Cut Throat College Planning

College Experience | Keep Your Doors OPEN - Jon Bessette, MIT PhD Student


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Takeaways

  • College planning requires a strategic approach.
  • Engagement in the planning process is crucial.
  • Students should take an active role in their education.
  • Understanding college requirements can ease the application process.
  • Networking with college advisors can provide valuable insights.
  • Time management is key in balancing college prep and academics.
  • Utilizing resources effectively can enhance the planning experience.
  • Setting clear goals helps in the college selection process.
  • Parents play a supportive role in their child's college journey.
  • Staying informed about deadlines is essential for success.

Get in touch with Jon @ [email protected]

Below are some links to projects Jon has been working on:

  1. MIT Morningside Academy for Design: https://design.mit.edu/people/profile/jonathan-bessette
  2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrLFsp3WUPk&ab_channel=MITMorningsideAcademyforDesign
  3. MIT Global Engineering & Research Lab: https://www.gear.mit.edu/jon-bessette , https://www.gear.mit.edu/
  4. MIT JWAFS: https://jwafs.mit.edu/projects/2024/smart-buckets-measuring-water-access-rural-india
  5. UB: https://www.buffalo.edu/fellowships/start/our-scholars/bessette.html
  6. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlGjaE3L-Og&ab_channel=UBuffaloFellowshipsandScholarships


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Chapter Markers:

00:00 - Introduction

2:08 - The Preparation Process

6:12 - The Essay

8:55 - Presidential Scholarship Winner

13:55 - From Med School to Mechanical Engineering

16:55 - Make Sure You Are Introspective in High School

18:53 - College Prep Bootcamp Plug & High School

23:02 - Which Colleges Should You Actually Visit?

27:18 - College Interviews & Asking Questions

32:46 - Make Connections & Get Advice

40:58 - One More Piece of Advice

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