Overseas Academic Consultant at Nirali Advisory interviews Stephen Turban!

Stephen is a current Harvard PhD Student, and also the Director at Lumiere Education. He did his Undergrad from Harvard College in 2017 following which he worked with McKinsey & as a Fellow for Fulbright University.

In the interview, he shares his academic and professional journey with Nirali throwing light on important aspects of his strategy and choices which allowed him to gain admission into an Ivy League University.

He also speaks on the Importance of Research and Lumiere Education's role in providing access to deserving student candidates with incredible platforms and research mentors.


0:49 - Stephen Turban's Background
2:45 - Part 1 - Educational Journey
2:50 - Story, background, and driving values.
7:07 - Insights into preparation for Harvard, McKinsey, and Fulbright
13:48 - Coping with rigor and competition
17:14 - Advice for students wishing to apply at Harvard for Undergrad or Postgrad
19:54 - Part 2 - Lumiere Education & Research
20:15 - Story and Background
23:25 - Importance of Research: Personally, academically, and professionally
27:55 - Research: Types, methodologies, and misconceptions
31:30 - Tips before applying for a research topic/ methodology/ project and mentor
33:37 - Lumiere Education Application Process