What are my chances of getting into MIT?

Djokovic
Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:06:23 +0000

You need to maintain the GPA as perfect as u can. Assuming that you are asian, you would have to get 2300+ on the SAT to be competitive in the Asian applicant pool.
Make some close teacher friends this year, so that they will have great things to say on your rec letter. Don’t just get good grades, show your enthusiasm and willingness to go beyond to those teachers.

Clubs and volunteering is good, but I think getting awards are better. Your school probably doesn’t have many of these competitions, but this is the part when YOU GO BEYOND comes into play.

Here is the link to great Math/Science competitions
[Links to Academic Competitions](http://cty.jhu.edu/imagine/linkbs.htm)

How much will you pursue these extracurricular activities is a function of HOW BADLY you want to go to MIT. It is all up to you. I know IB takes a crap load of time, but never be satisfied with what you have, always aim higher.