While we can’t recommend specific classes, you may want to compare the courses offered at your institution to MIT’s by referring to the MIT Bulletin (course and degree catalog). You’ll find descriptions of MIT’s academic programs and General Institute Requirements (GIRs) here. If you know what you would like to major in, you may also want to take a look at the courses offered in each department. You may receive credit for subjects of study that are substantially equivalent to corresponding MIT subjects.
Are there other classes I should take beyond the recommended coursework?
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I’m taking college classes, do I apply for transfer admission?
The transfer process is intended for students who have finished high school and completed at least one year of college. If you’re still in high school, you’re considered a first-year… -
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Does MIT offer transfer credit?
If you’re admitted, you can expect to receive credit for subjects of study that are substantively equivalent to corresponding MIT subjects. If your academic record doesn’t appear to merit credit… -
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Am I eligible to apply for transfer admission?
MIT admits a small number of interesting, talented transfer students every year. Unfortunately, we’re very limited to how many students we can accept. Students who will have completed at least… -
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Can I apply for transfer admission if I’m a first-year college student?
Yes, because you finished high school and will complete two terms of college by the time you enter MIT in the fall, you are eligible to apply as a transfer… -
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Can I apply if I’ve completed more than 2.5 years of college?
Students who at the time of entry to MIT will have completed more than two and a half years (i.e., five terms) of college may not be eligible because of…