Researchers, performing artists, visual artists, and makers have the option to submit portfolios for review by MIT staff or faculty through SlideRoom. For detailed information on each type of portfolio, please refer to the descriptions provided below. Creative portfolios are entirely optional and should only be submitted if they include work that is both significant to the applicant and relevant to their MIT application.
Portfolios must be submitted by the same deadline as the corresponding application cycle—Early Action or Regular Action.
Students who have undertaken a significant research project outside of their high school classes are encouraged to submit the Research Supplement via SlideRoom. If multiple research projects have been completed, applicants should focus on the one that is most significant to them.
Applicants should answer a brief questionnaire about their research experience and include a PDF of their abstract or research poster, if available. If the work has been published, a citation should be provided.
The research advisor, mentor, or Principal Investigator should be nominated to submit a letter of recommendation directly through the SlideRoom portfolio.
Please note that only one Research Supplement is permitted per applicant.
Visual Art & Architecture
The Visual Art & Architecture portfolio is intended for students with exceptional creative talent who wish to have their work evaluated by MIT's professional faculty and staff.
Submitting work via SlideRoom is recommended if the portfolio is a significant component of the application and showcases strong creative abilities.
All types of media are encouraged, including design, drawing, painting, mixed media, digital media, photography, sculpture, and architectural work.
Applicants may submit a portfolio of up to 10 images. Each submission should include the title, medium, a brief description, date completed, and a brief explanation of the work’s concept or inspiration.
Please note that only one Visual Art & Architecture portfolio is allowed per applicant.
Portfolio Fee or Waivers
The fee for submitting each portfolio is $10. However, recognizing that application fees can be a financial burden for some families, fee waivers are available for those who qualify. To request a fee waiver, applicants should email the SlideRoom portfolio team with the subject line "SlideRoom Fee Waiver" by the deadlines listed below. The email should include the applicant's full name and date of birth. Please note that the SlideRoom portfolio must be in progress to receive a fee waiver; waivers cannot be granted for portfolios that have not yet been started.
Fee Waiver Deadlines:
Early Action: October 27 (Portfolios must be submitted by November 1)
Regular Action: December 28 (Portfolios must be submitted by January 6)
Allow 3–5 days for processing. Applicants will receive an email confirmation once the fee has been waived and must then submit their portfolio by the specified submission deadline.
Supplemental Materials
The admissions process is conducted online. Creative portfolios can be submitted via SlideRoom for researchers, performing artists, visual artists, and makers who wish to provide supplemental materials.
If it is necessary to mail materials to MIT, please use the following address:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
77 Massachusetts Avenue, Room E38-200
Cambridge, MA 02139
Source: MIT
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