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• FAQ / First-year application

  Can I request that my scores not be considered after submitting my application?

  Scores cannot be redacted from applications after they have been submitted. We encourage you to look at this blog post to better understand the rationale and details of our testing requirement…
• FAQ / Testing

  Does MIT accept results from the old SAT?

  We will accept all test formats, including all test results from exams taken before the new SAT. While MIT does not require either the ACT writing section or SAT optional…
• FAQ / First-year application

  How can I explain the context of my grades/scores, and/or provide additional information?

  On the application, there are designated spaces to provide additional context on how the pandemic or other circumstances may have disrupted your coursework, access to testing, and extracurricular activities. If you feel it…
• FAQ / Testing

  How does MIT consider test scores? Does MIT Superscore?

  We will require the SAT or the ACT from first year and transfer applicants applying in the 2022–23 cycle and beyond. Read more about how we came to this decision. Standardized…
• FAQ / First-year application

  How does MIT use my test scores?

  MIT uses a holistic admissions process, so test scores are just one factor among many for evaluating your preparedness for MIT. Test scores are evaluated alongside other components of the…