Day: December 28, 2025

Deferred from MIT? Do this Next (2025 Action Plan)

Quick Answer: If you were deferred from MIT Early Action, you still have a real chance at acceptance. MIT defers 64-72% of early applicants, and approximately 5-8% of deferred students are admitted in Regular Decision. The key difference? What you submit through MIT’s February Update Form, which opens in late

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How Long is a Common App Essay?

Table of Contents Quick Answer: How long is a Common App essay? The Common Application essay has a strict 650-word maximum limit. Your student cannot exceed this word count, and admissions officers recommend using most or all of those 650 words to fully develop their story. After 18 years of

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