<p>You have a better chance at UC. Essays will be the key. But UCs give no financial aid. There may be other chances of internships or opportunities (summer) in the UC campus (depending on how good you are). Any UC folks may have more to add.</p>
<p>Just adding one more rant…Indians seem increasingly obsessed over MIT. There are many many good institutions here that can provide you with a great education. Go for the right fit for you, not just rankings.</p>