MIT GSC’s 2025 Ski Trip
January 24th – 27th
Jay Peak | Vermont
Ticket sales beginning Oct. 30
If tickets sell out, read instructions on and
join the waitlist and ticket exchange here.
v More info below v
Jay Peak | Jan 24-27, 2025
About
The Ski Trip is open to all MIT graduate students. The trip includes 3 days of skiing, boarding, and frolicking. Jay Peak ranks among the finest ski resorts in New England, with plenty of trails for all levels of skiing and boarding. A system of 9 lifts will take skiers and boarders to 79 trails, slopes, and glades.
We’re super excited to bring MIT up to Jay Peak this year. So, save the date!
- Nine lifts serving 79 trails, slopes, and glades
- Special discounts on gear rental and lessons
- Skiing and riding at a much sought-after resort for a fraction of the regular price.
- MIT exclusive waterpark party (included in the package)
- Pump House indoor water park available on other days (not included in the package, additional purchase necessary)
- Ice skating (not included in the package, additional purchase necessary)
- Clips & Reels Recreational Center complete with movie theater, arcades, and climbing wall (not included in the package, additional purchase necessary)
- High-quality accommodation with a full kitchen stocked with pots and pans and other necessities
- Jay Peak has 16 different restaurants on site (food not included in the package, additional purchase necessary)
Pricing
Early Bird tickets will cost $355 for those not taking the bus and $400 for those taking the bus. Tickets are limited and prices will increase when Early Bird runs out! Late Bird tickets will cost $385 for those not taking the bus and $430 for those taking the bus. There are absolutely no refunds and ticket exchange ends 12/15/24.
Timeline
- Ticket sales will begin on 10/30/24. Link will be posted soon on this page later.
- Early bird tickets are available for a limited time, starting 10/30/24. They cost $355 without the bus and $400 with the bus. Tickets are limited and prices will increase when Early Bird runs out!
- After you register for the trip (and if you buy a second ticket for a guest), please answer the required questions for YOU (and your guest) on the Engage registration form. Please put your (and your guest’s) information correctly or it will cause issues during housing selection and future important communications. You must also acknowledge that the information you are submitting is truthful and that you read through the information posted on https://gsc.mit.edu/skitrip/.
- Housing selection opens when ticket sales and ticket exchange ends. Ticket sales will end by 11/30/24. Ticket exchange will close by 12/15/24. Housing selection will close 01/03/25.
- Every participant must submit a digitally signed copy of the liability waiver by 01/08/25.
- Email the organizers at gsc-skitrip@mit.edu if you have not already received an email from DocuSign to sign the waiver.
Trip dates
Buses will leave Friday, 01/24/25at 12:00PM, and leave Jay Peak on Monday, 01/27/25 by 5:00PM. We will keep adding more details to the Trip Itinerary page. Keep checking back!
Eligibility
ONLY grad students and their guests are eligible.
ONLY those over 21 are eligible (IDs will be checked at the bus).
Lodging
- All participants will be housed in condos. Jay Peak will be offering us 4- and 6-person condos.
- 4-person condos: 1 bedroom with one split king bed in the bedroom and one queen sofa sleeper in the living room.
- 6-person condos: 2 bedrooms with one split king bed in the master bedroom, one queen bed in another bedroom, and one queen sofa sleeper in the living room
- Each condo features a living room, full kitchen, and fireplace. Note that specific beds/furnishing may vary by condo, even among condos with similar floorplans.
- See the separate instructions for housing selection. Importantly, we can’t guarantee individual housing preferences, including but not limited to roommate and gender preferences. Therefore, it is strongly encouraged to secure your housing group as soon as possible, and preferably before you purchase the tickets.
Frequently Asked Questions
General questions
What should I do if I have a question?
First, please carefully read through all the questions and answers on this page. There is a good chance it is answered here. If anything is still unclear, please send an email to gsc-skitrip@mit.edu. Your email will not be prioritized if the content is found in the FAQs.
How much does the trip cost?
Early Bird tickets will cost $355 for those not taking the bus and $400 for those taking the bus. Tickets are limited and prices will increase when Early Bird runs out! Late Bird tickets will cost $385 for those not taking the bus and $430 for those taking the bus.
What is included in the trip cost?
The 3-day lift ticket, 3 nights of lodging, water park access on a select day, and transportation (if the bus option is selected) are included in the trip cost. There is also a free commemorative gift from Jay Peak for each participant!
