<p>I don't think acceptance into MIT is a matter of [+/-]0.01 for GPA. I think if you are going to get in, you are going to get in, and if you aren't, you aren't.</p>
<p>This could potentially make a difference of nearly .4 GPA points (in my case). My GPA is 4.21W and 3.84UW.</p>
<p>yea lets hear it for the ~3.7 peeps!!! haha, but my weighted is 4.65... can someone say inflation?</p>
<p>Wow! How'd it get so high? I'm ranked 2/580 with a GPA of 3.84UW 4.21W, it seems our school isn't very inflated. </p>
<p>Anyway, it doesn't seem like anyone knows whether the average GPA of 3.89 is weighted or unweighted.</p>
<p>How would MIT judge my only 4 Bs being in Math (2 in Advanced Algebra 2 and 1 in Precalculus and 1 in Calculus AB)? Since I scored a 5 on the AP Calc exam and an 800 on Math IIc, won't they be able to accurately gauge my aptitude for mathematics? Shouldn't it tell them that the math curriculum at my school was VERY difficult to suceed in (or at least get satisfactory marks)?</p>
<p>Same thing zking said. I believe every applicant from my school applying to MIT has some B's in math.</p>
<p>Is it true that Rank>GPA?</p>
<p>Also, is weighted gpa more important than unweighted?</p>
<p>The class ranks should help, along with the specific standardized scores, I think. </p>
<p>Luckily, my Bs are only in Math--none in science :-)</p>
<p>my b's are in math science english language history (mainly history), and even health... (grr, you can't beat a plastic dummy in the chest and expect it to look right)</p>
<p>i like to think i'm well rounded ;)</p>
<p>my uw is 4.0 but my weighted is about 4.5</p>
<p>so will MIT look at the 4.0 or the 4.5?</p>
<p>i had about 9 b's in hs. with a 3.9 uw gpa 4.047 when i was admitted. i only took 5 AP classes (we were on block schedule so we have the opportunity to do ~10 on a normal schedule) graduated 21/454 and scored a 1310 SAT (1980) adjusted. and still got into MIT. I go to school here now, dont let anything deter you, just try to present yourself in the best light possible, and go for it</p>
<p>wow! what EC's did you do? did you have any good hooks?</p>
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i had about 9 b's in hs. with a 3.9 uw gpa 4.047 when i was admitted. i only took 5 AP classes (we were on block schedule so we have the opportunity to do ~10 on a normal schedule) graduated 21/454 and scored a 1310 SAT (1980) adjusted. and still got into MIT. I go to school here now, dont let anything deter you, just try to present yourself in the best light possible, and go for it
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<p>our stats are identical... rank, b's haha, maybe i do have a shot</p>
<p>wow zking! you go to orhs??? so do I!!!(i'm topic creator). So far i've gotten one "academic B+" *(first semester of adv alg 2, got an A second semester). I'm owning pre calc though with a strong A. I'm probably gonna get a B in Honors English though. I might get a B+ first semester of chem. But i'm sure I can get an A second semester. Would taking a chemistry course equivalent to that of AP chemistry at a local community college kinda of "cancel out" that B if I do well....say I get an A??? Which i think i can do. And i'm also taking 2 ap's this year, both of which I have A's in.</p>
<p>Assuming you're in your sophomore year at the Oak Ridge in CA, Im pretty sure I know you!</p>
<p>Anyway, in response to your question: Would taking a chemistry course equivalent to that of AP chemistry at a local community college kinda of cancel out that B if I do well....say I get an A???</p>
<p>I wouldn't take the JC course in Chemistry. I doubt taking it would "cancel out" the B. Also, it's largely redundant with HS chemistry and you wouldn't be learning much more. </p>
<p>Lastly, I wanted to remind you that no recent Oak Ridge graduate has succeeded in gaining admission to MIT. Despite excellent stats (1600s, 800s, 4.0, etc.), many applicants have been rejected. I think it has to do with the EC activities. Most students with great stats at our school seem to get rejected since they don't have the extra dimension MIT is looking for. I think MIT is looking for people who don't just theorize and idealize, but act on their vision. While you don't have to cure cancer or revolutionize science, you have to act on your dreams and aspirations. </p>
<p>While there are many ways to pursue your passions, most students Oak Ridge students dont. I think the community, or possibly the school, seems to instill a passive mentality. Students often limit their engagement in important affairs to student body. At Oak Ridge, though the faculty and staff are exceptional, they don't really have connections to major universities. To further the problem, students dont search for enriching programs. While one can apply for summer programs elsewhere, students at Oak Ridge are largely unaware of these offerings.</p>
<p>My passion, for example, is learning. But beyond learning, Ive applied that learning in pursuing my own ideas. Ive filed for 13 patents (currently pending approval). I had several ideas in Neuropsychology and Alternative Energy. Unfortunately, there werent many avenues for research. As a result, I had to create them. I wrote to university professors in distant colleges (like MIT). Luckily, their scientific community was generous and enabled me to advance my research.</p>
<p>Anyway, my point is: you have to pursue your passions. If youre interested in a musical instrument, spend ALL of your free time playing and improving. If youre interested in researching, search for an inroad. If youre interested in politics, get involved beyond the high school level. Though I havent been accepted into MIT (Im anxiously awaiting their decision), I think I have a general idea of what type of students they want. </p>
<p>Hope I havent given you more information than you wanted! </p>
<p>I'm facing the same battle you are.</p>
<p>13 patents?</p>
<p>man, you are in MIT for sure!</p>
<p>i wish i had done something >=[</p>
<p>I hope so! But, there's no guarantee. From conversations with adcoms and current students, my accomplishments are just above average. And, since I have a low SAT I score (1950) and its still a big dice roll!</p>
<p>my sat1 score is low as well.</p>
<p>i am counting on my EC's but they're not stellar or anything.
i think they're bit above avg?</p>
<p>If you don't mind my asking, what are your ECs?</p>
<p>my chance thread is right here:</p>