Algonquin, Illinois

How would I be able to get to my dream career quicker which is a neurosurgeon in the medical field? What are some steps I could take either now or in the future to help me progress and get through college?

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I do track , i love to read

Currently, I'm watching YouTube videos and studying the information I need to know. I want to try to volunteer at any hospital, but I'm not exactly sure what I would need to do to volunteer. I'm also wondering what I can do to already be prepared and have most of my pre-reqs, if that's even...

I'm a 10th grader in high school and want to create a resume. What are some key things I can put in it to be eye-catching? What are some things I can do over the summer to make my resume better?

what are some apps that I can program on

I am in 10th grade and after high school I want to go to an trade school to become an traveling chef. I want to know the salary range, benefits, and any advice on becoming an upcoming traveling chef in the future.

I'm a 10th grader at Catalyst and I want to start my resume.

my grades arent looking to good but i have gone to an after school matterss program three times and we made a mural for the wintrust bank in little village

Any specific companies people can think of? I want to try and find something that I can work without too much brainpower post-grad and then use my extra time to make art for tabling at conventions.

What type of questions will improve the chances of getting hired or at least referenced to another job? And if I research about the company should I bring it up? If so in what ways would I mention this?

Hi! I’m a high school senior planning to study astrophysics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I’m passionate about space research, programming, and science outreach, and I’ve been involved in community service, teaching, and school leadership. I’m looking for advice on how to...

I currently train in MMA, wrestling, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and I plan to continue jiu-jitsu in college. Outside of sports, though, I haven’t really developed many other hobbies beyond playing video games.

I've been thinking about psychology and a minor in philosophy since I heard that those two are really helpful, especially for the LSAT, but I'm still not super confident. I know Political Science and Criminal Justice are great candidates too, but I need help deciding !!

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I am a junior, and I just received my SAT score of 1440 on my second try for March (math: 730 and reading: 710). My first try was 1410 back in September (math: 750 and reading: 660). I have been studying for at least the past three months, every day for 1 hour, alternating between reading,...

I am a junior in my 2nd semester of high school. I took a course load of 5 APs and over the summer my mother was diagnosed with cancer. I’ve had a hard time managing my life and honestly am very mentally overwhelmed. I have taken AP Physics C and second semester I am on track for a D or F with...

I am an International student who has recently moved from a different country and don't know if there is a specific format to answer short-essay questions in summer programs. Is there a specific technique that recruiters look for when they look over short-essay questions?

I am leaning toward taking it all four years and reaching either Spanish 4 or AP Spanish because when I become a doctor, it would be useful for me to communicate with my patients. On the other hand, if I dropped Spanish after my sophomore year, which would mean I would stop either Spanish 2-3,...

I know that I want to do this project in neuroscience. I would love to one day enter the Regeron STS. I recently started studying on my own about the brain, but there are so many things I need to learn and understand, so a mentor or internship where I will learn and perform lab experiments with...

In my school, U.S. History is a required course. Consequently, I could take this course over the summer, but it would not be AP. I am really passionate about learning about the brain, hence I would like to go into neurosurgery. For this reason, some medical classes I could take at my school...

How to pursue a career as a commercial artist/ art director?
What colleges would be best to apply to preferably staying within the Midwest?

Hi! I want to start a non profit which gives support to teen though online a platform like connecting them to other teen for help or like counselor at 0 cost. I actually experience and struggle with finding help with my depression as a teens and I wanted to start this non-profit to help those...

Hi! I'm currently a sophomore and 15 years old. I want to start cold emailing for research opportunities, but I'm not sure where to begin. Should I email a professor or a graduate student and ask if they know of any professors who have openings? I saw someone recommend that approach. Do you...

Im from Gairfield Ridge, speak both English and Spanish

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I am in 12th grade and am going into college next year. I enjoy biology and health and want to pursue engineering, but am unsure if I should do another type of engineering.

I'm interested in a career focused on Federal investigations, specifically psychological analytics. I would really like to be able to experience what it would be like however I'm worried I wont be able to find an internship that covers the crucial experience I need to know this field of study...

Financial aid's a broad term that covers scholarships, loans, etc. I was wondering for example, Loyola gives you a 32k scholarship. Would that be all the money you recieve? Or later in the early spring, they look at whatever FASFA sends over?

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Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...

I am in 12th grade hoping to major in biology next year on a pre-med track. I am interested in helping people, and hopefully traveling the world healing people once I become a doctor. I want to best prepare myself in college, so that I have high chances of being accepted into medical school.

I am currently an accounting major at Elgin Community College, and plan to transfer to a four-year college in Fall 2026. I have taken a few accounting courses and would like to gain work experience before I graduate.

I'm interested in studying Forensics, and though I believe I can handle complex cases, I want to know how It effects other Forensic Scientists so I can be aware.

I am worried about how to balance academic load with sports, work, and social activities. #Fall25

I am concerned about the adjustment to college and would like to know the best tips for staying on top of grades and balancing sports, work and social activities.

I am currently a Senior at York Community High School in Elmhurst IL, I am interested in possibly going into healthcare but also business but am trying to figure out how I can integrate the two together, I want to make sure that the major I choose is something that I will enjoy for the rest of...

Is criminal justice and or political science a good major to prepare for law school? And if not what is the most important things to practice to prepare for law school?

Where are the best forums to introduce yourself as freelance (for someone soon to have animation degree) to get hired for jobs and recruited for team projects ?

I want to become an anesthesiologist assistant even though STEM is not my strong suit. How can I power through and succeed?

I feel like everyone either chooses a major based on thier skills or their passion in that field. However as someone who hasnt really figured out what they want to do in life how did you guys know what you wanted to do with your degree and still be happy?

Ive always struggled with answering what exactly i want to do with my future. I dont really have a set goal in mind with what i wanna do i just know that it has something to do with Arts. I also have a great passion writing and journalism which is a career im thinking of exploring too.

How Often did you have to practice on the software to start getting a solid starting point for 3d animation? Practice hours? What steps and how many trial and errors to get a solid grasp for the software?

I am a sophomore in Purdue University studying Computer Engineering. I enjoy programming, creating circuits, and learning new things.

When you believe you have undiagnosed mental problems, what is the best way to talk notes? The field that I am in requires a lot of noting taking.

With the use of a.i. progressing at a rapid rate, how do you think the fashion industry will be affected?

I'm a high school senior trying to swim through the pool of life. I have support but it all just seems overwhelming sometimes. What to do? Where to go? How to go? THE QUESTIONS ARE ENDLESS

What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions? #fall25

I'm currently a senior in high school, and have intentions to major in mechanical engineering (BS). What are some internship or study abroad programs that I can take summer of 2026 before I start college that would help boost my skills, experience hands-on research and/or projects, and learn in...

When applying to software engineering positions and the like, people often recommend doing Leetcode, but I'm not sure if it would be the same for other roles!

Highschool, Going to college