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MIT First Year Grant

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
United States Bachelor's No specific deadline stated for the First Year Grant; students must apply for financial aid by filling out the CSS Profile.

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Overview

A $2,000 grant provided to highest-need first-year students to help with extra expenses during the transition to college, such as sheets, towels, or a warm coat. The grant is divided equally between the fall and spring semesters and credits to the student account upon registration.

Eligibility

Host country
United States
Eligible nationalities
Open to all nationalities
Degree level
Bachelor's
  • Must be a first-year student
  • Must demonstrate highest financial need
  • Must apply for financial aid via CSS Profile

Funding coverage

  • $2,000 grant for first-year students
  • Divided equally between fall and spring semesters
  • For highest-need first-year students
  • Helps with transition expenses (sheets, towels, winter coat)
  • Credits to student account upon semester registration

Academic requirements

Minimum GPA
0 / 4

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