<p>Even if MIT will let you get by with “2”, it’s not prudent to assume that you’ll get accepted. MIT is a high reach for everyone. By taking “2” you’ll become less competitive at many selective colleges, and indeed at many public state flagships.</p>
<p>For example for the California UCs: "If youre applying to the UC, you need to know about the “a-g” course pattern required for UC eligibility. You should take more than the minimum requirement and also take advantage of as many honors and AP-level courses as are offered at your high school, plus college-level courses, if they’re available … Two years (three years recommended) of the same language other than English. "</p>