FAQ / Academics and research
How does pass/no record work?
of A/B/C.
As part of the flexible pass/no record grading option, you ... after your first term, and at any time during your course of study.
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FAQ / Academics and research
Can I study Global Change Science/Climate?
predict changes in the global environment. Additionally, a variety of ... innovation toward climate science, including the Department of Earth ... of Global Change, and the MIT Energy Initiative. -
FAQ / Academics and research
Can I join the IDEAS Social Innovation Challenge?
One of the highlights of MIT's yearly academic challenges and competitions, the IDEAS Social Innovation Challenge, connects students with the passion and talent to improve the world with the experience and resources of -
FAQ / Life and culture
How does one attain a Pirate License?
undergraduates must complete eight points of physical education classes to graduate ... H. '20 is one of the students who has earned official MIT Pirate ... of physical education. “They’re tactical. They involve strategy. Plus -
FAQ / First-year application
Does MIT have required classes or language requirements?
students to increase their chances of admission. We don't have any required ... , chemistry, biology, and four years of English. We want you to take the most ... and IB coursework as college level and the highest level of rigor in -
FAQ / First-year application
Do letters of recommendation have to be submitted in the MIT application portal?
) information into the Recommendations section of the application, regardless of -
FAQ / Academics and research
Can I test out of some classes by taking Advanced Standing Exams?
subjects outside of the classroom itself. If you're confident that you ... test out of it. It's essentially like sitting the final before the class ... , and you will never exhaust our curriculum of hard, interesting classes. -
FAQ / QuestBridge
Do I have to submit a math/science recommendation with my QB application?
MIT strongly recommends a letter of recommendation from both a math ... Bridge applications without a humanities/social sciences/language teacher letter of ... letter of recommendation, we strongly recommend asking one of your math or -
FAQ / Academics and research
What is the Koch Institute?
Institute (NCI) designated Cancer Center, is a state-of-the-art cancer research facility as well as the hub of cancer research on the MIT campus ... -faceted group of investigators is at the core of the Koch Institute’s mission to -
FAQ / Life and culture
What other student resources are available?
MIT offers a myriad of health and well-being support resources for students. See the DoingWell site for more info. -
FAQ / Visit
How can I contact the Registrar’s Office?
The MIT Registrar’s Office provides registration status for enrolled students, college transcripts, and other official forms and certifications. -
FAQ / First-year application
Does MIT recruit athletes?
MIT is one of the top Division III athletic programs in the country. MIT is always looking for students-athletes. Almost 20 percent of ... interested in playing varsity sports at MIT, you should contact the coach of -
FAQ / Academics and research
What are Psets?
psets. Problem sets are the backbone of our teaching in many subjects; for many, problem-solving is the essence of the MIT education. Faculty vary as to the portion of course credit derived from psets. In some cases -
FAQ / Life and culture
What’s the MIT motto?
MIT's motto, mens et manus, translates from Latin to mind and hand. This motto reflects the educational ideals of MIT's founders who were promoting, above all, education for practical application. -
FAQ / Life and culture
Can I play football at MIT?
ever! In front of an enthusiastic home crowd on Senior Night, the MIT ... garnered a lot of press from coast to coast, with announcers pointing out that most of the team members had a better chance of "owning" an NFL team -
FAQ / First-year application
How does my school submit recommendation letters and transcripts?
MIT requires letters of recommendation from two teachers. The most ... profile, and a letter of recommendation). MIT's recommendations process is ... section of your application. We will also accept letters and materials -
FAQ / First-year application
May I include supplementary materials with my application?
of Technology Office of Undergraduate Admissions 77 Massachusetts -
FAQ / Life and culture
What student disabilities services are available?
MIT is committed to the principle of equal opportunity for students with disabilities. Our objective is to ensure that qualified students with disabilities receive equal access to all of the Institute's programs -
FAQ / Prepare for MIT
What summer programs are available?
the dorms. There are a number of small, specialized summer programs on campus, but they're not run by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Most -
FAQ / International applicants
Can I apply if I am undocumented?
that meets 100% of a family’s demonstrated financial need. For more information, check out the section of our website for undocumented applicants.