<p>I think they try to get everyone their first choice, but oversubscribed programs can pick among the candidates.</p>
<p>The application form is [url=<a href=“http://web.mit.edu/orientation/fpop/app.html]here[/url”>http://web.mit.edu/orientation/fpop/app.html]here[/url</a>]… some programs have serious questions, while others ask things like “Please draw your favorite pirate flag for us and mail it to the Orientation Office.” :)</p>
<p>Really, pre-orientation programs are supposed to be fun, with an emphasis on learning fun stuff and meeting your new classmates.</p>