Let's say you have a smart white 16 year old son. 1500 or so on the SAT, good grades, interest in science & computers. What advice for him?
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Replying to @HbdNrx
As bad as college is in many ways, I think going to a solid tech school like MIT may still be a good move.
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Replying to @HbdNrx
Is MIT likely w/ 1500 on SATs? Maybe CalTech or Harvey Mudd would be same high quality w/ less competition.
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Replying to @InaneImperium
Caltech is traditionally harder to get into than MIT. I'm not sure whether you need a 1550-1600 these days or not
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Replying to @HbdNrx
Anyway, I just meant check the stats and look for high-yield alternatives.
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Replying to @InaneImperium @HbdNrx
I'd say encourage good work habits; smart kids infamous for not learning executive function skills because they aren't challenged.
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Replying to @InaneImperium @HbdNrx
They also tend to shy away a bit from areas where they can't be #1, whether intellectual or athletic, so force him to be a loser.
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Replying to @HbdNrx
Yeah? It dovetails with your point about big fish/little pond. What specifically do you think you disagree with?
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The point is it's better to be the big fish, so go to a smaller pond (don't go somewhere that you'll end up being a loser)
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