Difference between MIT student and Harvard Student?

MIT students are more on math and science. Our curriculum, no matter what major, requires 2 semesters of calculus, 2 semesters of physics, 1 semester of chemistry, 1 semester of biology, and at least 3 other technical courses that form the core curriculum for all students. Students at Harvard who are not majoring in science or engineering are not required to have such a heavy basis in science and math.

To get into both schools, you have to have good grades in all subjects. A Harvard student should be just as good in high school math as an MIT student, but when it comes to higher level courses like differential equations and multivariable calculus, only the engineering students at Harvard can come close to matching wits with any student at MIT (even one majoring in Anthropology).

While MIT has humanities courses, the vast majority of our students major in science and engineering (with some in business as well). MIT students are required to take humanities classes to graduate, so we are well rounded.

As an MIT alum, I will say it seemed like we worked A LOT harder than Harvard students. We spent more time studying and did more all nighters. In addition, MIT does not give out honororary degrees like Harvard and we don’t put any weight on legacy admissions like Harvard. I would argue that it’s harder to get in and to get through MIT, but I know my Harvard friends would disagree.

When you’re in MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

you make Computers, Computer Programs, and Computer Related Applications.

Harvard students learn how to feel.