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<p>That was as a very polite way of telling me that I was selectively focusing on posts that suggested he should not apply. So, I went back and read the thread. I think you might be right. Phoestre, texaspg and lake42ks all said it was worth a shot, if MIT is where he wanted to go. Even you were suggesting, I should let him apply, if he wants to go to MIT. Most of the other posters said that admitted students stand out as exceptional people and give compelling reasons beyond GPA and standardized test scores to be accepted. Most were saying it was difficult to predict who would be accepted, since there were only 1500 openings and many qualified applicants. Nobody actually said he should not apply. I get that now. Thanks</p>