<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I am looking to apply into top science schools (e.g. MIT). I have spotted some science-based online courses in edX and Coursera which pique my interest and I am likely to enroll for these courses. However, I am curious about one thing: how much do colleges (esp. the top colleges) regard such tough online courses? Will doing any of these courses improve my C.V.? Will it be worth the time?</p>
<p>Any insights into my questions will be most appreciated!</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>Going into those courses definitely shows interest and initiative, and they should be included in the college app. But I wouldn’t call them ECs.</p>
<p>Why not, stressedouttt? I think that is a fine place to list these. After all, it’s an activity you’re doing outside of school. That’s what the EC section is for.</p>
<p>Except that it’s a class, not an activity. I would list it in additional information, as it isn’t an EC. </p>
<p>MIT has its own application, not Common App. I think they have a section for things like this.</p>
<p>I also believe common app and most other apps have a section for other high schools/colleges attended. Some of these courses may apply there.</p>