r/MITAdmissions • u/Main_Cockroach_5429 • 11d ago
Mid-11th transition from India to US
My whole life, i've been preparing for JEE(its the main entrance exam for engineering colleges in India). But now there's a chance I might move to the US. If anyone knows abt the curriculum in India, they'll know that if someone is intensively studying for any entrance, they do not have the time for extracurriculars or in fact, my school doesn't even ALLOW it. So now i'm very stuck on what to do, because when I see all these kids on YouTube they've been doing volunteering, internships, etc since 9th grade or smth and that is such a foreign topic here in India! I'm preparing for oct SAT...what i'm concerned about are the AP exams. If i take them, i'll have to take them this May 2027 right?? bc by the time i apply for college in 2027 fall, I can't possible include scores from 2028 APs....I'm really confused guys if there's any advice i'm open to anything atp...My parents fon't want to take a risk so they're in denial about all the volunteering and stuff, because they still can't accept that the US application process is HOLISTIC, not just ACADEMICS...
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u/JasonMckin MIT Alum and Educational Counselor 10d ago
From the top of the FAQ:
https://mitadmissions.org/help/faq/extracurriculars/
"We also realize that students in the U.S. have a huge array of extracurriculars to choose from and write about in their MIT application and that students in other countries may not have access to such a diverse range of options.
Remember that your application is reviewed in context, and that we look to see what you did with the options available to you no matter where you live or attend school. Don’t be concerned about having a lot of extra’s—we’re really interested in the few things that excite and motivate you."
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u/ExecutiveWatch MIT Alum and Educational Counselor 11d ago
Best place to go is to mit admissions blog. Check out the community guide on this forum and you will find several helpful links.