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Anika May 24, 2018 1615 views

How do I determine my major?

I'm stuck deciding between a few majors. How do I narrow it down? Is it better to go in undeclared? #majors #major #college-major #choosing-a-major #double-major

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Benjamin May 21, 2018 1279 views

How can I make studying abroad for a semester and taking science majors work?

I really want to experience other cultures and areas while in college, but the problem is that in science based majors vocabulary can be very important. Is there anyway I can change course for a single semester abroad? #pre-med #science #study-abroad #academic-advising #course-selection

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Benjamin May 21, 2018 1978 views

What course are a must-have for a psychiatry pre-med?

I just wanted to know which courses I could get a head start on. #medicine #psychiatry #pre-med #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare #academic-advising #classes #courses

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Joi Apr 05, 2018 1514 views

How much student loans can I take with a mechanical engineering starting salary

I am a mechanical engineering sophomore and I recently learned my parent can only contribute about 5% of my college finances. What is an affordable, realistic amount I can take out in student loans so I don't drown in student debt? For more information, I live in New Jersey and my dream job...

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Joi Apr 05, 2018 1621 views

What steps can I take to make college affordable?

I am a current college student in my sophomore year. I recently learned that my parent will only be able to contribute about 5% of my college education. What are some steps I can take to make college more affordable? I am already working as a co-op and saving as much as I can. I would prefer...

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Catherine Apr 03, 2018 2170 views

Is computer science really that high demand?

Everyone always says that computer science is a quickly growing field. However, does this mean I should pursue computer science and be guaranteed job security? #job #security

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Catherine Apr 03, 2018 992 views

How do I know what's my passion?

I know it's not enough to like doing something, so how do I know if a class or activity is something that I will love doing for the rest of my life? #job #job-search

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Catherine Apr 03, 2018 1239 views

How do I start to learn how to program?

Computer science is important in all jobs and aspects of life, but I don't know where to start when it comes to learning how to program. #computer-science #computer-programming

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Catherine Apr 03, 2018 1376 views

How do you start getting involved in research in college if you have never done it before?

As an aspiring physicist or astrophysicist, I know that research is a central part of the job. However, I have never been involved in research in high school and want to pursue it in college. #science #physics #research

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Aubrey Mar 20, 2018 992 views

Why is it so confusing getting student loan information?

I find a lot of information about why private student loans are the worst way to go to pay for school, but as the last of 8 kids in my family I need to pay my way through college. I received a good package from my school, but there is still a gap and it seems like no one from my financial aid...

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Aubrey Mar 20, 2018 1034 views

I would like help finding scholarships that are not scams.

I have received a good package for college, but am still short of paying for the degree I am pursuing in art therapy.. I am the last of eight kids in my family and I have to pay my way through college. I don't mind spending the time writing essays, etc. but I am finding it difficult to find...

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Madelyn Mar 05, 2018 1530 views

What happens right after college graduation?

In the summer after I will graduate college, what happens? Will I have a job to start that summer? Will I start with internships? What happens if I don't have either? #jobs #internships #after-college

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Madelyn Mar 05, 2018 1108 views

How can I afford college if I don't have anyone to help me get loans?

Both of my parents have very bad credit due to my father going to jail multiple times. Because of this, I am worried that I won't be able to get loans for college. I have no one to cosign for me and I can only get around $5500 through the federal government. #financial-aid #college #loans...

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Joi Jan 23, 2018 1280 views

Getting over fear of taking the initiative

I'm currently in an internship and I'm being constantly told to take the initiative. What are some tips to doing this? Also, consciously, I know that I am here to learn, that mistakes will happen and that I'm not going to get hated for asking too many questions. But whenever I am supposed to...

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Joi Jan 23, 2018 1357 views

What is the best way to stay in contact with co-workers after an internship?

I currently have an internship in Ohio but my school and permanent address is in New Jersey. The people here are good people and might help me in the future. I want to maintain some contact so the opportunity doesn't disappear. What is the best way to maintain contact even when I get busier in...

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Alexa Jan 22, 2018 1040 views

What are the top medical schools on the east coast?

I am beginning to look for medical schools to attend in a few years, and I would love to have a jump start and having an idea on which are ranked highly.

