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Hannah Mar 05, 2018 756 views

Should I be taking summer classes to get ahead?

I already have sophomore standing in my freshman year of college, but I feel like I need to be doing summer classes (or at least one class) to stay ahead and give myself time to complete minors and possibly another major in my college career. Would it be beneficial to take a summer class or...

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Hannah Mar 05, 2018 684 views

How early should I start applying for internships?

I hear everyone starts to apply for summer internships in February and March, but I feel like I'm not qualified enough yet to apply for most internships, but would I be too late to get one if I wait until April or May to apply? #internships

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Hannah Mar 05, 2018 610 views

Is it worth it to switch schools in a college if you're already a few semesters in?

My college has different schools for different kinds of majors, each with different requirements. If I'm already a few semesters into one school and have all prerequisite classes done,is it worth it to switch to another school to change my major? #college-advice #choosing-a-major

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Rayonna Jan 18, 2018 763 views

Veterinarian, IT, or both?

I want to be a Veterinarian, but I'm also very interested in IT. Is there anyway I can combine the two? I've heard about Health Information Technology and Veterinary Technicians, but I don' t really know anything about them. Should I just focus on becoming a Vet and pursue IT later in life,...

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Rayonna Jan 18, 2018 790 views

Any advice on how to successfully complete college being a single mom?

I recently just found out that I'm expecting, and I'm only 18 years old. Right now I'm in my second semester of college, but my baby is due in September which will be the first semester of my sophomore year. I want to be a Veterinarian which means I have a long way to go until I'm completely...

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Mei Wei Jan 16, 2018 766 views

If I were to join the military for tuition assistance as an Asian female going for a Pharmacy degree, which branch would be more suited for me?

I've been thinking about joining the military for tuition assistance, since my scholarship will expire after next year but my degree is 6yrs. I've heard a lot about the hurdles that women have to overcome in the military, primarily sexual harassment, and I wanted to know if I joined which would...

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Ismar Jan 16, 2018 702 views

Do you need to get go to grad school?

I am going to college for engineering, and was wondering you need to go to grad school to get a job an engineer, or if the basic four years will suffice.

#engineering ##gradschool

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Ismar Jan 16, 2018 806 views

What if the College of your dreams accepts you, but the college you know you should go to does not?

I have been accepted into the school of my dreams which happens to be the best school for engineering in the country. However, it costs significantly more than my second-choice school -almost three times more- However, my second-choice school, which is the one that my family can afford, did not...

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Cami Jan 16, 2018 687 views

How do I pay for college if I'm not the best?

I'm an average high school senior, and I only do colorguard, so how do I get good scholarships to pay for college?
#scholarships #financial-aid #college #college-tuition

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Cami Jan 16, 2018 598 views

I want to have a career in forensic pathology, but I don't know what to major in?

I'm looking at a career in forensic pathology but I'm not sure what classes to take during college. I know I have to continue on and go to medical school,but what do I do in college?
#collegeproblems #medical-education #forensicpathology

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Isaac Jan 16, 2018 904 views

Is it worth it to take out a student loan?

I want to make sure that taking out a loan is a good idea. If I don't get a job right out of college, it will be hard to pay back any student loans, and I'm not guaranteed a job out of college. Is it a good idea to take out a student loan, or should I try to find a less costly option of getting...

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Isaac Jan 16, 2018 891 views

How quickly do most people get jobs out of college?

When I graduate, I won't have much money left. I want to make sure I can get money as soon as I graduate. #money #jobs #career-counseling

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Alex Jan 15, 2018 944 views

Best Scholarship Programs?

I am looking for scholarships right now and I am wondering what the best online resources are for finding great scholarship opportunities, preferably tailored more for my location and major. #scholarship #financial-aid #grant-writing

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Alex Jan 15, 2018 742 views

Apps for Studying

I am majoring in Information Technology. I am wondering if there are any apps that are useful for delegating study time or for possibly saving notes for later, in order to better manage my time. #technology #onlineeducation

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Dedreonna Sep 29, 2017 740 views

If you are struggling to receive scholarships and you are low on money should you attend college?

