Arnold, Maryland
Is the process of going to college, med school, residency, etc., worth it, or is a safer career option a better decision financially?
I am a High School Senior, and have always wanted to be a doctor. I am struggling to decide between my state school (UMD), which is much cheaper, and UNC. At UMD, I would study engineering, giving up on my dream of becoming a doctor, while at UNC I would study biology on a pre-med track. #Spring25
If I were to design my long-term career path from the ground up, what combination of skills, roles, and environments would best position me for both professional growth and meaningful impact?
I am a college freshman majoring in Business Administration with a specialization in technology. I enjoy working independently and tend to do well in roles that involve problem-solving and analytical thinking. Although my academic focus is in technology and business, I also have a strong...
What is the best way to increase my chances of getting a good job right after college?
Entering the job market is intimidating for me. I know it’ll be difficult right out of college, but I hope to get a high paying job I enjoy without being too stressed trying to get hired.
What is the best way to search for college scholarships to help pay for school?
I am a senior in high school, and looking to attend a 4 year college. I am looking for the best way to find resources to pay for college.
How difficult was it for you to find an internship/ research lab opportunity in the sciences I'm going to be a bio major and am interested in finding labs to work on. What is your time there like? What roles would an assistant have??
How difficult was it for you to find an internship/ research lab opportunity in the sciences? I'm going to be a bio major and am interested in finding labs to work on. What is your time there like? What roles would an assistant have?
How do you find out what you will major in? What are the advantages of going to college as undecided as an incoming college freshman
What are the risks you need to take to dual or even triple major. I am going to college undecided and I have a wide range of interests and I am really overwhelmed by what the future holds. I am passionate about math and biology; however, I really don't know how to utilize my likes into an...
Will I enjoy my career as a criminal psychologist and will I maintain the friendships that I currently have? #Spring26?
Will I enjoy my career and if I’ll maintain the friendships that I currently have. #Spring26
How do you know what the right path for you is?
I am about to graduate from my BA and will soon pursue my MA in Forensic Psychology, but there are so many paths I could choose, and I don't know how to choose which path is the best for me. Additionally, I have always been very passionate, active, and vocal about criminal justice reform, but...
By pursuing a career as an attorney, what morals or principles might I have to adapt or compromise on, to competently provide legal services?
By pursuing a career as an attorney, what morals or principles might I have to adapt or compromise on, to competently provide legal services?
Passing PreCalculus College Math?
I will soon be attending Anne Arundel Community College, pursuing an associates in biology. Unfortunately, I am unable to start my science classes due to my math placement, so i'm instructed to take additional math. As someone that isn't well versed in math, how could I best be prepared to pass...
How can I combine my love for art and accounting? #Spring26
I plan to pursue a degree in accounting and would like to incorporate my love for art with it.
How can I stand out in the highly competitive field of architecture?
I am a woman going into architecture, and I worry about my lack of creativity. I am a highly determined individual but I am concerned I will not have good ideas.
What does a day in the life of an information systems management role look like and what are the best and hardest parts of your job?
Looking for any information and advice for someone entering the information systems management field.
What is the process like to become an elementary school teacher?
Hello! I am in school as an elementary education major & I was wondering what the process is like after graduating college to become a teacher? Do I have to student teach before becoming an actual teacher?
How do so many defense attorneys sleep at night and go on about their lives normally knowing that they are defending people who have committed horrible crimes ?
I am a 12th grader going on to be an attorney after college. I struggle with picking if I want to be a defense attorney or a prosecutor. I care greatly about mental health issues and including them in our legal system without a stigma. I am a huge advocate on ending gun violence in our schools.
What certificates should I get in order to be successful in cybersecurity?
I've gained an interest in cybersecurity, but I don't know what would make me appealing when applying for jobs and internships. What should I work towards getting and learning to develop and show my skills?
How have you guys managed to graduate from college debt-free?
I'd love all solutions! I've tried scholarships and an appeal. How many scholarships is a good amount to apply for, and what localized ones (DMV) are good to try out?
What classes should I take 11th grade year?
I want to be a pediatrician, and I attend a IB school.
what do I need to know for starting a business?
how can I make my first pot of gold as a 10 grader?
Will Artificial Intelligence take the place of jobs in IT?
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly growing every year. THE BIG QUESTION, "Will it take place of people's jobs?" I am curious to here your thoughts and knowledge on whether you think AI will take the place of jobs in IT.
What coding language would you recommend someone to learn in 2025 according to job availability, salary, learning curve, and the amount of things that can be made with given language?
I am a 15 year old high school student in the state of MD, and I have 2 and 1/2 years of experience of coding with LUA, used by a gaming engine called "Roblox Studio". Eventually I plan to widen my knowledge in programming, and I want to know what languages are in high demand in IT, and what...
What is the most crucial skill or area of knowledge a student should focus on right now to become a successful Hardware Engineer?
I am currently a student in high school and I am wondering what I need to study now to become succsessful later.
What's the one skill you learn in engineering that's so awesome it guarantees you won't get fired by a robot and helps you become the boss faster than everyone else?
What are the earning expectations for entry-level engineers?
What colleges are best for getting into the technology field, especially software development?
I'm currently a 10th grader in a dual enrollment program for computer science looking to get into software development. I have very little experience with programming outside of what was needed for class, like very basic use of the windows command prompt and Ubuntu. I would appreciate it if I'm...
What HBCU's should I look at for the high quality education in the Aviation field? Should I go to college and flight school or just go to flight school?
My overall carrer goal is to become an airline pilot for airlines like JetBlue or Aircanada, But I also want to go to college to experience an HBCU and the college experience itself. What HBCU's have the highest quality of education in their aviation degree programs. I would like to know so...
What factors are used in hiring for I.T. related jobs in the U.S.?
What kind of skills do they look for and or want for hiring in there
How can I build a portfolio in high school to get into IT?
I am already in a dual enrollment program taking IT classes, which I am aware is a very big step. However, I would like to know if there's any other things I could be doing to increase my chances of getting an IT position somewhere. I would like to try and be as desirable as possible as an...
What's the hardest part of being a forensic pathologist that people don't expect?
How do you maintain work–life balance in such a demanding and emotionally heavy field? What can I start doing now to prepare for this career? What are the biggest challenges?
What step do you need to take to become a Software Developer?
What organizations do most software developers go through when first starting out and why?
What kind of robotics are the easiest to start of with in order to get familier with it Is there some kinds of specific field that can help me get prepared for robotics once I get into college??
More specifically, Is there some sites, people, or places I can go to learn more about robotics? I want to be able to study more about robotics while I'm in high school so I'll be ready.
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