75. An Innovative Pathway to an Engineering Degree: A Partnership between Industry, Community College & Texas A&M Engineering with Eddie Alvarado

College and Career Ready | Transition from High School to College

Join us to learn more about Texas A&M Engineering Academy program with our guest Eddie Alvarado, an inspiring alum and admissions advisor. We unlock the secrets of this innovative initiative, blending the intimate learning environments of community colleges with the prestigious engineering degree from Texas A&M.
Find out how this program not only lightens the financial load but also paves the way for academic success, providing students with smaller classes, lower costs, and a cohort model that fosters a collaborative community among future engineers.
In this episode we discuss:
Seamless Transition

• Discover how the program ensures a smooth transition from community college to university, integrating students into the Texas A&M culture and curriculum.
• Eddie Alvarado walks us through the entry-to-major process, highlighting early exposure to engineering specialties.

Advantages and Insights

• Understand how the program prepares students for success in the field.

Admissions Process

• Explore the holistic approach to evaluating candidates, with a focus on diversity and potential.

As we conclude our conversation with Eddie, we emphasize how the Texas A&M Engineering Academy extends opportunities to students from diverse backgrounds.

Discover how this program offers a high-quality education, and a supportive community, making your dream of pursuing engineering a reality.
Learn more about this program and to connect with Eddie:
https://engineering.tamu.edu/academics/academies/index.html
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiealvarado19/
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