Choosing the Right College for a Physician: MIT vs. Cambridge

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The discussion revolves around the choice of college for pursuing a career in physics, specifically comparing the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of Cambridge. Participants explore the admissions process, qualifications required, and the competitiveness of these institutions.

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  • One participant interprets the original post as referring to a physicist rather than a physician, suggesting a misunderstanding of the terms.
  • Another participant warns about the difficulty of gaining admission to both MIT and Cambridge, noting their high selectivity and the need for exceptional qualifications, such as very high SAT scores.
  • It is suggested that there is no definitive "best" college, as factors like cost, location, and personal fit should also be considered in the decision-making process.
  • One participant advises the original poster to contact both institutions directly for specific admissions information and qualifications.
  • A suggestion is made to check the colleges' websites for admissions information before asking further questions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the interpretation of the term "physician" versus "physicist." There is also a consensus that both MIT and Cambridge are highly competitive, but no agreement on a singular best choice or approach to admissions.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention the importance of researching various aspects of colleges, but specific qualifications and admissions criteria remain unresolved. The discussion reflects a range of opinions on how to approach the college selection process.

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Individuals interested in pursuing a career in physics, particularly those considering prestigious institutions like MIT and Cambridge, may find this discussion relevant.

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Hello guys,i am 16 years old and i love physics...I want to become a physician and i was wondering what is the best college to apply for when the right time comes.I am between MIT and University of Cambridge .. I also want to know how hard is to get accepted to those two or what's the qualifications !
Thank you
 
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First, I'll assume you mean a Physicist, since a Physician is a doctor and that has nothing to do with Physics.

Don't expect to get into those colleges. It is definitely possible and depending on how good you are may even be pretty likely, but don't rely on it. Apart from being VERY expensive, they are among the hardest to get into in the world, especially for Physics. You know how choosy moms choose Jif? Cambridge and MIT are even choosier. 98th or 99th perecentile SAT scores will be common among those who do get in, but past that I don't know exactly what the qualifications are.

To address the main question, there is no best college. There are many factors beyond a college's prestige, like cost and location and chance of admission. Thoroughly research all aspects of colleges you would think about going to. Good Luck!
 
nikos korn said:
Hello guys,i am 16 years old and i love physics...<snip>.I am between MIT and University of Cambridge .. <snip.
Thank you

So you are somewhere in the North Atlantic ;) ?
 
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nikos korn said:
Hello guys,i am 16 years old and i love physics...I want to become a physician and i was wondering what is the best college to apply for when the right time comes.I am between MIT and University of Cambridge .. I also want to know how hard is to get accepted to those two or what's the qualifications !
Thank you
You should write to both institutions and ask for admissions information. They should respond with the necessary qualifications and admissions forms to fill out and return should you decide to pursue it.

Competition for admission is intense and you should realize that these two institutions accept only a fraction of those applying for admission.
 
Why not just check the webpage and/or do a search on admissions and then ask more specific questions?
 
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