Mentorship. Community. Advising. Belonging.
The Crown is a cohort-based advising and mentorship program in the Office of Academic Community, Empowerment, and Success (OACES) designed to holistically support the academic, personal, and professional development of MIT women from underserved communities. The Crown is open to all students regardless of race, gender, sex, ethnicity, or national origin.
Program Benefits
- Receive one-on-one mentorship from alumni, current graduate students, or industry partners who understand the MIT experience and can offer guidance as you explore your academic, personal, and professional goals.
- Build meaningful peer relationships as part of an academic advising community
- Participate in our Big-Little Program, connecting first-year students with upperclasswomen to foster mentorship, friendship, and community across class years.
- Receive personalized advising
- Attend leadership workshops, networking events, wellness programs, and social gatherings designed to help you flourish both inside and outside the classroom.
Our Four Pillars
Academics
Support students in their learning and academic journey.
Professional Development
Gain the tools and skills needed to succeed in your professional career.
Community
Build lasting relationships rooted in belonging, collaboration, and mutual support.
Personal Development
Explore opportunities that strengthen and encourage you to become your best self.
Become a part of The Crown
Join a community of women committed to supporting one another through mentorship, leadership, and lifelong connection.
The Crown 2026-2027 application cycle is now closed.
Click here to be added to an interest list.
Eligibility
MIT first-year and sophomore students. The Crown is a cohort based program which admits most students during their first-year with a limited pathway for sophomores seeking an advising community.
Important Dates
- August: Applications open
- September: Virtual Info Session
- September: Applications close