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College Experience | Small Fish to a Big Pond - A Penn State Experience
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Takeaways
- College planning starts early and requires foresight.
- Financial aid processes can be cumbersome and overwhelming.
- Choosing the right college can significantly impact your experience.
- Changing majors is a common experience among students.
- Reading and engagement are crucial for academic success.
- Adjusting to a larger college environment can be challenging.
- Academic advisors are valuable resources for students.
- Parents play a critical role in guiding their children through college planning.
- 529 plans can help offset college costs but require early planning.
- Understanding the realities of student debt is essential for future planning.
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Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Episode Introduction
01:20 - Kerstins' College Planning Story
10:16 - Changing Majors
17:04 - Read More!
18:37 - Choosing Your Career Isn't Easy
19:39 - Small Fish, Big Pond
23:22 - The Importance of an Academic Advisor
27:58 - College Planning as a Mom
35:05 - What is a 529 Plan
40:08 - The Metrics are Upside Down
41:10 - Having Crucial Conversations
46:02 - One More Piece of Advice
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