This Is MIT Physical Education & Wellness

A variety of instructional physical activity courses are available for undergraduate students to complete the Physical Education and Wellness General Institute Requirement which is four courses (8 points) and the swim requirement (swim course or swim test). SCROLL DOWN PAGE FOR QUARTERLY SCHEDULES.

Course Catalog General Information 2022-2023 Calendar (6/6/22)

Quarterly Schedules 2021/2022

Important Dates

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Summer PE&W ends- TR

August 2, 2022 at 4:20pm View Event

Summer PE&W ends- MW

August 8, 2022 at 4:20pm View Event

First Year- Swim Test

August 28, 2022 at 1:00pm More details

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A Look Inside...

MIT Physical Education & Wellness Program

Learn more from the program director, instructors and students in this short video.

Swim and Boat Test

Check out this video to learn more about the swim and boat test.

Fitness & Wellness

Described by students as "chill" and "engaging", these courses introduce new skills to enhance wellbeing while incorporating discussion and physical activity with peers in a low-stress environment.

Course Descriptions

Latest Wellness Tips & Student Stories

Physical Activity

Exercise & Learning: What’s the Connection?

How exercise positively impacts learning and overall mental health, as well as how to reap these benefits at MIT.

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Student Story

Gaining Time feat. Vyshnavi V.

Vyshnavi V. shares how different courses impacted her grad student experience.

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Get Your MIT Pirate Certificate

The Pirate Certificate is available for MIT students who have earned their points by completing Archery, Fencing, Pistol (Air Pistol or Rifle) and Sailing.

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