Brambleton, VA
What should I do during the summer before my freshman year or during my freshman year of high school to have a strong foundation for college apps?
Hello! Thank you so much to anyone who answers my question(s)! Interested and open to anything. Also, one of the reasons I'm asking because my parent is because my parents are thinking of wanting me to graduate early.
Should I take the SAT or ACT or both? When should I take them?
I'm a rising freshman and I've already completed math classes up to Algebra 2. However, the reading and comprehension part is not my forte. I'm wondering if I should take the SAT/ACT in my freshman year or not, and if I should take both.
For my freshman year, should I take AP Precalc AB or BC? If BC, should I take Multivariable Calc & Lin Alg or just AP Stats for my junior year? If I take AB, that means I will most likely take Calc BC in 11th grade, which doesn't sound too appealing. The idea is if I'm taking BC, I could directly go on to Calc BC for sophomore year, so I could have my 11th grade year easier and just take AP Stats instead. However, I'm just worried it will be too much to handle.
I'm currently a rising freshman and I've taken all previous math classes before.
What can I do to build on my resume as an 8th grader?
What can I do to build on my resume as an 8th grader? Hello! My name's Neil and I really need help. I'm in 8th grade but I feel like I am kind of falling behind on the whole resume thing, so I was wondering if it's possible to get internships as an 8th grader for Business Administration or...
What led you to want to pursue a career in business instead of a career like Med, for example??
I'm a 13 year old in 7th grade interested in business or business administration
What are the most important skills, habits, and experiences I should start developing now to successfully start and run my own business in the future?
I am currently a high school student interested in business and entrepreneurship. I enjoy working with technology and have started learning about selling products online. I want to build my own business someday, so I’m also wondering what classes or college majors would best help me reach that goal.
How do I figure out a career path with no goals or specific ambitions in life?
I took a gap year earlier last year due to burnout from my freshman year of college and decided to transfer to a local community college to complete my gen eds in Fall 2026. Since then, the only thing I've done is find a job and look for scholarships. Even then, most scholarships are...
I have been a technician for thirteen years. Tomorrow you walk into work and I shake your hand, I'm the new guy at your job. What forward qualities would you want to see from me in your work environment?
I have worked mainly on electrical, HVAC, and enterprise IT equipment as a technician. What qualities would you want to see me have in your work environment? I am hoping for answer from professionals in fields not related to the work I have done. Which skills I might have would be a match for...
What kind of supports are available to help incoming college freshmen prepare themselves academically and socially to transfer to a more prestigious university? #Spring26
Specific contacts, books/websites, etc.
Anything helps! Just looking to get started, hoping someone out there will have some more information on this topic.
#Spring26
Do prestigious universities have better employment prospects for graduates or do employers only care that you got a diploma?
I want to study at the University of Cardiff which is a top school in the UK but its expensive so I want to make sure it will be worth the investment.
What are the different places you did your residency and/or fellowship and how did it better prepare you for your Medical Examiner Certification ?
I'm currently a college freshman who wants to be a forensic pathologist. I understand that you don't always get residency in your direct field, so I would like to know some close options that would benefit me and better my knowledge for my career.
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
Mid career professional asking younger educators and professionals what I should know about the changing workforce and job market.?
What do you want someone in their 40's to know about the workforce and job market, how to be prepared for upcoming changes? What changes might I see that I wouldn't expect? What are some skills I may not have now that I may need? Asking because in the next ten years entrepreneurs and educators...
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 should I do the summer after high school to prepare for college as an engineering major?
As someone who is an incoming college freshman planning to study engineering, specifically aerospace engineering, what should I know going into the school year and what should I do to prepare?
#Spring26
How should I determine my double major/minor as a prospective Government major??
As a prospective government major at William and Mary, would it be wise to include a major or a minor in business? My thoughts were that an additional focus in a slightly more technical field would make me more competitive and add job security, and I would love some additional insight into...
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 classes should I take 11th grade year?
I want to be a pediatrician, and I attend a IB school.
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 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 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.
How can I build a portfolio in high school to get into Information Technology?
What skills do I need to practice? What platforms are the best to create one? How successful would I become If I master it? Is there any jobs I can get right after high school and if so, which ones?
( I would be graduating with an associate degree because of dual Enrollment.)
How competitive is the software engineering field? Will a regular bachelor's degree in computer science GUARANTEE a spot in IT? As a resident in Maryland, does being a software engineer require you to live in a urban/city area? Are their any software engineers that are successful that live in more suburban to rural areas? (I'd like to live in a suburban area)
I am a 15 year old high school student in the state of Maryland, and I have a slight interest in the field of IT (specifically software engineering). Time is running short so I'd like to ask some questions about the field.
How can I leverage college education towards entrepreneurship opportunities?
In college, I want to pursue integrating basic business and financial training into youth groups. I will experiment with hands-on workshops and guest speakers, using practice-based learning methods to help students expand their creativity and gain confidence in their entrepreneurial passions. I...
What is the best route to take in order to get to my career Should I do more internships or take on more real-world roles and getting experience??
I plan on majoring in Public Administration and then running for local office, and then from there I would like to run for National Office. I am split on running for local office such as City Council or should I shadow and intern more national level politicians.
