MIT's my dream school, but man it's intimidating... Does anyone know what the average GPA of admitted students looks like? FYI, I'm currently rocking a 4.0 weighted with some rigorous AP and IB courses. Thank you!
MIT is indeed a competitive institution, and it's great that you're doing your research. While MIT itself does not explicitly state an average GPA of admitted students, we can infer from their competitive nature and rigorous academic standards that the majority of accepted students have very high GPAs.
When viewed on a 4.0 scale, many successful applicants typically have unweighted GPAs of 3.95 or above, with a significant number boasting a perfect 4.0. Of course, brainpower alone won't get you in, so MIT also looks at other things like the course rigor, your test scores, and other unique aspects of your application.
Long story short, your current 4.0 weighted GPA is a promising start! Just remember, it's the overall narrative of your application—your passion, creativity, and dedication to research or other scholarly pursuits—that will help you stand out. Good luck!
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