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FAQ / Transfer
How much does the transfer application cost?
The transfer application costs $75. Fee waivers are available for all applicants, domestic and international. You can request one in the Fee Waiver Request section of the application. MIT offers need -
FAQ / Interview
What is the interview process?
offer as many interviews as we can, we have limited availability and may not able to offer interviews to all applicants. If your interview is -
FAQ / Academics and research
What type of first-year learning communities are available?
't offer something to meet every students' unique individual learning styles ... -year learning communities offer a distinct kind of learning environment that -
FAQ / Prepare for MIT
What programs does MITES (MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science) offer?
MITES (MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science) runs outreach programs under the School of Engineering at MIT for underrepresented and underserved students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.… -
FAQ / Transfer
What college should I attend to improve my chances for transfer admission?
Our applicants come from all over the world and from many different educational backgrounds. You should choose a college that will offer rigorous academic coursework, but, more importantly, that will also provide academic -
FAQ / Life and culture
Is there an MIT Flying Club?
offers regular general body meetings for members, hosts helicopter fly -
FAQ / Prepare for MIT
What summer programs are available?
MIT doesn't offer a traditional open-enrollment summer school program where high school students can come to campus to take courses and live in the dorms. There are a number of small, specialized summer programs on -
FAQ / International applicants
Can I apply if I am undocumented?
Yes! Undocumented and DACA applicants submit the same application components and go through the same selection process as all other students. For those students who face financial barriers, we offer fee waivers on our -
FAQ / Afford
Does MIT provide CSS Profile waivers?
Some students of certain incomes are able to have the their CSS Profile fees waived by the College Board. MIT is not able to offer a fee waiver directly. If the cost of the CSS Profile poses financial difficulty -
FAQ / Life and culture
Does MIT offer Army, Air Force, Navy ROTC?
MIT is proud to offer Army, Air Force, and Naval ROTC programs on campus. Military training has existed at MIT ever since the Institute opened its doors in 1865. Since then, more than 12,000 officers have been -
FAQ / Life and culture
What programs does Office of Minority Education offer?
The MIT Office of Minority Education (OME) provides a home base for many of MIT’s underrepresented minority students. OME’s mission is to promote academic excellence, build strong communities, and develop professional mindsets among… -
FAQ / QuestBridge
If a QB applicant is admitted EA/RA, will they receive full financial aid?
MIT practices need-blind admissions for all students, regardless of citizenship. If you're admitted through Early Action or Regular Action, MIT will assemble a financial aid offer that will meet 100% of your demonstrated need -
FAQ / Interview
What is the interview deadline?
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FAQ / Academics and research
Can first-year students conduct research?
the world. MIT offers research in every field you can imagine, and -
FAQ / Academics and research
Can anyone join the Experimental Study Group (ESG)?
Experimental Study Group (ESG) offers instruction in the core first-year subjects of biology, chemistry, math, and physics through small, discussion-based classes designed for students who are interested in taking an active role in -
FAQ / First-year application
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 -
FAQ / Prepare for MIT
What is Splash?
analysis, Splash offerings span a wide variety of areas. Want to take a class -
FAQ / Life and culture
What support is available for LBGTQ students?
MIT strives to create a safe and welcoming environment for LBGTQ students. MIT and its surrounding communities offer a broad array of services, activities, and resources for lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender -
FAQ / First-year application
Does MIT have required classes or language requirements?
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