Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Any discussion of campus strictness at MIT has to include the fact that a freshman died in an alcohol-related incidentmore than 10 years ago. In the wake of this event, the MIT administration has made many changes in policies regarding freshmen, housing, and alcohol. As a result, penalties and punishments for alcohol- and drug-related infractions can be harsh. But the MIT administration generally doesn’t punish individuals; in general, the school will try to punish the living group where the student was drinking or taking the drugs. Punishments can be anything from prohibiting alcohol at the house to losing the actual housing license. Therefore, living groups, especially fraternities, tend to be as careful as possible.

These punishments only apply if you get caught, and most individuals are not. As for parties, campus police are most likely to respond to complaints about noise. (Parties are required to end at 1 a.m. in Cambridge.) The campus police can be strict or not, depending on the living group. If you’re an underage student consuming alcohol, just avoid the CPs, and you’ll be left alone. Definitely be cautious at parties, though, and practice common sense at all times.

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Campus Strictness at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

colinhMIT

Economics '15

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Punishments Are Severe

The police force can be pretty strict about underage drinking and drug use. First-time offenders get a letter sent home, and second- and third-time offenders are in danger of losing their housing. It’s pretty serious if you get caught, so my best advice is to do everything discreetly and not to be obnoxious about it. If you’re going to drink then drink, but don’t start advertising keg parties in your room. You will get busted!

Mar 02, 2012

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Campus Strictness at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

seafin

Computer Engineering '14

5.0

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Priority of Student's Well-Being and Success

The police and EMS service cares most about the well-being of students. and not under-age drinking. Academic policies are extremely fair. The school provides endless resources to help students succeed.

Jan 20, 2012

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Campus Strictness at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

mouseclick

Computer Science '14

5.0

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Freedom Is Great

Our administration is not very strict. They encourage safe hacking, and generally are not concerned too much about alcohol and drugs. If they are, it isn't prominent. Most of the issues come from within the IFC and JuddComm.

Jan 19, 2012

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