Of course! I was planning on majoring in Biochemistry, so I took General Chemistry last semester and I’m currently taking Organic Chemistry. Depending on how it goes, I’m also thinking about taking Orgo II in the fall, so I have some experience with the chemistry courses at MIT! As challenging as the courses are, I definitely think the faculty and the resources at MIT are simply unparalleled. And I think the availability of undergraduate research (which you can do for course credit or for pay), is also something unique and might not be as common as other schools. Once again, I don’t want you to feel pressured to choose MIT, just some things to possibly consider!
And you should definitely appeal your financial aid package! Financial aid was a huge deal for me and I have some personal circumstances that made the process a bit complicated. However, MIT was very generous compared to other public and private institutions I got into, and the Student Financial Services office is very good about hearing students’ personal circumstances and providing resources!