What is not included in the trip cost?
The trip cost does not include food, gear rentals, and lessons.
When will registration for the trip open?
Early Bird tickets will be sold from 10/30/24 until they run out. Ticket sales close 11/30/24. Ticket exchanges will also close 12/15/24.
What do I need to register?
Make sure you have a valid MIT certificate and have javascript and cookies enabled in your browser, and your credit card ready.
Who can go on the ski trip?
All MIT graduate students are welcome on the trip. Each MIT attendee may also have one unaffiliated guest on the trip. Hosts and guests must be 21 or over.
Can MIT alumni also attend?
MIT alumni may attend the ski trip as guests of current MIT grad students. For logistical and legal reasons, MIT alumni cannot buy tickets as hosts.
Cost and Payment
What if I don’t want to ski all three days or at all, is the trip cheaper?
No, this is an all-or-nothing deal. You pay the same price and will receive access to the mountain for all 3 days.
What payment methods are available for the trip?
We accept any credit card with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express logo on it. The billing address has to be in the United States.
Can I pay for my friend’s trip with my credit card?
Yes, you can pay for your friend.
I’m having trouble paying for the trip online?
Please contact gsc-skitrip@mit.edu
I selected the wrong package type. What should I do?
All ticket sales are final. We cannot change your ticket or provide a refund. You may be able to use the ticket exchange, but we cannot guarantee that the ticket type you want to sell or buy will be available. Ticket exchange closes 12/15/24.
Guest Policy
How do guests register for the trip?
To bring a guest, the MIT graduate student must order two tickets: one for themselves and one for their guest. After you register for the trip (and if you buy a second ticket for a guest), please answer the required questions for YOU (and your guest) on the Engage registration form. Please put your (and your guest’s) information correctly or it will cause issues during housing selection and future important communications. You must also acknowledge that the information you are submitting is truthful and that you read through the information posted on https://gsc.mit.edu/skitrip/. Only one guest per MIT graduate student is allowed.
Who is eligible as a guest?
Anyone who is not an MIT graduate student. This would include post-docs, friends, partners/spouses, and family. All guests, including family members, must be 21+.
Do guests pay a different price?
No, they pay the same as MIT students.
Can I drive while my guest takes the bus or vice versa?
Yes.
Rentals
How much are gear rentals?
You may choose to buy rentals for 1 day, 2 days, or all 3 days (though the lift tickets are only available all-or-nothing for all 3 days). Demo skis/snowboards or other premium equipment are not available at any discounted rate. The following table shows the discounted price from the previous year as a reference.
| Rental Equipment | 1 DAY | 2 DAY | 3 DAY |
| Ski Equipment (skis, boots, poles) | $49.00 | $81.00 | $105.00 |
| Snowboard Equipment (board, boots) | $49.00 | $81.00 | $105.00 |
What rental packages are available?
Ski rentals include skis, boots, and poles. Snowboard rentals include board and boots.
How do I rent equipment for the trip?
You can get rentals reserved by the following steps:
TBD. We will send an email to registered guests when we have more information. We assure you that we will provide you with the information once Jay Peak provides it to us.
How can I obtain my rentals when we arrive?
Jay Peak will have all the rentals ready for pick up on arrival on Saturday morning.
Lessons
What is the cost of lessons at Jay Peak?
Ski or snowboard lessons (2 hours) are $35 for a beginner/first time lesson. You may book up to one lesson per day. Each day costs $35.
What times are the lessons?
They are typically between 10:00AM and 1:00PM on each day of the trip. This is subject to change.
Group assignments
How will I indicate which friends I want to stay with?
To let us know who you would like to stay with, please read and follow the directions for creating and joining groups around 12/15/24.
When will I be able to submit group preferences?
Group selection will be available in December.
Lodging (Condos)
How many people per condo? Are there private rooms?
There are 4- and 6-person accommodations available. There will not be any private rooms. In most cases, two people need to share a bed.
Do I need to bring towels or bed sheets? How about kitchen appliances?
No, the condos are fully equipped, including full kitchens. You will probably want to bring some groceries.
Will free Wi-Fi be available?
Yes, free Wi-Fi will be available to all Ski Trip participants in their lodgings.
I am driving on my own. What about parking?
There is plenty of parking available at the resort.
Is there a grocery store nearby?
The resort has a variety of eateries to satisfy most tastes, as well as the Provisions General Store with some food products, beer, wine, and toiletries in case you forget anything.
