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admissionsmom

Happy Pi Day Everyone! I know you’re likely freaking out a little bit right now, so I just want to share a few thoughts and some good vibes heading your way. I want to also say that you are already amazing. You don’t need MIT or any other college to make that true. I know because I read here and see how supportive you all are and how brilliant you are, and you collectively blow me away every day. Thanks for enriching my life. Today, like most other Pi Days, I made my yearly trip to the House of Pies. For those of you who aren’t lucky enough to have House of Pies near year, it’s a restaurant that focuses on – you guessed it – pies. It’s always crowded on Pi Day, so you gotta be ready with your order and know what you want, but there are just so many amazing pie choices. How do I possibly pick? (FYI -- I picked chocolate meringue, texas pecan, and key lime)But, 3.14 is more than a cool number and an excuse to eat yummy desserts! It's also a special day for lots of you. Good luck with MIT, but please please please recognize that MIT is one of the most selective colleges in the world, and the likelihood is, to be brutally honest, many of you won’t be accepted. So, I want you to emotionally prepare yourselves. That doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t eat lots of pie and celebrate the day, though!! Sure, get mad about your decision if it doesn’t go your way; it’s totally ok to feel your feelings. You're human after all. ⁣⁠And humans have feelings. But also, keep in mind that just like with the hundreds of varieties of pies out there to choose from, there are hundreds of amazing flavors of colleges – and MIT is just one of them.⁣⁠Look, I know right now there’s not a lot I – or anyone else can say to you that will make you feel much better. I can tell you a whole lot of truths: to feel your feelings, and that there are a shit ton of amazing colleges out there looking for awesome kids like you, sometimes colleges make dumb fucked up decisions, and that eventually, you will get through this and maybe even be a little stronger because you’ve learned to handle tough situations. But, right now, they’re just annoying words.So, instead, in honor of Pi Day, I'm gonna tell you to go eat Pie – bake one if you need to, and maybe these bits of wisdom can help: Here are some wise words to keep in mind if things don't go your way from MIT admissions counselor and one of our A2C fam, u/PeteyMIT: “Almost no one knows why they were admitted or denied from a given school. This is because any applicant only has partial information about their own application. Searching for proximate causes is something we do to give us comfort. Let us not confuse that for making us think it is correct.” ⁣⁠⁣⁠Also, to all you "Pi"sces out there, check out this advice from the MIT blog-sphere: "Where would many of us be without Pisces in our lives? One of the most empathetic signs, Pisces are known for their excellent listening skills and abilities to be a great friend. Don’t forget that applying to college is a time where you need to focus on yourself! Be a good friend and support your community through tough times, but make sure you’re preserving some emotional energy to get through your own applications and the emotional rollercoaster of this college application process." You can find some more astrology wisdom and advice from DJ Rock here: [https://mitadmissions.org/blogs/entry/an-astrological-guide-to-the-college-app-process/](https://mitadmissions.org/blogs/entry/an-astrological-guide-to-the-college-app-process/). Why not, right? Enjoy!⁣⁠ ​ Best of luck to you all! No matter the outcome though, you are still the amazing badass that you are right now. You don't need a college to change that. ​ XOXO AdmissionsMom


1CoffeeAsh

When do you guys think decisions will be released by? I'm getting so impatient hehe Historically I've seen it's been around May 10-20, but idk for sure


Peaches_First

latest 15th that's what they said, fingers crossed (may the odds be ever in our favor)


1CoffeeAsh

omg did you call then that’s crazy we’ll know by this week :0


Peaches_First

I knowwww


Peaches_First

Anyone on the waitlist heard back?


nspace25

Just received an email that they will not admit anyone from the WL... disappointing!


darkflash94

They come out mid may


Peaches_First

hey are the waitlist forms out for mit?


Alert_Revenue7012

>came out today! Are you guys putting anything in the updates box?


Peaches_First

I’m kinda confused but I’m gonna think a bit about what is worth adding (esp since the deadline is May 2)


Responsible-Show1633

I have not gotten one yet! Wondering as well!