#medical-school

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Alexa Jan 22, 2018 1005 views

How can I best prepare myself in my undergraduate years for medical school in the future?

Ever since I was young, I always wanted to be a oediatrican. Now that I am in college, my dreams can start to become a reality and I want to know the best tips on how to be as successful and as prepared as I can be for medical school.

#medicine #medicalschool

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Joi Jan 21, 2018 1505 views

Know what your dream job is?

As a mechanical engineer, I know that I have many options for my career choice. But I am also worried that I won't be able to find a job that I enjoy. What are the best ways or what are the right questions to ask to find out if I like a job or not? #enginnering #happiness...

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Jessica Jan 19, 2018 1028 views

How can I get an internship in my field

I am looking for internships for Food Scientists but all I can find are companies looking for experienced scientists. #internships #foodscience

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Alexis Jan 17, 2018 675 views

The balance between School and sport/social life

I am wondering if i can keep a super busy schedule in college, while maintaining great grades? #iceskater

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Alexis Jan 17, 2018 855 views

Is it right college decision for me?

I have applied to multiple colleges with multiple scholarships. But the cost is just so expensive. I'm really in love with a college but it cost so much money. Another college gave me an almost free ride. But im stuck and I'm paying for it all on my own. So what do you recommend. #college #biology

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Mike Jan 16, 2018 899 views

Best skill to improve your worth to a company

What is the skill that has the highest return on investment outside of going to school #engineering

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Mike Jan 16, 2018 1311 views

How do I find internships at smaller companies

I want to do service engineering at a smaller company with potential for growth, and want to find a way to contact companies #jobs #engineering

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Patricia Jan 16, 2018 1200 views

Are there good science schools with family living?

I am a full time student and a single mom. My college is about 45 minutes away and I am struggling trying to find time for everything and still making sure I am with my kids everyday. I am living in a pretty toxic environment and need a place that has family living. Most colleges don't unless I...

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Patricia Jan 16, 2018 2318 views

How do you balance kids and school and working?

I am a full time student and a single mom. My college is about 45 minutes away and I am struggling trying to find time for everything and still making sure I am with my kids everyday. Any advise. #wildlife-biology #parenting #work-life-balance #time-management

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Sierra Jan 16, 2018 1029 views

What’s the real definition of success?

#life #standards #wondering

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Marisol Jan 16, 2018 1114 views

How do you use time management for school home, work and family?

Working fulltime and going to school taking 2 classes per semester. How do you manage the time between school, work, home and family? Looking for better ways to manage my time with everything so nothing falls short and i am able to still do things with my family and everything else....

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Marisol Jan 16, 2018 1304 views

What is the best advise you can give for a student who is new to college that would like to apply for scholarships.

What is the best advise you can give for a student who is new to college that would like to apply for scholarships. How do you go about it and how do you know which ones are legit or not? Where do you start?
#scholarships #college #financial-aid #college-tuition

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Emma Jan 13, 2018 1119 views

How important is the college you go to for undergrad when applying to medical school/

I have been accepted into a couple of honors programs at good colleges which included good merit scholarships. I have also applied to a couple Ivy League and schools and am wondering if I get accepted if they are really worth the extra cost when applying to medical school? I would have to...

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Emma Jan 13, 2018 908 views

If I plan on going to med school what are some things Ishould be looking for when choosing where to go for my undergrad degree?

My ultimate goal is to become a surgeon. What are some of the things they will be looking for when I apply for medical school that I should consider when choosing? #college #college-admissions #medicine #healthcare

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Samantha Sep 01, 2017 1758 views

What sort of advice could you give to someone who just switched their major to Film/Video studies?

I was just wondering if there were any film or video production people out there who want to lend a hand? I just switched my major to Film/Video Production in the middle of this past spring semester since I've always been interested in learning more about this, especially video editing. So,...

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Sean Sep 01, 2017 4286 views

What is the difference between a political science B.A. major and a political science B.S. Major?

It's something that I've wondered about for a while #political-science

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Madeline Sep 01, 2017 1157 views

What are the chances of finding a music education job after graduation?

I keep hearing that arts/music programs are being cut so I am a little nervous about being able to find a job after graduation. #musiceducation

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Megan Sep 01, 2017 1435 views

Is it ever too late to go back to school?

