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How should/do I start preparing for college, college apps, etc.?
I am a current junior and I know I have to start practicing and studying for ACT/SAT but what else should I start to do in preparation? Start essay? How should I approach this? What are some first steps?
#college #college-advice #time-management
When making a list, how many majors do you want to keep in mind?
I have many aspirations, each completely different from another. It's hard for me to make a decision because they all have or don't have something that another major does. I would think that narrowing it down would be best when picking a college but....I don't know. I guess you should be...
Is it hard to change majors?
I know many people who have changed their major multiple times and I have a strong feeling I might be the same when I go to college. My only concern is that if it is too hard to switch majors, it will affect me in a big way. I don't know too much about college but I do know you have to declare...
What are the differences between the different communication major programs?
Like Digital Communication, Mass communications, Public Relations, etc. #communication #communication
I am interested in things like Film Production and Graphic Arts. Would Digital Communications and Multimedia be a good major for me?
I have done some research about digital communications and multimedia but don't know enough about it to be convinced. From what I know, it relates to most of my interests in art and computers.
#college-major #multimedia #college
What are the do’s and don’ts of writing college supplemental essays?
I’m struggling to write my supps, send help! #college #student #writing #college-advice
Is math a large part of physical therapy coursework?
I’m interested in becoming a PT but I am not the best with numbers ... #physical-therapist #physical-therapy
I want to become a singer,how many years do I have to spend in college to become one?
Can you leave college after thouse years? am I allowed Too? #music
Large Denomination Scholarships
Business/Law is my major. I keep finding scholarships under $300 dollars?
Where can I find scholarships worth $5,000 and above
#scholarship
Scholarship Question
How do you know which scholarship sites are legitimate and which ones are fake?
#scholarships
How do I manage my college and work the best?
I’m a full time student (16credz) , I am looking to get a job but worried I won’t be able to handle the two. Any suggestions ? #work #jobs #social-work
How do I make the perfect resume ?
I’m a 20 year old junior in college with little to no work history but I think it’s important to start looking for jobs
#college #success
Is it hard for an introvert to become a well respected lawyer?
#lawyer #introverts
What career can you purse with a degree in business Managment ?
I am currently a High School senior and want to purse a career in business
#careers
What minor would be beneficial to pair with pediatric neuropsychology?
#clinical #neuropsych #minor #psychology #neuropsychology #pediatrics #neuroscience
How could I mix engineering with marketing as a career?
#engineer #sales #marketing #techmarketing
How can I gear my speech pathology education to be more specific towards a school system?
#Speech #path #school #speech-pathology #communication #school #education #speech-therapy
Help with Scholarships
Has anyone had any great luck with academic scholarships and where did you find them? I’m paying for everything myself and it’s quite a burden! I make great grades but it seems financial help is reserved mostly for those who can’t afford school on paper. #financial-aid #scholarships #college
Careers in Social Work
I’m working towards my Masters in SW. What are some careers that involve more therapy and working with families and teens? Even foster families and teens. #social-work #social-worker #pyschology
Should I get my BSN in a 4 year program or get an LPN then a RN and then my BSN?
I don't know if I should take the shorter route (LPN) or the longer route (4yr)
#nursing #nurse #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare
How do investment bankers, venture capalists, private equity partners, etc find deals?
I've always been curious how #investment-banking professionals, #venture-capital professionals , #private-equity professionals find deals? Their entire premise seems to be based on having #relationships within certain industries but how do they start building these? #deal #deal-closure...
How often do internships convert into full time offers? and what is needed to make it happen?
Trying to learn how often #internships convert to #full-time offers? It is common for this to happen all of the time? Does it depend on the #industry ? What steps are needed to make it happen? #jobs #careers
What are the steps needed to break into private equity without a finance background?
#Investing has always been a part of my life whether it be #real-estate-investing or #stocks-investing . I went to college for #engineering but will soon be attending a top ranked #MBA program. I was hoping to learn a little bit more of how people break into the #PE field.
When planning on what to do in college, should I continue all my hobbies from high school?
I am in choir, orchestra, Model United Nations, student government, theatre, and more, but I am not sure whether I should continue all these things in college. What should I continue and what should I quit? #college-advice #highschool
I plan on double majoring in Theatre Arts & International Relations...Is it going to be too much work?
I want to go to law school after college and I need to work hard to get there. Will these majors look impressive to law schools?
#college-majors #law-school
How do you pick the right major for yourself?
I've been debating for the longest time whether to do Speech Pathology, Natural Sciences, or do Pre-Med. I'm interested in all of them to the same extent, but am not sure how to choose one #medicine #speech-language-pathology #science #choosing-a-major
What studying techniques are the most effective?
