Think it's too early to plan for a deferred MBA? It's not, because the students who start now develop an unmistakeable edge. Deferred MBA programs at HBS, Stanford GSB, Wharton, and other top schools let college seniors lock in a business school seat before starting their careers, and acceptance rates favor those who prepare early. This session is built for rising college seniors (and their parents!) who want to understand the deferred MBA landscape before the fall semester chaos begins. In 45 minutes, you'll get my "way too early" Top 7 action list: the concrete things to do the summer before senior year to set up a winning deferred application. We'll cover: which schools offer deferred admission and how the programs differ, how to think about GMAT/GRE timing, what makes a compelling early profile, how to use senior year strategically, and the mistakes I see applicants make when they wait too long. We'll close with plenty of time for live Q&A (parents' questions welcome.) Whether you're just starting to wonder about the deferred MBA or already building your school list, you'll leave with a clear, prioritized roadmap for the year ahead.