Better to apply EA or RD at MIT?

Jimmy797
Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:44:03 +0000

Early early early. There’s no direct advantage, and statistically there’s no difference according to the adcom, and ‘interest’ doesn’t factor in MIT admissions, but think about it. If you apply early, then technically, you’re getting a couple advantages: 1- they won’t see senior year grades in case you drop. Most people don’t, but in case. 2- you’ll likely end up deferred or accepted if MIT is your first choice and your grades are adequate. I say this because if you chose MIT it must mean you fit at least some of its characteristics. 3- If you end up deferred, you’ll have gotten 2 shots at admission, more than most others. And 4- you can think about what to add, the Intel thing among those. Just make sure you get a head start on applying and on your essays, and EA is the way to go.