I've recently gone back to school and feel like by the time I graduate I'll be to old to start out in a new field.

#goingbacktoschool #academic-advising #college

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Juliana Sep 01, 2017 2263 views

I am not very good in Math. What college majors don't require advanced math courses?

Trying to decide a #Major. Help !

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Zachary Jan 12, 2017 3883 views

What kind of questions showuld i ask in an internship interview?

I have some internship interviews coming up soon for internships in transportation management and logistics. Should I ask question to the interviewer? If so what kind of questions? #career #internships #interviews #career-development #interview-questions

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Zachary Jan 12, 2017 1419 views

How do i go about choseing the right college for me?

If I don't have a specific major in mind how do I go about choosing a university or college. #college #university #undergraduate #choosing-a-major #undecided

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Zachary Jan 12, 2017 2091 views

How do i figure out what to wear to an internship interview?

I am a junior college student majoring in Geography. I am looking to obtain an internship in the field of transportation. I have recently got two internship interviews and am curious what I should wear to them. #college #internships #interviews #professional-development #geography

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Megan Dec 05, 2016 1615 views

When would be the ideal time to obtain an MBA?

I am a sophomore accounting major who has the potential to get an MBA right after I graduate as an undergrad, or I could wait a few years and go for it after I have gained some experience in the workplace. Which one would you say is more beneficial? #business #finance #accounting...

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Megan Dec 02, 2016 2908 views

What types of questions should I expect in an interview?

I am a sophomore accounting major wondering how I should prepare for an interview. What types of questions do interviewers normally ask? Also, should I prepare questions to ask them about the business? #college #business #internships #interviews #job-application

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Megan Dec 02, 2016 1744 views

How do you recommend to build your resume?

I am a sophomore accounting major and want to build my resume and LinkedIn profile. Do you have any tips or things to include in a resume? Additionally, do you have any ways to go about getting some of these positions? #business #accounting #internships #resume-writing #evaluating-resumes...

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Emma Oct 31, 2016 1207 views

Major and Minors regarding environmental science

I am thinking about majoring in Environmental Science with a minor in film and a minor in business. Does this seem absurd? #film #environmental-science

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Emma Oct 31, 2016 1129 views

What STEM job would be good for me?

I like to work on projects where I can be systematic, innovate and explore new ideas. I enjoy starting new projects that offer challenges and the possibility of discovering new ways to do things. I enjoy working independently and pay attention to the details as needed to get the job done. When...

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Allyson Oct 27, 2016 1380 views

Where is the ideal location to choose to be a forensic technician?

Would there be any real content in a smaller town, or should I look for a position on a homicide team in a larger city? #forensic #forensics

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Allyson Oct 27, 2016 1592 views

What are the main aspects of being a forensic technician?

There are many aspects of being a forensic tech, such as blood spatter, DNA, fingerprinting, etc. Is there one that should be focused on most? #forensic #forensics

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Emily Oct 27, 2016 4646 views

Does a college name really matter?

I am applying to colleges right now, and everyone around me is throwing around names like Princeton and Harvard. My question is this: how important is a college name when it comes to undergraduate studies? Is it really a big difference whether I go to an Ivy League or another college that also...

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Emily Oct 27, 2016 1856 views

Is being a college professor a profitable career?

I'm hoping to become a college professor in Biology as it really highlights my love of both teaching and research in this field. However, I am worried that it may not be as lucrative as I have been led to believe. What is the rough yearly salary of a college professor? #salary...

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Sara Oct 26, 2016 1868 views

If I don't know as much as my high school peers about tech, will I be behind in college?

The high school I currently attend doesn't have tech classes that delve into the topics of cyber security (or what cyber even is, for that matter), computer programming, or the basic fundamentals of how computers are built. Over the summer, I was chosen as a participant for the GenCyber Program...

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Jessica Oct 24, 2016 2013 views

How difficult is it to become a math teacher in NJ?

Changes in testing, testing form an out of state college, getting a job, etc. #education #math

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Jessica Oct 24, 2016 1228 views

What is an average day like as a middle/high school math teacher?

I know that every day is an adventure for teachers, but what is a general day like? #education

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