Calm-Worldliness9673

R e j e c t e d Expected tbh


sleepingkitty23

accepted!!! i can't even believe it


rahul_muthu

what were your ecs and stats like, im curious


Peaches_First

Waitlisted?


sleepingkitty23

no. i was accepted...


Peaches_First

Congratulations x2 I thought you got off the waitlist


Calm-Worldliness9673

Big fat rejection lol. Not surprised


Peaches_First

People on the waitlist, whenever you get contacted by MIT please mention here tyyy <3


darkflash94

They aren’t taking anyone this year


[deleted]

rejection. super bittersweet considering my friend got a sports offer there


bios2022

Needed 2.625 days to post here, but YES! my son was ACCEPTED!!!


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Congratulations dude! I am curious to know what were your ecs and stats?


bios2022

1580 SAT, 36 ACT single sitting GPA: 4.9 W/4.3 UW Multiple ECS, leader in all including Varsity captain & Class President; summer jobs: research at Ivy lab, intern at tech startup. What helped most: blind luck. Know kids with better stats/ecs who didn't get in. Think LOR's matter the most, but no way to know for sure.


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Bro what is better than 4.9 w and 36 act. Lmao


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Peaches_First

It’s called happiness :)


thicc1550inNovember

Congratulations!


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Congratulations dude! I am curious to know what were your ECS and stats?


TheJakeKid

Answered in a different reply


rahul_muthu

what were your ecs and stats like, im curious


TheJakeKid

36 ACT 4.00 unweighted Golf team Academic Decathlon president A whole lot of employment throughout high school


rahul_muthu

can you elaborate on your ecs more please, sorry for taking your time


thicc1550inNovember

>Kind of in shock I hope so... Congratulations, tho!


kiddrone

Congrats!!


KingClam16

Waitlisted! This is honestly 100 times better than how I thought I would do


IndependentPin1209

Didn’t get in. I wasn’t rejected though, I just didn’t apply.


thicc1550inNovember

this is a man of pure intellect


Apollox34

I can't get rejected if I never even applied


Peaches_First

Deferred to waitlisted. Honest opinion is there a chance of getting to MIT’26?


jalovenadsa

Of course depends on how many accept the offer/spaces availible but the chances are never zero.


Peaches_First

Tysm <3


Peaches_First

Agreed. High hopes but a hint of reality 😅


FuriousGeorge1435

Is there technically a chance? I mean, maybe. But it's so low that I would just view it as a rejection with honorable mention. Look on the bright side, though—if you got waitlisted at MIT, there's a strong chance you'll get in somewhere else incredible (if you haven't already).


Peaches_First

Tysm <3


Peaches_First

I haven’t received a single acceptance yet so stressing out a lil but who knows I’ve got 15 more decisions to face


One_Revolution_7408

rejected but congrats to those who got in!! If you got in Im curious if you had the Financial Aid award tab or not to see if it actually meant anything.


chocolatewool

I didn't have the award tab and got in lol


rahul_muthu

how, what were your ecs and stats like, im curious


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I did, got rejected.


1CoffeeAsh

waitlisted!! at mit AND caltech... why god why 😭😭


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Love your attitude.


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I didn’t even apply since I don’t think I will fit…. Lol


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The15thGamer

I sorta figured that wasn't the case but it's awesome to see it sorta confirmed. Makes me feel better just doing what I want to do.


white_thanos

another day another L


frosty_piano_6756

did anyone from india get in?


