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What are some of the major topics covered during an average economics course in college?
I am asking this question because I have an interest in business/economics and wanted to know more about what was covered in a economics class. #money #money-management #bussiness #stock-market #macro-economics
What the difference between media production and graphic design?
I'm a 10th grader, and I love to draw and paint. I know I want to work in a type of design medium but I don't know what. I want to work at BET or Empire. I also love music, and create album covers. I was thinking about graphic design but I'm unsure if they are the same thing. I want to work...
What is the difference between electrical and computer engineering?
I am a senior in high school and I have applied to college as an undecided engineering major. I have found some interest in electrical engineering but the more I research electrical engineering the more I start to realize that computer engineering is pretty similar. I know that there are...
Is getting MBA post-grad worth it? Bentley University
I am currently a consulting intern at a Big 4 company and was wondering if getting my MBA degree soon after my Bachelors degree is worth it? I have spoken with so many successful professionals in the firm without one and do not see the ROI being so high. I am currently on an accelerated MBA at...
What are some reasons to be a psychologist?
#psychology #psychologist I am in 11th grade and i am interested in psychology, I want to know some reasons why i should be a psychologist.
Is studying abroad is good choice for just anyone?
Hello, i'm a junior and I am not sure where I want to go after HS. I am still debating if college should be an option or not, and I would love to travel, see the world, make a difference. Thank you.
#travel #business #art #entrepreneurship #abroad
How do I become a photographer?
I know little to nothing about photography but want to begin to learn. #photography #photoshop #art #career
What are some careers if I'm interested in medicine and technology?
I'm interested in medicine because I want to be able to help people, but I also think technology (like computers) is really fun. I'm wondering what careers use both, so that I can combine these interests. #medicine #computer #healthcare #technology #healthcare-technology
How do I negotiate for the best terms on a software engineering offer when I don't have another offer to compare against?
Hello! I am a college senior with an offer from a decently large enterprise tech company to be a backend software engineer after graduation. I wish I had some sort of sign-on bonus or some relocation funds with my offer, because I'm not sure I can afford the first month of rent when I haven't...
If you majored in Computer Science, what is your current job title?
I want to major in computer science, but am #undecided as to what I actually want to do.
Grad vs. Undergrad
What is the most important part to undergrad in order to be successful if going to grad school?
Do employers look at what college you went to when hiring?
Do certain colleges look better on resumes than others for nursing?
I don't know exactly what i want to do. At first i felt like i wanted to do something in law, that also may partain to psychology but then i wanted to maybe do something in politics.
I am a very pesistant person. I always push for what i want or need. I want the best for people and help the greater good. I do feel as though we need more morally right people in this world and i want to be that person. Any way I can if thats with doing law or politics or something else for...
How difficult is it to make a living being a graphic designer??
I'm interested in being a graphic designer and doing commissions and selling art, but I keep hearing how difficult and unrealistic it is. Is it really so difficult? Is it possible?
What major should someone who wants to be involved in politics pursue?
I am in the 10th grade and still deciding what I want to do for a career when I am older. I either want to be involved with politics or in the business world. I am just wondering what the most popular majors are for someone with a goal of becoming involved in politics and government. #politics...
Help! I’m stuck between Med-School and Law, what do I go for?
I’m a freshman in high school, my GPA is 3.96 and straight A’s. I’m in a Medical Careers club and a Mock Trial club at my high school. This weekend I was in a Mock Trial as the defendant’s attorney in criminal proceedings(aggravated assault and battery charges for juvenile male, 17 tried as an...
What skill sets should I have if I want to pursue business management?
I want to study business management, and I was curious to see if I have the skills needed to study it. In addition, if I have the skills for business management in the real world. #business #management
What type of careers offer many traveling oppurtunities?
Honestly, I do not know what I want to pursue when I am older which makes looking at schools harder since I don't even know what to major in. All I know is that I am passionate about traveling, If I had a job that allowed me to travel all over the globe that would be a dream. #travel #traveling...
I spent most of my software engineering internship not programming. Will that hurt me in interviews for full-time roles?
I'm a CS major in college and I am about to finish up an internship in backend software engineering at a division of a very large tech company. Most of my time was spent reading code, reading documentation, learning to use internal tools, writing configs, writing test cases, minor bug fixes,...
Will I be able to make friends in med school (and in college too)?
#medicine #premed
How difficult is it to minor in a subject that is not at all related to your major?
I am a senior looking to be a nutritionist/dietician but I still want to pursue musical theater as a minor.
What's a good decision after getting out of the Military?
I was always deciding into being in the U.S Army or Marines something like that, so I was always thinking being in the Military to do service for years or do some years and become a police officer after the Military. #law-enforcement #us-army-military
Regarding a roomate, what would be the proper etiquette on who should bring what?
