular achievements, personal qualities, and other factors that speak to a student's fit for their community.
While visiting campus, attending events, or communicating with admissions officers won't directly improve your chances, these experiences can teach you more about MIT's specific offerings and overall culture, which can help you craft more thoughtful, well-researched essays. Ultimately, though, the best way to improve your chances at MIT is to present your best self through an excellent transcript, impressive extracurriculars, personal essays, thoughtful recommendation letters, and so on, which together will highlight why you would be not just a good fit, but an exceptional fit for the MIT community. Good luck!
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