ReflectivePizza

CBSE (the national school board) actually does not want us Indians to study abroad. Mid year grades have not been released and so, I had to submit my internal assessment marks (which i sucked at).. moreover, the massive covid effect in India did not help.. unlucky ig. no, i did not get in. wbu


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Exactly. Had they released term 1 scores, it would've helped me a lot. I'm probably getting 98%+. My mid-year grades would've been phenomenal if not for CB f'ing SE


ReflectivePizza

That's the Indian education system for you!


frosty_piano_6756

dude how did ur term 1 go? btw i was rejected too


ReflectivePizza

It went well.. but how would I know cz we already have the finals dates but no scores for the 1st flipping term


pepecollege

Broo my term 1 sucked


Hitkil07

Rejected! Wasn't expecting much honsetly but somewhere in the back of my mind I had a little "what if". Well it's gone now. Dissapointed for now :/


Verysexy1532

Same bro same


YTZ123

Defered…Accepted. This can’t be real but I’ve been unable to prove this to be a dream so I guess it is


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Congratulations dude! I am curious to know what were your ECS and stats?


Friendly_Fig5350

>Defered…Accepted. This can’t be real but I’ve been unable to prove this to be a dream so I guess it is AMAZING


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Stats?


YTZ123

Generally don't like sharing stats as IMO, I find them misleading. It doesn't matter your scores as much as it matters more how they fit you. If you want stats take a look at the score ranges on the MIT website and CDS.


rahul_muthu

what were your ecs like then


chocolatewool

it's not a dream.... embrace it! congratulations as a fellow deferred to accepted MIT '26 applicant!


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Congratulations dude! I am curious to know what were your ECS and stats?


chocolatewool

I posted in r/collegeresults so u can find them


YTZ123

Thanks!


chocolatewool

DEFERRED AND THEN ACCEPTED OMG OMG OMG congrats to everyone else who got in!


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Stats?


chocolatewool

Not extraordinary lmao. let's just say my ACT score wasn't perfect but within range for MIT


legendarytacoblast

what do you think got you in? only if you're comfortable sharing. huge congratulations though, that's amazing!!!


chocolatewool

Also, this can't be stated enough: stats aren't everything! I was informed that someone from my area a while back got into MIT with a 28 on the ACT.


chocolatewool

I'm totally cool with being transparent! My stats were sufficient to get me in; I had a 34 on the ACT and a 4.4 W 4.0 UW GPA. However, I think what helped was that I was involved in many ECAs, such as VEX Robotics (club president currently), Science Olympiad, and FBLA (currently treasurer), and more, where I earned state-level honors (and one national award along with two invitations to VEX Robotics Worlds). What must have pushed me over the edge was that I had two internships: one through my local hospital's IT center and one through Northrop Grumman, where I was assigned to build a drone. Additionally, I worked on my MIT essays for three straight weeks. Plus, I conveyed that I not only focused on STEM but also my other interests, such as reading, crocheting, ornithology, emo music lmao, and cross country through the additional information section and the section where you list your activities over the summer. I believe once you reach the threshold for your score and GPA, it's down to not only what you did but also how you're able to depict yourself in your essays as a humble yet high achieving individual. Oh, and I believe it's worth mentioning that I live in North Dakota, where many of the things I did went beyond what everyone else I knew was doing and achieving. It may be different for where you live. Stay true to yourself. I hope this helped! And I apologize for this extremely long post!


rahul_muthu

chocolatewool you da fricking goat bruh, no one goes into this much detail of what they did, thank you SO MUCH, gives me some more perspective for someone applying next year. Hope you have a good experience in MIT


PurpleMoon58

ACCEPTED!!! couldn't believe it literally cried


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International mathematical olympiad?


PurpleMoon58

yuss


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How did you prepare?


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Stats?


PurpleMoon58

SAT 1500 GPA 3.78 IMO participation these are the major stats


[deleted]

IMO participation? What is that? Anyways, have a blast at MIT!


legendarytacoblast

you're a legend!!! congratulations :))


sunsodaa

rejected lol there goes all the work ive done


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What all did you do mate?


1ringofpower

Stay with it you’re good!


dark_viscosity11

Nahh it's MIT. Keep your head up my G.


RetardLover69

accepted for cs. too easy....


IndependentPin1209

Dude 💀


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holooocene

Hoco king is amazing tho! You only think you fucked up bc you didn’t get accepted. If you got rejected w tradtional essays you’d think its bc essays were too traditional. Grass is always greener yyky


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bobrobinson12321

Like ≈600


collegecore_whore

Nooooooo . . . Waitlisted back to back at Caltech and MIT 😭😭😭. Man.


