How much do freshman year grades matter?
In short, your child’s freshman year grades may be considered during admissions but only as part of the overall picture of their academic achievement—never in isolation. A weak freshman GPA will not rule your child out as an applicant.
What is the highest GPA at MIT?
5.0
A Filipino student graduated with a perfect grade point average (GPA) from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the US. Farrell Eldrian Wu, 20, a straight “A” student throughout, got a perfect GPA of 5.0, MIT’s highest grade.
How does MIT review my academic performance?
Faculty Committees use summary reports in end-of-term reviews of your academic performance. Grade definitions are published in the MIT Bulletin. The Committee on Academic Performance (CAP) reviews undergraduate grades and the Graduate Academic Performance Group (GAPG) reviews graduate students’ grades.
What is the first year at MIT website for incoming students?
Incoming first-year students are referred to the First Year at MIT website for detailed information on academics, the advisory system, and support services.
How many units can a first year student take at MIT?
First-year students who enter MIT in Fall 2020 and beyond may designate up to 48 units to be graded on a Pass/No Record (P/NR) basis after their first term through the Flexible P/NR Option. We calculate GPA for first-year students at the end of the spring semester.
Is there an experimental grading option available for first-year students?
For first-year students entering in Fall 2018 and Fall 2019, an experimental grading option is available. Students are also encouraged to review grading policies for Advanced Standing Exams during the first year. You will receive a grade of Pass or No Record in all subjects. P (passing) indicates a C- or better performance.