How can I become the teacher students need in todays world?
Restarting school in the Spring with the goal to become an elementary school special ed teacher. Currently working as a paraprofessional assisting students on the spectrum and with learning disabilities.
What skills can I learn now to be well prepared and stay ahead of my college peers as a current high school senior in accounting ?
I am determined to learn as much as I can about accounting right now as a senior in High School, but I'm still kind of confused about what skills I should be learning.
What is a trick, habit, or advice would you give to your younger self or someone else trying to make there way with photography and videography?
Is there a life hack you found or something you resized later on or maybe even tips and tricks to doing stuff, not even in the Field but maybe in photoshop or Premier pro
As someone in the policy and advocacy field, how do you navigate creating legislation that may not be agreed upon by everybody?
I am a current senior in high school, interested in public policy and international relations. I plan to study at Georgetown University, and I often find myself having differing perspectives from those in my class. So how do I create policy important to me, when what is considered "right" is...
What skills or experiences are essential for a successful engineering career?
I am majoring in civil engineering and interested in project management.
If I major in psychology, with a possible specialization in clinical psychology, what should I expect after graduation?
I'm interested in gaugin what exactly the job market will look like and/or what entry level positions in a career with this degree will entail.
What is the process of getting into my career while being in college?
I am planning to major in Civil Engineering and I don't know how to start my resume for my career life. What should I do to move forward towards my career? By which semester or year should we already be in the job field?
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##Fall25 What is the top list of minors to pair with a major in Finance?
Beyond my interests, I'm looking for an expert list of minors to pair with Finance in this economy. There are articles suggesting that a lot of Finance jobs will go away with AI. Trying to prepare myself.
What is the best way to stay out of debt during college without taking out a student loan ?
I am a High School senior and am hoping to get a degree in Business Administration and then take 2 years of religious studies. I do not want to have debt for the rest of my life, and college is expensive, especially if I am doing it for 5 years. I have taken about a year of dual enrollment,...
If I want to be an aerospace engineer or a physicist is it worth it to get two bachelor's degrees (one in physics and one in engineering) Or would it be better to get one bachelor's degree and one graduate degree??
I am a sophomore in college at a liberal arts school that has the option of a 3+2 dual degree engineering program.
I'm a rising junior that is interested in accounting but I'm unsure what are the possible career paths for me. ?
What can I do in the upcoming year and even now to help me? What are the possible career paths for me?
How did you get your start in consulting?
I am a Junior in University who hopes to have a career in consulting but I'm not sure where to start.
What can I do this summer (summer before senior year) to improve my college applications?
Hello! This summer will be my last summer in high school. This fall, I'll be applying to colleges. I was wondering what things I could do this summer to improve my applications. I'm signing up to volunteer at my local hospital however, I found out it's lottery-based, not skill-based, so I am...
Undergrad Experiences/Extracurriculars for Law School Applicants?
What types of experiences would you recommend for undergraduate college students looking to go into law school? Does e.g. interning at a law firm help more than other experiences to show law schools your interest in the legal field? Thanks!
What are some hands on kid friendly marine biology resources and research ?
I started doing computer research and research on paper but I wanted to get hands on experience.
what are some marine biology kid relate apps for laptops that are unblocked and do you need to become a doctor to be marine biologist?
Got any tips for me? :D
How can I align my college major and extracurricular choices with my long-term career goals and personal values?
What clubs should I join if I am interested in business?
How can I make my extracurricular activities align with my goals and passions?
What are some recommend hard skills to add to your resume for internships?
I'm a second year student in college and currently looking for internships within the fashion industry. I was wondering if any professionals could give me some insight on skills I should learn that would make me a better candidate for internships. I would appreciate anyone who does business,...
How do you stay motivated while pursuing a demanding degree?
For context, I come from a low-income background and am pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine. I know that this career path is difficult in terms of coursework and requires many years of schooling. I am transferring from a Community College to a 4-year institution this fall, with veterinary...
How do I figure out what style of note taking works best for the way I process information in order for me to genuinely take in what I learn rather than memorize information just for a test or exam and completely forget it afterward?
I'm currently a senior in high school who is going to college in the fall and majoring in biochemistry. Although I have taken AP Chemistry and AP Biology and I am fortunate enough to say I have a pretty good background in each subject, I know these courses in college will definitely be more...
How can I build connections within the museum industry as a college student?
I'm currently a high school senior planning on attending George Washington University starting in the Fall of 2025, with a major in art history. My dream is to work on creating exhibits for a museum/gallery but I've heard that the field is super competitive and that job opportunities are...
Have you ever had a moment where you thought, ‘This is exactly why I became a nurse’? #Spring25
I want to hear any story! Good, bad, weird, funny. I personally want to become a nurse after taking care of my mother who passed away because of metastatic cancer. Being her "mini nurse" made me realize how much of a difference I could make. Although she was my favorite patient, there were...
What academic majors are the strongest when considering future plans to apply to med school Are there any that’s considered better/preferred options??
I’m currently a senior in high school. I plan to apply to medical school in the future. Would like more options aside from Biology as a path to med school.
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