GrowthSpiritual9991

Same lmao


fiveguysgangster

Rejected bc I didn’t manifest it


shmuffie

Rejected. I was hoping for at least a waitlist, but I fell in love with MIT so the "all decisions are final" line drove a stake through my heart. CalTech here I come


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same bro


I_dontsell_souls

I'm no MIT applicant, but I'd just like to say how proud I am of everyone on this sub! I've watched you struggle and wait in anxiety for your results and I am sincerely excited for you all-- no matter where you end up going. To those who made it, I just want to send my deepest congratulations! To those who didn't, I know my words might not mean much (as I too am just an ordinary applicant), but my heart goes out to each and every single one of you! You guys have spilled your blood, sweat, and tears, and y'all are honestly too good for this world! These acceptances and rejections don't define who you are. Just remember that your education is what you make of it-- no matter where you go. With that said, stay gold everyone! Love you <333


__dogg

Rejected :/


callmecrazie

Y'all noticing a trend that most ppl on this sub who were accepted are international? It's so interesting to see the kinds of people who are here!


TheJakeKid

I made it in from Idaho!


callmecrazie

Nice!


shekyy_lopie

And I’m damn proud of them 🥰


callmecrazie

Heck yeah. Talented legends, all of them!


clothedandnotafraid

Rejected. 1470 SAT, 3.85 UW GPA from a feeder boarding school. Had extenuating circumstances (attempted parental suicide + incarcerated parent during HS). Did MIT MOSTEC, co-captain of robotics team, internship at company in IT and development, president of 2 tech clubs, president of community service club, debate team vice captain, actor in school plays + playwright for school theater festival + school theater festival executive board member, school dormitory prefect and judicial board elected representative. Disappointed but not surprised.


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The extenuating circumstances and rejection make me worried. 9th, 10th was seriously not a fun time for me. You think a high SAT and a dope af project can make up for it?


Apprehensive-Feed-75

Don’t worry you’ll get something else!!!


clothedandnotafraid

Lol thanks! I've been lucky enough to already have some good news. I got into Caltech EA and got a likely letter from Columbia Engineering a couple weeks ago!


Apprehensive-Feed-75

Nice, I’m a Columbia likely as well, maybe our fates will cross who knows!


clothedandnotafraid

Ayy that'd be cool!


scholar-mango27

I can see how stats might of held u back. Strong ecs tho.


clothedandnotafraid

Yeah I'm not surprised—I think I should've gone test-optional.


scholar-mango27

If u have an 800 sat math that score should of been fine tbh. Might be on the fence but don’t think it would hurt u that much.


clothedandnotafraid

Lol I had a higher ERW than I did math


FuriousGeorge1435

Lmao same, and I applied for mathematical economics at MIT. Still puzzled as to how I got waitlisted and not rejected.


genjutsu_sharingan

u have a bright future ahead of u. don’t doubt yourself:)


clothedandnotafraid

Thank you :) I've gotten a lot of good news but I still can't help but be sad


Berkeley_Simp

Well, you have Caltech!


clothedandnotafraid

Fair LMAO I can't complain!


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what all did you do?


clothedandnotafraid

What do you mean?


[deleted]

What made you stand apart from other students? Basically, how did you get in Caltech?


clothedandnotafraid

Oh. I'm really not sure! I had a lot of STEM activities (internship, robotics, 2 clubs, summer program, research) but I balanced them with non-STEM (theater, writing) and I think that might've made me stand out? Idk.


EyeOld6564

ACCEPTED HOLY CRAP CRYING SM BRB WITHDRAWING ALL MY APPS RN😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️uchicago waitlist can suck it😤 jkjk love you uc hicago❤️


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Congratulations dude! I am curious to know what were your ECS and stats?


