Prospective MIT Graduate Chances?

Hey all,

I am a prospective student for the Biological Engineering PhD program. I have a high GPA (over 3.85), and research experience from 3 laboratories. Currently, I’m an undergrad entering senior year at a SUNY school.

It’s definitely not the only school I’m applying to, but regardless, is applying to MIT a realistic aspiration? I like what a professor is doing more than any other place, that’s why I am considering to apply.

Also, I’m not sure what external homework I should be doing, I contacted a professor, but I doubt he/she will get back. Is there someone else whom I should be contacting?

Thanks