MIT BCS rejection received via email on 23 Jan. Wishing good luck to all awaiting results ????

Email to check portal

standard rejection letter. email to view decision in portal. Thank you for your interest in the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at MIT. After careful review of your application, we regret to inform you that we are unable to offer you admission to our program for the upcoming academic year. This decision reflects the exceptionally competitive nature of this year’s admissions cycle. We truly appreciate the time and effort you invested in your application and the opportunity to learn more about your background, achievements, and goals. The Admissions Committee recognizes the strength of your record and the dedication you have shown to your academic and professional development. We understand that this news may be disappointing. Please know that this decision was based on the volume of outstanding applicants rather than any lack of merit on your part. As you move forward, we encourage you to continue pursuing your goals with the same commitment and enthusiasm that led you to apply to our program. We wish you every success in your future endeavors. Thank you again for your interest in the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences. Sincerely, Matt Wilson signature Matthew A. Wilson, Ph.D. Chair, Graduate Admissions Committee Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences Massachusetts Institute of Technology Building 46 Room 5233 77 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02139

Ai 4 bio, interview with lab students

I have 10 first-author papers in ACS Photonics and 3 first-author papers in Nature, with 100+ citations in total. TOEFL: 90/120. Had interviews with 4 POI. Positive feedbacks in general. MENSA IQ = 150. Good luck to you guys!

Applied straight from undergrad. 3+ year research, 1 first-author publication.