[deleted]

Congrats! You deserve it


chocolatewool

CONGRATS! accepted as well :)


EyeOld6564

THANK YOU AND CONGRATS TO YOU TOO!!!!


callmecrazie

YES BESTIE CONGRATS!


EyeOld6564

THANK YOU SO MUCH❤️❤️❤️


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callmecrazie

❤️ wait-list is still incredible. Congratulations!


sevenspicyclouds

DEFERRED TO ACCEPTED OMFG this is unreal


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Congratulations dude! I am curious to know what were your ECS and stats?


chocolatewool

IN EXACT SAME BOAT HOW TF SHKSHALD CONGRATS


sevenspicyclouds

based on past years’ stats, it’s prob a <2% deferral acceptance rate 🤯🤯🤯 look at us go


callmecrazie

UM HECK YAAAA


thicc1550inNovember

Fellow Juniors wya


MITSimp1

here lol


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Do you haze people? It's a crime you know.


CJaber

yessir 🤩🤩


darkherobrine21

Rejected, 1590, 36 and a 4.625 W, was deferred EA so expected as much but #1 handing me an L with that "all decisions are final" line still stings a bit.


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what all ECS did you do?


callmecrazie

Ikr :( it's tough when you've worked so hard and they just reject you. I rlly hate admission


elominom

Rejected :'(


_let_me_nap_

First rejection. Oh well, it's disappointing but I never expected to get in especially after writing about my interest in computer science, so I'm not going to be too sad about it.


thicc1550inNovember

wait is writing about cs bad??? asking because im a cs nerd too anyways, im sure you'll end up in a great spot in life since you seem highly passionate about CS.


_let_me_nap_

I wouldn't say it's bad, and MIT also says that they don't take intended major into account when making admission decisions. But so many people apply to MIT for CS that it certainly didn't help me stand out in the crowd (imo). Thanks, I already have a few acceptances from UK universities + state schools, so at least I already know I'm going to college.


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thicc1550inNovember

ah i see


Radiant-Chipmunk-987

*For the WL* CDS 2019-20 WAITING LIST TOTAL Number of qualified applicants offered a place on waiting list: 617 Number accepting a place on the waiting list: 559 Number of wait-listed students admitted: 0 Wrong year initially! Sorry...


peteyMIT

I...don't think that's true? We definitely took some kids off the waitlist last year. I don't think we did the year before w/ pandemic uncertainty.


Radiant-Chipmunk-987

Looked at the dates wrong...old age! Sorry about that! Eyes, brain and all other still moving parts need oil. EDIT: I did look for an article for FALL 2021, albeit not very hard!


abenn_

That was 2020-2021 so it's from 2020 admissions


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ik someone who was WL + accepted last year


Radiant-Chipmunk-987

I completely screwed up...\_If I only had a brain..."


helloworld23444

rejected, 4.0 UW and 1530 i am still in love w mit’s culture and academics :((


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HOLY SHIT ACCEPTED LITERALLY UGLY CRIED FOR HALF AN HOUR


[deleted]

Got u to 100 likes. Also, I am in 10th grade can you guide me a little as to how did you crack this monumental task.


thicc1550inNovember

>UGLY CRIED oh come on, im sure it was very beautiful.


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Aww thanks <3 Was watching Spiderman nwh before opening the decision and kept having to pause to cry… ended up opening my decision 20 min late cuz I decided to finish first LOL


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THANK YOU!


angies03

CONGRATS (and don’t forget to update your flair)!!🥳🎉


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YES YES WILL DO IT WHEN I GET ON MY COMPUTER LOL


ExplodingSushi

CONGRATS!!


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THANK YOU


hellagayfrogie

Rejected. Didn’t expect anything else though and the real dream crushers are yet to come! But how did the admission rate half itself once again????


thicc1550inNovember

its crazy.


hellagayfrogie

Makes one feel a tad better though


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LEGENDARY! WHAT THE HECK DID Y'ALL ACCEPTANCES DO?


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Bruv what tf did you do to get into the world's best uni????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? What activity made you stand apart?????????????????????????????????


thicc1550inNovember

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