How can I apply for MIT USA as a transfer student of undergraduate from India? Which entrance exam do I need to clear for the same?

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Vikas Kaushik Engineer | Author | Scholar-Level 17

7 years ago

Hi Rajeev,
You have to meet the credit points which are different for different departments. Please check with your university and also contact MIT admission office directly. To pursue UG courses you must take the SAT and SAT subject tests or the ACT. Also, you must take the TOEFL.

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