<p>I know I'm only a freshman and it's too early to start stressing about colleges and the future but I want to get a head start with the whole college admissions process. I really really want to get into MIT. I have always wanted to go there and study Architecture/ Mathematic courses. What are the things I should be doing right now to prepare myself when the time comes to start applying? How can I prove that I'm a strong candidate?</p>
<p>I know academics/grades are important. Also extracurriculars.
I'm in MESA Club (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) and I'm thinking of also joining the Chemistry Club.
Should I fill my EC's with all Math/Science-based activities? </p>
<p>I’m aiming at doing something creative-based to complement my serious courseload in math and science and my course-load for my university for Concurrent Enrollment. You should definitely do something EC with art. Chemistry might not do you half the justice art will do you for architecture.</p>
<p>Also, I have to stress the importance of community service. Math tutoring might be good for you, if you can find such an opportunity. CSs are very hard for math/science focuses, but I got a comfortable CS working with senior citizens and their computers [Basically, an unofficial IT department for retirement homes]</p>
<p>You just made the best decision of your life. MIT is not easy to get in. </p>
<p>Call MIT and explain to them your situation. </p>
<p>Be like </p>
<p>" hi, my name is ( fulanito de tal ) and this is my situation. This is my freshman year in HS and MIT is my college dream since I was in x-grade, I really want to get in there and I would like to know all of steps I have to make in order to be one of the strongest candidate. Or send then an email. </p>
<p>Take as many AP classes as you can. </p>
<p>Try to get an 4.0 GPA by the end you you junior year. </p>
<p>Take the SAT as many time as You ca. </p>
<p>Don’t forget about community service and Summer programs. </p>
<p>Do what above poster said, but also apply to MITES your junior year. It helps you get an MIT experience and helps you app to MIT. I did it this year and it was amazing.</p>
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