I never study for exams and I don't know how to. I know that I won't be able to pass college exams without studying like I was able to in High School #studying-tips
Are you more likely to do better in a class if you create a study group?
The past two years in #college I have done everything in my classes alone and I have done pretty well, but on the other hand, my brother does nothing alone. He studies with his friends, he exchanges numbers with the people in his classes and he always has study groups at our house. I'm curious...
What is it like to transfer to a school out of state?
I went to Middlesex Community College in New Jersey for my first two years of college and I will be transferring out of state to St. John's University in the fall. I've lived at home my whole life and this will be my first time away from my family and I am curious to know how it will be....
How is the future technology going to change how we live our day to day lives
Technology has always interested me. How people used to live their lives without the benefit of modern-day technology has always fascinated me. There is always a way to create something to improve the quality of life. I want to invent something that will help improve the quality of life for...
How will the knowlege I gain in college help me to shape the future of the world
I've always wanted to do something greater in life to help people; weather if it's from the kindness of my heart or the brilliance of my brain. #changethewrold
What's the best way to approach student loans?
As we are all gonna graduate with a pile of loans, what's the best way to approach them? Is it best to consolidate all loans or pay them one company at a time? #loans #college #debt #financial-planning #college-advice
As a theatre major, what do you do post graduation?
I'm studying acting, and unfortunately the odds of success after graduation can be hit or miss. What the heck do I do after I graduate? Their are many questions on how to obtain a manager, agent, publicist, lawyer. And which one is the most important. It is so easy to be taken advantage of....
Best ways to manage time in college?
I'm a current college sophomore, and I never feel like I have enough time in the day. I want to do well in my classes, but when I study it's very time consuming. This wasn't so bad before, but now that I'm trying to get more involved around campus and applying for internships I've got a lot...
Best way to earn 150 credits to take the CPA Exam?
I'm currently a sophomore at Rutgers Business School majoring in accounting and want to know what would be the best way to earn those credits. Should I double major, get my masters, minor in a few things, or do something else entirely? I'm planning on doing auditing for the big 4, but I'm open...
What should I expect when it comes to sexism and racism in the STEM field, because I know it's quite pervasive in the US?
I'm South Asian, muslim, and a woman, and so far I've not experienced a lot of sexist or racist treatment, but I expect I'll run into it eventually. Is there any ideology I should keep in mind, or any resources I should look into?
#racism #sexism #biology #biotechnology #women-in-stem
How do I blend visual art and writing skill with my biotechnology degree for a career?
Ever since I was a kid, I was constantly stuck between wanting to be an artist, a writer, or a scientist. There must be some way to have all these things in my life, but I'm not really sure since I want to be a microbiologist or parasitologist. #biology #biotechnology #molecular-biology...
Should I accept an internship if it has nothing to do with my major?
I've been offered an internship in an IT company that is not relevant to my major of Electrical Engineering. Should I accept it or look for something else? #internships
Is it worth graduating college early if you can?
I have the option of finishing college in only 3 years instead of 4 but I am getting a mix of options from that. My parents believe college should just be to go in and get out as fast as you can, but alumni and other adults say i should take the 4years to really live out my time and not rush...
Organizations
When transferring, do colleges and universities look favorably when you belong to multiple organizations or clubs or it is less important for a transfer student.
#college-transfer #college-admissions #college #student-activities
Will I need to continue my education beyond a bachelor's degree in order to be successful in the Animal Behavior field?
I want to pursue a career in animal behavior, do you think I will need to continue my education beyond a bachelor's degree in order to be successful?
#animal-behavior #career-counseling
How else should I save up for next term besides applying for scholarships / grants and working part-time?
I need money for the fall and right now work part-time on the weekends and attending classes during the weekdays, I simply won't have enough time to thoroughly search for scholarships and such in time. #college-advice #college-tuition
Seeking an internship for the summer
I am a sophomore majoring in Accounting/Finance, and I have previously studied Accounting in my high-school but with IFRS. I was awarded 2 national awards under Accounting by Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) board when I gave their examinations. GAAP is similar, and I do have a bit of...
What time do teachers start and finish their day?
#research paper #teaching #teacher #career
Is taking a loan out for college a good idea? Especially if you family is not currently stable?
I am asking this, because my family is currently not financially stable and I was wondering if taking out a lone will affect our credit. #college #loans
Would it be better to obtain an undergraduate and graduate degree separately or together in a single program?
I am a high school student going into my senior year and can't decide which program route I should go into. Over the summer, I have discovered my passion for the occupational therapy field and the good that comes out of it. Knowing very well that I want to major in that study, I started looking...
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