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Norbert
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What to do in 8th grade to get into MIT?
I am currently nearing the end of my 8th-grade year, and I want to go to MIT. What can I do now to allow me to be able to go to MIT? Any advice, in all areas.
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Denise Gonzalez
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Hi,
Congratulations, planning ahead of time is super important. Check in you can have an SAT test in 10th grade. If you get a high score, you can apply for early admission. Talk to your school advisor to structure a plan to have as many AP classes as possible. Also, schools give importance to community services and High GPA ( the AP classes will help with that).
Talk to your school advisor now, when they are not ao busy
Congratulations, planning ahead of time is super important. Check in you can have an SAT test in 10th grade. If you get a high score, you can apply for early admission. Talk to your school advisor to structure a plan to have as many AP classes as possible. Also, schools give importance to community services and High GPA ( the AP classes will help with that).
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C Venkat
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Hi Norbert,
It's amazing that you are thinking about college at this age and trying to plan ahead!
Top schools like MIT expect to see very high scores in your SAT, a solid performance throughout high school, especially in STEM subjects like Math, Physics etc. In addition, getting involved in extracurriculars related to STEM (e.g. Robotics), and any other unique interests you may have (this can be a non-STEM activity - from community service, arts, sports, journalism, working at a job etc. - to showcase you talents).
It is important to be consistent with what you focus your time on (a few activities that you do really well instead of a lot of activities just to have a long list on your resume).
Use your summer time to take courses in your local community college, get a job (even if it is not related to STEM, it shows you are responsible) or hone in on your hobby (do you like music? If so, take lessons, perform at local community events etc.).
Your guidance counselor, a trusted teacher or other adult can also help you and guide you on specific coursework available to you. Be sure to check with them as well.
One important thing to note: Do not get carried away with school rankings and where you think you want to go. Visit the schools to see if you are able to and compare for yourself before you apply. If you know someone who attends the college you want to go to, they are a good source of information as they can tell you what it is really like inside the campus and the day to day workload etc.
Good luck with your college!
It's amazing that you are thinking about college at this age and trying to plan ahead!
Top schools like MIT expect to see very high scores in your SAT, a solid performance throughout high school, especially in STEM subjects like Math, Physics etc. In addition, getting involved in extracurriculars related to STEM (e.g. Robotics), and any other unique interests you may have (this can be a non-STEM activity - from community service, arts, sports, journalism, working at a job etc. - to showcase you talents).
It is important to be consistent with what you focus your time on (a few activities that you do really well instead of a lot of activities just to have a long list on your resume).
Use your summer time to take courses in your local community college, get a job (even if it is not related to STEM, it shows you are responsible) or hone in on your hobby (do you like music? If so, take lessons, perform at local community events etc.).
Your guidance counselor, a trusted teacher or other adult can also help you and guide you on specific coursework available to you. Be sure to check with them as well.
One important thing to note: Do not get carried away with school rankings and where you think you want to go. Visit the schools to see if you are able to and compare for yourself before you apply. If you know someone who attends the college you want to go to, they are a good source of information as they can tell you what it is really like inside the campus and the day to day workload etc.
Good luck with your college!