How far from the slopes is the lodging?
Our condos will be a short shuttle ride away from the base lodge areas at Jay Peak.
Can I request my roommate(s)?
Yes. If you make groups, we will try our best to place people in the same group in the same room or condo. You can look at the floorplans on the Lodging page to give you an idea of the types of rooms. Rooms generally sleep two people.
Can I request single-gendered housing or share housing only with people I know?
No. We are unable to guarantee any housing preferences. Therefore, if you have a strong preference, you should secure a 4-person or 6-person group as soon as possible, and preferably before purchasing the tickets.
Transportation
When will we depart MIT? When will we return?
We will depart MIT at 12:00 PM on Friday and return between 9:00-10:00 PM on Monday, depending on traffic and weather. The departure time is set to avoid Friday afternoon traffic. Please look at the Trip Itinerary page for a more detailed schedule. Times are subject to change.
Can I pay less for the trip if I don’t take the bus but instead drive myself to Jay Peak?
Yes. A ticket, including the bus, will cost more than a ticket if driving yourself.
Exchanges/Cancellations/Waitlist
Can I get a refund if I decide not to go after paying for the trip?
We will not issue any refunds for the trip. However, for a limited amount of time after tickets sell out, you may find a replacement for your ticket. See the next question for more information.
I registered for the trip but no longer can/want to go. How can I sell my ticket?
There is a ticket exchange available after all tickets have sold out. The ticket exchange will close on 12/15/2024, after which you will be unable to transfer your ticket to anyone else. See separate instructions for ticket exchanges.
I didn’t register, the trip is sold out, but I still really want to go. How can I find a ticket?
You may still get a ticket using the ticket exchange until it closes on 12/15/2024.
I sold my spot to another person, but my package cost more than the package that he wanted. Can I get a refund for the difference?
No. We will not issue any refunds. We encourage you to take this into consideration when buying/selling spots on the trip.
Other
I have other questions that are not answered in the FAQs. Where should I send my questions?
Please double-check to make sure your question has not been answered in this FAQ. If you still have questions, send an email to gsc-skitrip[at]mit.edu.
Refund/exchange Policy
There are no refunds on ticket purchases unless an event is canceled. If an event is canceled, arrangements will be made to refund all ticket holders. Ticket exchange must be conducted through the official ticket exchange platform within the specified timeframe.
Waiting list and ticket exchange
Instructions for buyers
You can join the waiting list at https://mitgscapp.knack.com/ticket-exchange. You will receive an email confirmation when you join the waiting list. After 24 hours, you can use the link to see tickets posted and make offers. Check frequently, as tickets are offered for sale on a rolling basis. We have instructed the sellers to contact you directly to arrange payments. The ticket exchange will close on 12/15.
After the payment is complete, the seller will confirm the transfer online, and you will get an automated confirmation email. Your ticket status will change to “Transferred In” within 24 hours. Please note that we cannot help with any transactions that take place outside the ticket exchange system.
All ticket exchanges must take place using this system. Otherwise, you will not be allowed to check in at the resort.
Instructions for sellers
You will receive an email from gsc-ticketexchange@mit.edu with a unique link to manage your ticket, when the ticket exchange begins. Please do not share the link. This email will be sent to the attendee email address provided at purchase. Double check that you enter the correct email on Engage and contact gsc-skitrip@mit.edu if you need help.
The unique link allows you to offer your tickets for sale. To do so, set a price and change “List for ticket exchange” to “Yes”. You are free to set the price, as long as it does not exceed the price you paid. This event uses self-service pairing. This means that buyers will make online offers by themselves after you list your ticket(s) for sale. If someone offers to buy your ticket, you will get an email, and you will be able to use the link below to see the contact information of the buyer. You can then reach out to them directly to arrange payments. After you receive the payment, you should click “Transfer ticket” to confirm the ticket transfer online, which will also send a confirmation email. Your ticket status will change to “Transferred out” automatically within 24 hours. Please note that we cannot help with any transactions that take place outside the ticket exchange system. The ticket exchange will close on 12/15.
All ticket exchanges must take place using this system. Otherwise, the buyer will not be allowed to check in at the resort.
Do not upcharge the tickets
It is prohibited to sell the ticket(s) at a higher price than what you paid because the event is subsidized. If you do, we may cancel your ticket without any refund. If you notice any such behavior, please contact us at gsc-skitrip@mit.edu, and you may get a free ticket as a reward.