From Robotics to Cornell: A Father-Son Blueprint for College Success with Aarav & Ritesh Kumar
About this episode
Aarav and Ritesh Kumar share their insights on the college admissions journey to Cornell Engineering.
What does it really take to earn admission to a top engineering school like Cornell? In this episode, Shellee Howard sits down with incoming Cornell Engineering student Aarav Kumar and his father, Ritesh Kumar, to discuss the college admissions journey from both the student and parent perspective. They share how pursuing genuine interests, staying organized, and starting the planning process early helped Aarav build an authentic application that stood out. Whether your student is interested in engineering, exploring different career paths, or just beginning the college planning process, this episode offers practical advice and encouragement for families navigating today's competitive admissions landscape.
People in this episode
Host: Shellee Howard
Guests: Aarav Kumar, Ritesh Kumar
Topics covered
- college admissions
- engineering
- parenting
- student success
- application process
Keywords
- college readiness
- engineering school
- admissions journey
- application tips
- parent perspective
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Cornell, Cornell Engineering
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