<p>I was thinking about sending an art portfolio to MIT, but was wondering, is there any special form (I don't think so) to include, or should I just insert a short bio with the material - on the case? Inside the envelope?</p>
<p>I was thinking about sending it on Powerpoint as a slideshow, is this acceptable? </p>
<p>Many thanks...suggestions/ improvements welcome.</p>
<p>If you go the paper route, Make sure your name and birthday (and optionally mSSN if you have one) are on everything, possibly include a (short!) letter saying you felt it would be nice to include some art.</p>
<p>I do, however, think the powerpoint route would be preferred. It's much easier to deal with. :)</p>
<p>Matt McGann has now addressed the subject of extra materials in a definitive post on his Admissions blog. Highly recommended as the answer to all such questions.</p>
<p>thank you very much, I actually saw Matt's blog before my cc replies, thanks anyhow...</p>
<p>mSSN?</p>
<p>Err, SSN, typo, my apologies. Social security number.</p>
<p>much obliged,</p>
<p><em>tips hat</em></p>
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<li>addendum, i thought mSSN meant some sort of special MIT security number...</li>
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<p>No, the only reason you'd need an MIT registration number is if you submitted part of your application in paper and then wanted to track it online. If you started with the online app, or already had an account by the time you sent in your papers, the tracking works just great for you.</p>
<p>:D.</p>