Aikenton, GA
If your major was criminal justice and you graduated with a bachelor’s degree, what was your first job in the field?
If your major was criminal justice and you graduated with a bachelor’s degree, what was your first job in the field? Do you feel that the pay has been enough to support yourself? I’m feeling a bit nervous because I’ve heard from many people that it can be difficult to succeed in this field. I’m...
How should I prioritize what scholarships I apply to I only have so much time to apply for scholarships, and I don't want to waste time on time things that, even though I quality for, I realistically won't win?
How should I prioritize what scholarships I apply to? I only have so much time to apply for scholarships, and I don't want to waste time on time things that, even though I quality for, I realistically won't win?
What are good ways to manage heavy class loads?
My school requires us to take 17 credits and I want to equally do good in all my classes.
What is the easiest scholarships to apply for?
I am in 12th grade and I am 18 years old.
What should I be putting my time towards right now?
As a 12th grader who hopes to pursue a degree and career in cybersecurity, what are a few important skills someone in my position should be developing right now for them to have a smoother transition into their college/career? #Fall25
How can I hone my crafts in both pastry and baking, alongside art during trade school, while balancing my business, entrepreneurship, and personal life?
I'm currently 17 years of age and tend to worry about not being able to balance the hobbies that bring me joy in life. For context, I plan to attend trade school to master my skills in pastry and baking for a certificate degree. Moreover, I want to be a home baker for a living. Specifically...
How to start an embryology career, and/or how to get a job as a lab tech?
Hello, all! How do I start a career in embryology? I just recently discovered my interest in embryology, and I would love to get started. I just have no clue how. For some context: I am graduating with my BS in Biology with a minor in chemistry. I participated in undergraduate research for 3...
What are the highlights and challenges associated with becoming an anesthesiologist in the United States? #Spring25
What major best prepares one to become an anesthesiologist? How to navigate undergraduate education to prepare for medical school?
What is the best course of you aren’t enjoying the courses for a major you have wanted since you were young ?
What should I do if I’m struggling in my college courses, but they are essential for the profession I want to enter? Should I consider changing my major, or are there other strategies I can explore to improve my experience? #Spring25
How can I reduce the amount of student loans I have to get?
I am a 12th grader going to college in the fall. I have committed to a private school for my undergrad, but I am stressed about the amount of debt that I will have for the next few years. Does anyone have any tips on how I can reduce the amount of money I will owe by the time I leave? #Spring25
What path would I follow to end up with a career in forensic accounting?
I am currently an accounting major, but do I need a minor in criminal justice in order to get a position??
What is the best field of management to major in when looking to pursue an individual music career; looking to self manage as an artist. I am looking to learn about how to manage money and a career artistically while minoring in music. ?
What is the best field of management to major in when looking to pursue an individual music career; looking to self manage as an artist. I am looking to learn about how to manage money and a career artistically while minoring in music.
What advice would you recommend for an aspiring anthropologist?
Despite attending college and planning to transfer, the process is still overwhelming. I want to major in anthropology, but I have no way to go about gaining experience.
I’m a 12th grader planning to go to college first and possibly join the military afterward to gain experience and security clearance for a cybersecurity career. What’s the best major or minor to pair with cybersecurity to stay competitive long-term, especially with how fast AI and cloud technology are growing?
I’m trying to future-proof my career in cybersecurity and stay ahead as the tech world keeps changing. I want to know what minors or related fields would actually add long-term value — whether that’s AI, cloud computing, data science, or something else. I just don’t want to waste time on...
What is the most challenging part about being a clinical psychologist?
I am 20 years old and getting closer to graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. I am having trouble with choosing one specific field to enter, but I am leaning more towards clinical psychology. Need some advice!
How much does my college major really influence whether I’ll land my dream job? #Spring25
Choosing a major often feels like one of the most important decisions in college. Many students are told that their major will define their career path — but in reality, the connection between what you study and what you do after graduation isn't always direct. How much does my college major...
Librarian Job Search Tips?
What tips do you recommend for someone who is finishing their master of library and information science (with a concentration in archives) and beginning their job search?
As an upcoming climatologist, can marine science, a major I have grown to love, work into my desired field #Spring25?
Basically, I have dreamed of being a climatologist since middle school and that dream was crushed when I got rejected at GA Tech and UGA for Earth and Atmospheric Science. However, I transferred to Savannah State and became fond of my major of marine science due to learning about the ocean and...
What should i be doing to land a job in Technology?
I'm currently looking for any internships or even entry level job to help get my foot in the door. I want to be a data scientist, and I'm currently taking up some online courses and IT programs like Forage and PerScholas to help me. Im looking into doing some side projects on my own, but i just...
How to decide between a major in film or finance?
I'm torn because my film teacher said that you don't need a degree to work in film, but isn't that the same with accounting? My true career goal is to become a film director, but I can't practice anything without equipment -equipment is expensive and from what I know accounting pays pretty well...
How can I get over this lack of motiviation?
I know I have interests, there's a section of my room dedicated towards things I truly know I care about. Guitar, Piano, Cameras, microphones for when I sing to record and my drawing tablet. But I can't bring myself to actually get up and practice - or if I do, I give up quickly. People say...
What are High School classes needed to become a crime scene cleaner ?
Anything would be helpful.
What's my gpa on the normal scale? my school does a weird thing and i cant figure it out
I have a 89.000, which is the weighted gpa. but aren't most gpas on a 1.0 - 4.0 scale? what does it mean? what's my grade on a scale?
Do I have a chance in college?
I been asking a lot about college applications and I'm still not sure if I want to reveal my real life story or choose something safe - yet unique to stand out. My unweighted GPA is a 3.3 while my weighted is a 3.7. I haven't done any extracurricular until my junior and senior year due to...
How can a student with no work experience find and receive remote work (internships, volunteer work...etc.)?
I’m a senior majoring in Computer Information Systems, but I don’t have any experience in the field yet. I’m finding it difficult to secure remote work, as I either face rejections or come across opportunities that turn out to be scams. I could really use some guidance.
Is my life considered a sob story? Should I even consider writing about this in my college essay?
I seen times and times again about people saying that it's not smart to make your essay about your trauma. But I'm confused as to what is considered one. My family to be middle class. So no real financial struggle, but I have gone through some serious stuff such as emotional and sexual abuse...
How can I make my first step into film?
I been in video production since freshmen year, only missing one year as my new school didn't tell me it had a CTAE class about film. (I'm a senior this year) Despite all this, I wish I had more experience. I bought a camera off of eBay (SonyA100) so I can get more personal experience with...
Should I major in film and minor in accounting? Or should I just minor in film and major in accounting? I'm even thinking about doing double major.
I'm a rising senior, so I still have time to pick between this. My passion is for film, but I'm also interested in finance/accounting. I plan on going to GSU - which I heard has a pretty good film program.
how can i start my online business in college?
how can i start my online business in college?
What is something you wish you knew before moving states for college?
I am currently 17 and enrolled in High-school. I’ve been having a few questions but most of them just seem out of the air.
Is there anything that you would’ve liked to hear like residency, financial assistance, scholarships etc?
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