Rooming with another person is a big change, so I was curious on how to best assign duties. #dorms #college #college-advice #Roommates #Housing #On-campus
What college would you recommend for criminal justice majors?
I am a sophomore in high school in Boston and I am interested in the criminal justice field, but I do not know the best colleges for this major. I would like to stay in the state of MA if possible. #criminal-justice #law-enforcement
How do I get top schools to really notice me when it comes to sports.
My name is Yazlynn. I am 15 and a sophomore in high school. I love sports/hobbies. I did dance for a few years then last year, I wanted to try something new so I did volleyball and thankfully made the team. Not many big schools come to watch us play here in Boston so it's kind of hard to get...
How do I choose my future career?
I have four possible career interests and I don't know how to decide. I would love to be a Physician Assistant, Early Childhood Teacher, Pediatric Nurse, or Special Education Teacher. I can't decide because they all seem great. #pediatric-nursing #physician-assistant #early-childhood-education...
what's so great about being a computer programmer?
can someone help me. #computer #help #computer-programming #computer-engineer
Best job to take during college to help pay for school?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. I've started thinking about paying for college, and I am (like most people my age), Very Worried. Are there certain jobs that are flexible enough to allow for a college student to go to class while still paying more...
What does it take to become a software engineer?
What do I need to do to become a software engineer? What should I major in in college?
#engineer #software #engineering #technology #computer-software
What is better for joining the marines?
I am a high school sophomore and am looking forward to joining the Marines but i was wondering if members of the marines or a military personal could tell me whether it is better to join the marines straight out of high school or wait until after college? #college #military #marine
What skills does your job require?
I was wondering what day-to-day skills does your job require. Did you already acquire these skills before, or did you have to learn these skills? #jobs #skills
What can I do with an environmental science degree?
I am so passionate about the environment, and believe climate change is the most important issue. But after studying the environment, how can I turn that into a job? #science #biology #job-search #environment #climate-change
What does it mean to be a material science engineer?
I am a senior in high school and I have applied to college as an undecided engineering major. I read an article on material science engineering and I am very intrigued about this field of engineering. #engineering #college #material-science-engineering #undecided
Which software team should I pick for my summer internship?
I've been using CareerVillage ever since high school to get help, and I feel like I'm finally close to the finish line.. I'm a junior in college majoring in Computer Science at a well-known school. I accepted a backend software engineering internship for this summer, and I was recently sent a...
What types of careers are available for someone who majors in psychology?
I would like to know because I don't want to enter a career and at the end find myself struggling to find a job. Thanks! #psychology #careers
High school internships
Are there any internship opportunities available for rising sophomores and/or rising juniors in high school? Possibly in major technological industries such as Google, Apple, Microsoft, etc?
#apple #google #microsoft #internships
How do you make a budget in college?
I find it really hard to make a budget. #saving #budget
Best advice for getting into a law school?
Hello! I posted a question earlier today about the best tips to become a lawyer and I have some follow up questions like what is the best path to take? Is it hard to get into a law school? And what should I do in my 4-year college to get ahead/have an advantage? Lastly what’s the best law...
How often do college students get to go back home?
I know there are breaks during semesters, but I've also heard there's "dead time" in between those breaks as well. I am going 4 hours away from my home and I have people that I want to see more often than on holidays. Do I just have to wait until breaks or will there be a time that I can go...
How do you stay up after working all day?
I've started working for 8 hours/day this summer, and I've noticed that when I get home I'm always sleepy or actually sleeping within a few hours. Last night, I went to bed at 8pm!! It's really cramping my style. What is the secret to getting back to my normal sleep schedule, AKA sleeping from...
How do I prepare for Pre-Law in college
I am a sophomore in high school who is interested in perusing a career in law. I am interested in what I can do to make college easier for me. Any response is much appreciated
How much money can I earn making video games?
I love games and gamers! I am thinking very seriously about getting into the video game industry and I am definitely going to go to college. I know it is really popular and competitive and I am going to work hard and look around for any opportunity. When I get out of college what kind of money...
What is a gap year and is it for me?
I have heard that more and more students are taking gap year after high school and before their college studies. I know the general gist but what exactly is a gap year and why might I want or not want to take one? #college
How much does it cost to be an actor?
Im a freshman and I am interested in being an actress. Before I jump to just wanting to act, I want to know how much money it will cost me.
How do I choose my major if I'm passionate about two different things?
I'm really passionate about film and education, but am struggling on which to major in. I enjoy the education class I'm currently in more than the film theory class I took last semester and feel that it's the reason why I feel conflicted on my prospective major, but I also want to become a...
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