<p>I'm a social science nerd who's really impressed by MIT's second-to-none econ faculty and also by its excellent political science department (what with Stephen Van Evera and Barry Posen). However, I'm not sure whether to apply because of MIT's science focus. I'm no slouch on math/science, but my only B+ is in chemistry, and I have a couple semesters of A-s in math. Also, I worry that MIT might be turned off by an applicant who has no intention of taking math/science courses that are not in the core requirements (unless one counts cognitive science). Is this the case? Would MIT welcome an applicant with no interest in math/science?</p>
<p>i'm in the same boat.. kind of. my application doesnt focus on science much. although ive taken all the hardest science and math classes (calc bc, chem/bio/physics AP) in my school, which not many from my school can say, my EC focuses are on cultural aspect. i plan on double majoring in business/science if i get into mit (yeah right), but i'd like to know the answer too.</p>
<p>I know they wouldn't give you any "special consideration" for diversity of majors, but I don't think they would penalize you at all. You seem like a very strong student overall, and I highly doubt that one B+ (no matter what it's in) would hurt you. If you're willing to take all the science courses MIT requires (and there are quite a few!), then I'm sure you'd be an awesome MIT applicant.</p>
<p>Thanks so much, dally! I'll definitely add MIT to my visit sched now. And not just for your much-appreciated flattery :)</p>