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FAQ / Academics and research
Can first-year students conduct research?
Research at MIT aims to develop innovative solutions to the world’s most daunting challenges. From addressing the energy needs of tomorrow to improving cancer therapies, MIT’s research efforts are enhanced through -
FAQ / Life and culture
Did an MIT grad start Khan Academy?
Salman Khan '96 (18 & 6 and Class President!) and MEng '98, started the online learning phenomenon in 1993 when he started tutoring his cousin, Nadia, in math over the internet. By the end of 2006, more -
FAQ / First-year application
How does the MIT admissions process work?
the details can add a lot of stress to the waiting period, so we -
FAQ / First-year application
How do I fill out the self-reported coursework?
Use your best judgment when completing the Self-Reported Coursework section. We're simply trying to get a clear picture of your academic preparation by subject area—you can't do anything wrong when completing the form -
FAQ / International applicants
What if I’m waiting for my green card?
application process you may send a copy of your green card via the application -
FAQ / Interview
What if my interview is waived?
. The interview is not a required component of the application, and the -
FAQ / First-year application
How does MIT use my name and preferred name?
your legal name and the Office of the First Year may use your preferred -
FAQ / QuestBridge
What is the MIT QuestBridge Supplement?
of the MIT first-year application. QuestBridge Finalists that ranked -
FAQ / Interview
What is the interview process?
. Interviews are not a required part of the MIT application. While we try to -
FAQ / Life and culture
Does MIT offer club sports?
There are more than 30 different club sports at MIT. Each club is either instructional or competition focused by nature. Many of the competition focused clubs have excelled at both regional and national level -
FAQ / First-year application
What should I do if I’m deferred?
additional materials does not by itself increase your chances of admission. -
FAQ / First-year application
How do I list standardized test results?
If you are planning on applying to MIT and would like to see our testing requirements, please visit our Tests and scores page. You are not required to send your official scores as part of your application -
FAQ / Testing
How does MIT consider test scores? Does MIT Superscore?
(including future sittings) of the SAT, ACT, or English proficiency exams on