<p>I thought that MIT is more Tech-related, isn't it. the best engineers are made there. if you want to be a nice prof. go like Einstein or J. Nash => Pronceton.</p>
<p>***i ment Princeton</p>
<p>its meant for everything. I listed my main activities on the sheet, and sent in a two-age resume so they could see everything else worth noting. But I'm not applying for engineering, and on mine you'll see alot of debate/student council/ school paper rather than physics stuff</p>
<p>If you're a boy, and you take ballet (and get good at it) that's a great hook anywhere. At least in my opinion. </p>
<p>All right, I just like boys who dance. Heehee. </p>
<p>But still, that's original enough to make you stand out. And every college theatre program in the nation that's not the main focus of the school needs boys who dance.</p>
<p>lol JLP is right, I'm sure it'll be a plus if you send them a video of you dancing. </p>
<p>But yeah, do whatever you like, especially if it's something that rarely anyone does.</p>
<p>There are people who got in without ECs, so no biggie</p>
<p>What if you're an accomplished musician. Would it be wise to send in an audio tape, post application?</p>
<p>most colleges welcome music tapes/artwork/videotaped performances as supplements for people who are very good in one of those areas, but i think extra materials like that were due at the same time as your app =/</p>
<p>One thing I loved about applying to MIT was their attitude toward supplements. They take anything and everything, and encourage it, because it's a part of you and therefore should be a part of your application. Supplements were big for me, I wrote an extra essay and sent in an art portfolio, sent in two supplemental recommendations (one in connection with the project discussed in my extra essay, and the other on music) taped and stapled stuff all over my application. I almost sent a music CD as well, then couldn't polish the song I wanted to record on time, so gave up that idea. </p>
<p>My point is, unlike most of the "top" schools, MIT does not frown upon extra material, granted that it's relevant and adds to your application. It was a problem I ran into with my other applications, not MIT.</p>
<p>The very attitude toward supplements that pebbles describes is what made completing the MIT application such a pleasure. I had some unique circumstances that aren't well conveyed in response to typical essay questions, and being able to provide extra insight was most helpful.</p>
<p>ColoradoKid: I sent in a CD of my rock band. That may have helped show how much dedication and work I had put into writing, recording, and performing the music.</p>
<p>Do what you love for ECs. Mine were student gov't, debate, tennis, and music. Eventually my love for them landed me positions like Student Council Prez, Director of Logistics for JSA, 4 years varsity tennis, and numerous music stuff. Don't go looking for positions because you won't get them. Do what you love and it'll come to you.</p>
<p>what do you guys think about sending in a why MIT letter/essayish thing, in liue of an interview</p>
<p>do you think they'll still want something like that?</p>
<p>I have a ton of specific stuff to say, and since MIT seems open to supplements, what do you think?</p>