<p>I’ve never heard of anyone wanting or attempting to transfer from MIT to Caltech. </p>
<p>IMO, this is too big a risk unless you’re absolutely sure that you will love the new school you’re going to. MIT is a diverse place and seems to offer something for almost everyone. I really enjoyed my four years at Caltech, but I can’t really think of anything justifying such a drastic action. If you transfer, you’ll miss most of the housing system–two years of ditch day, the rotation process, meeting the other frosh, etc.</p>
<p>My friends from HS who went to MIT seemed to enjoy the frats/houses they lived in–perhaps you can look into them since some of them look pretty social and fun.</p>