Frequently Asked Questions: First-year application

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• FAQ / COVID-19

  What if my application is disrupted by a major event beyond my control?

  If your ability to apply to MIT has been affected by disasters or other serious disruptions—severe weather, military conflicts, humanitarian emergencies, infrastructure failures, civil unrest, or other crises—please know that…
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  May I include supplementary materials with my application?

  Our admissions process is designed to be completed online. Note that all materials that are not already electronic are scanned and uploaded; we cannot process non-scannable materials such as CDs,…
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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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  How much is the application fee?

  The first-year application fee is $75, payable online with a credit card when you submit your application. We understand that paying college application fees presents a hardship for some families.…
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  Does MIT have any age limits?

  We don’t have any age limits or restrictions. If you’ve been away from high school for a while, we would expect to see the results of your standardized tests, Secondary…
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  Do I have to submit my final grades?

  Most students apply to college at the beginning of their last year of high school, so final grades aren’t available. Only admitted students are required to submit their final grades.…
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  Does MIT consider legacy?

  MIT doesn’t consider legacy or alumni relations in our admissions process. If you’d like to read more about this policy, check out the blog Just to Be Clear: We Don’t Do…
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  How does MIT select students for admission?

  The selection process at MIT is holistic and student centered: each application is evaluated within its unique context. No school, state, or regional quotas are applied; neither is preference given…
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  Where can I find info on Graduate Admissions/Masters/PhD?

  The Office of Undergraduate Admissions handles first-year and transfer admissions. To pursue graduate study at MIT, you need to apply to one of our departmental programs(opens in new window). Each…
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  Does MIT offer a foundation year?

  MIT does not offer a foundation year program. Students currently enrolled in a foundation year program may apply for first-year admission if their foundation year is not considered the first…
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  Do I have to submit a school profile?

  Your school counselor (or equivalent) should submit the Secondary School Report and transcript. Most counselors also attach a letter of recommendation and a School Profile, describing your school’s curriculum and…
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  How do I apply as a permanent resident?

  All students must complete the MIT application with their current citizenship status. In the MIT first-year admissions process, you are considered a U.S. citizen if you currently hold a United…
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  Where can my school counselor find helpful information?

  Thank you for all of the good work you do for our awesome applicants! We understand what a daunting task it is for school counselors to meet all of the…
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  What should I do if I’m deferred?

  If you’re deferred during Early Action consideration, you don’t need to “improve” your application, or redo/edit/modify your application. The only thing we ask is that you submit the February Updates…
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  Can I defer my enrollment?

  If you’re admitted to MIT, you may defer enrollment for one or two years. After confirming your intent to enroll in MIT’s first-year class, you will be asked to submit…
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  When are decisions announced?

  Decisions will be released mid-December for Early Action and mid-March for Regular Action. We’ll email instructions for accessing the decision letters as soon as the official release date(s) and time(s)…
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  Can I apply for first-year admission if I already have a degree?

  MIT doesn’t accept applications for first-year admission if you currently hold an undergraduate degree. Students who have already completed a bachelor’s degree may not apply to MIT for a second…
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  How do I apply to be an Exchange/Special/Visiting student?

  Information on Special Student admissions is handled through the MIT Office of Graduate Admissions. If you’ve completed one year of full-time study at your home university and are interested in…
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  Do I have to send an official college transcript?

  Applicants who have completed college coursework are asked to submit an official transcript. An official transcript submitted during the application process will be recorded as “College Transcript” in our database.…
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  Does MIT prefer public school or private school?

  MIT receives diverse and interesting applications from students in every type of school: public, private, religious, charter, and home school. We understand that high schools have different offerings and families…