<p>I understand that computer science isn't exclusively web design and programming. I understand data structures, control statements and computer hardware. I was just posting this to see if I would be well prepared for the curriculum MIT offers. Furthermore, I did all this through self-teaching. I hunted down internships and took initiative to get those opportunities. It wasn't handed to me on a silver platter. </p>
<p>My second motive for posting this was to ask if this would give me a competitive edge against some of the other applicants because I am so passionate about Computer Science, but I am also Athletic, and have been successful at numerous other activities (Debate etc.) I was hoping my virtuosity would help with admission...</p>
<p>sorry about the ambiguity of my intent, I hope that this helps with what I was looking for. Thanks for all your replies could I have more in context to this post.</p>
<p>thanks</p>