I think of "elite" (M7/T15/whatever) programs as an expensive recruiting mechanism. To get in, you need great work experience, great recommenders, excellent te

I think of "elite" (M7/T15/whatever) programs as an expensive recruiting mechanism. To get in, you need great work experience, great recommenders, excellent test scores, and a great story. Basically things that signal you're generally pretty smart and can learn quickly.