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  • Discover / The MIT education

    Global education

    , and labs for research or work a teaching program where students teach ... and grants to support sustainable, for-profit enterprises that promote ... , and perform service around the world.[/intro] As an MIT student, you
  • Apply / Transfer applicants

    U.S. Military Veterans

    when you’re here. Strong applicants for both first-year and transfer ... math and science—especially calculus, the building block for many of our ... so far, and what you hope to do. We also ask for information about your
  • Apply / Preparing for MIT

    Summer programs

    should do to prepare for applying to MIT, and our answer is always to spend ... -focused summer program is what you’re looking for and you’re not sure where to ... provide for the intellectual and social enrichment of students. The
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    Admissions videos

    Beaver (1956) A promotional film for prospective students and visitors to ... released, and making a video to announce Pi Day became an unexpected ... comforting character for those of us old enough to remember videotapes
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    Independent Activities Period

    regarding the cost of attendance, including specific costs for tuition and ... January during which faculty and students are freed from the rigors of ... both formal and informal learning and extracurricular opportunities. More
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    Newsletters

    ?[/intro] Then you should sign up for our MIT Admissions monthly newsletter (prospective undergraduates only please). It's from us(!), and contains information about our admissions process, enrichment programs, and stories from
  • Apply / Parents and educators

    Advising your students

    educationally sound for them to best prepare them to succeed in college and beyond ... admission because of their circumstances. And we don’t want this push for ... [intro]As parents, counselors, teachers, mentors, and allies, we know
  • Discover / Life and culture

    Housing at MIT

    own distinct culture and traditions. MIT housing is guaranteed for eight ... residents about who they are and what they do for fun. Based on these factors ... hall is closed for a two-year renovation project and is anticipated to
  • Afford / Cost & affordability

    Estimate your cost

    apply to MIT, be admitted, and apply for financial aid. Visit Student ... questions. It is roughly accurate for families with broadly typical finances ... precise, accurate, and detailed estimate as to what your financial aid may
  • Apply / Preparing for MIT

    Academic foundations

    ’re well-prepared—and well-matched—for academics at MIT:  Math, including ... credit for) both single-variable calculus (18.01) and multivariable ... that in some schools and curricula—for example, the International
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    Via mail

    have a reservation for an info session and/or student-led tour. ... email. Plus it is green and doesn't kill trees! 🌲🌳🌴[/intro] Application materials and other 🐌 mail Most documents can be completed and

  • Policies

    security policy statements. For information on security and safety on MIT ... original post), only use for noncommercial purposes (don’t sell it), and ... grievance procedures and process for discrimination and discriminatory
  • Discover / The MIT education

    MIT’s educational philosophy

    objective inquiry, to recognize and provide opportunities for unusual ... -motivated and engaged participants in a dynamic community of learners. We combine ... engineering, and students are no longer [annotation note="Though they are
  • Discover / The MIT education

    General Institute Requirements

    curriculum and foundation for the rest of your education.[/intro] William ... complicated and different for every student and major. However, as a rule of ... practical discovery and improvement.” To achieve this diverse education
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    Cross-registration

    and objective inquiry, and recognize and provide opportunities for ... drawing, painting, and printmaking that are not offered for credit at MIT ... Institute, you can cross-register for no additional cost at Harvard, Wellesley
  • Discover / The MIT education

    Maker education

    [intro]MIT's dozens of makerspaces, dedicated hands-on classes, and ...  mens et manus—mind and hand—puts equal emphasis on theory and practice. The former you get from learning in the classroom, and the latter from making

  • Explore MIT on your own

    [intro]You don't have to travel to Cambridge to get a feel for MIT. Since folks at the Institute are always making, writing, and discovering ... you click any link and watch any video that piques your interest. (And

  • MIT visits you

    you can learn more about MIT and see if it may be right for you.[/intro] You will often find us at NACAC college fairs and hosting information sessions in locations big and small, urban and rural, coastal and mountainous
  • Apply / First-year applicants

    Creative portfolios

    as your corresponding application cycle for both first-year and ... your application and demonstrates strong creative talent for a young ... for you and your family, you may qualify for a fee waiver. To request a
  • Apply / Transfer applicants

    The transfer application

    Application: The application for spring entry is due October 15, 2026. The application for fall entry is due March 1, 2027. Only U.S. citizens and U ... fee presents a hardship for you and your family, you may request a fee