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2026 CAPD FAQs for Family & Supporters

During Campus Preview Weekend 2026’s Parent Programming, members of the CAPD staff shared information with parents and supporters. Access the presentation here, and see our FAQ section below for questions we have received from parents and supporters.

You may have …

By Kendel Jester
Kendel Jester Assistant Director, Early Career Engagement
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MIT graduate engineering and business programs ranked highly by U.S. News for 2026-27

Graduate engineering program is No. 1 in the nation; MIT Sloan is No. 6.

MIT News | April 7, 2026

U.S. News and World Report has again placed MIT’s graduate program in engineering at the top of its annual rankings, released …

By Janine Sazinsky
Janine Sazinsky Employer Relations Coordinator
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April Career Exploration Events

Spring is in full swing, and with it comes a packed lineup of opportunities to explore careers, connect with inspiring professionals, and expand your horizons. This April, MIT is hosting a diverse set of events—from coffee chats with top consulting …

By Qingqing Ouyang
Qingqing Ouyang Career Exploration Leader
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28 Aerospace Companies Extending Our Reach

Using the latest in tech, these companies are literally reaching for the stars.

Written by Anthony Corbo and updated by Rose Velazquez | Nov 14, 2025

Summary: Industry titans Boeing, BAE Systems, Inc. and SpaceX lead a dynamic aerospace sector pushing …

By Alexis Boyer
Alexis Boyer Alexis Boyer Assistant Director, Graduate Student Career Services
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QS World University Rankings rates MIT No. 1 in 12 subjects for 2026

QS World University Rankings has placed MIT in the No. 1 spot in 12 subject areas for 2026, the organization announced today.

The Institute received a No. 1 ranking in the following QS subject areas: Chemical Engineering; Chemistry; Civil and …

By Janine Sazinsky
Janine Sazinsky Employer Relations Coordinator
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5 things to do/not do when supporting your student in finding a major

The arrival of spring means that first year undergraduates are approaching their first opportunity to declare a major. As parents, supporters, mentors or advisors to these students, I want to share a few things to keep in mind as you …

By Erik Pavesic
Erik Pavesic Assistant Director, Career Advising & Training
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Office Hours

Monday 10AM-4PM
Tuesday 10AM-4PM
Wednesday 10AM-4PM
Thursday 10AM-4PM
Friday 10AM-4PM

Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment to meet with a CAPD team member for personalized assistance.

Contact & Location

Phone
617-715-5329
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CAPD operates out of Building 7-103 and Building E17-294.
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Cambridge, MA 02139