I am Dedreonna and I am asking this question because my fear is not getting scholarships or many scholarships and being in a bad debt. Should I attend if I am unsure of money situations #money #finance #struggle

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Gretchen Sep 29, 2017 836 views

How easy is it to find career opportunities after graduating college?

I want to know if it is a large priority of the college you attend to find you internships/openings after finishing your academic courses. #Continueyourpassion #chemical-engineer

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iruoghene Sep 01, 2017 737 views

can you focus on both software and hardware as a computer engineer?

I want to be a computer engineer, but based on my research I found out that computer engineering has two main category; software and hardware. I'm not sure which one is better for me. #computer-engineering

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Noah Sep 01, 2017 689 views

If Im going to apply to art colleges, should I focus more on my art portfolio or taking and retaking my SAT and ACT?

#art #portfolio-management #sat

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Jarrett Sep 01, 2017 1458 views

What are the basic differences between a Computer Science major and a Computer Programming major?

I am interested in majoring in something to do with Computers, whether that be engineering, programming, etc, and I would like to know the basic differences between such majors. #computers #computer-science

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Mohammad Mar 28, 2017 1029 views

When is it a good idea to repeat some courses you've taken?

I'm just curious about when it is a good idea to repeat courses you've taken but didn't do very well in. #college #engineering #career #graduate-school #electrical-engineering

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Mohammad Mar 24, 2017 2005 views

Is an internship viable even after graduation?

I'm an Engineer student and about to graduate. I am actively seeking jobs and kind of struggling to find a suitable job due to lack of work experience. However, internships seem to be attractive for me since most of them require little to no work experience. So I wonder if an internship is...

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Mohammad Mar 24, 2017 1560 views

How should I negotiate the pay rate of a job?

I'm an Engineering student and I've been actively looking for jobs to apply for. I have found several attractive opportunities but I would like to have a higher pay for some to help with my finances without risking losing them. I wonder how I could do that. #engineering #career #job-search...

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aakhash Mar 20, 2017 1052 views

Is it better to live on Campus or get an appartment?

I'm looking at housing options and trying to decide where I would get more for my money. #college #money #college-bound #student-housing

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aakhash Mar 20, 2017 1037 views

What's the best way to approach clubs in college?

I'm a senior looking to decide how and what kind of clubs, I want to approach and join next year. #college #college-bound #extracurriculars #college-recruiting #student-clubs

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Mohammad Mar 16, 2017 1605 views

Is work experience more valuable than educational background?

I am a graduate Electrical Engineering student with little to no experience in the engineering field outside of the classroom. Lately, I have been applying to jobs and receiving little to no interest from engineering companies due to lack of experience even for some entry-level jobs. That made...

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Mohammad Mar 08, 2017 1594 views

How important is including voluntary activities in one's resume?

I am an Electrical Engineering graduate student. I wonder if, in such a technical field as mine, adding voluntary activities such as working for X charity and the like can have any impact on the recruiter's decision to hire me. #mechanical-engineering #human-resources #civil-engineering...

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Mohammad Mar 07, 2017 3026 views

How do you handle behavioral interview questions when not prepared?

Say you are in a job interview and you get asked a behavioral interview question such as "cite a situation when you had to adapt to changes beyond your control" or the like and you had no particular story present even though you might have had that exact situation happen to you. How would you...

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Mohammad Mar 07, 2017 1369 views

What are some good tips for finding a job without experience?

I am a graduate student in Electrical Engineering and I will be graduating very soon. It has been hard for me to find a job by searching and applying for jobs online. I find that my application gets turned down often because I lack engineering work experience. Your tips on this matter will be...

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Mohammad Mar 06, 2017 9041 views

How crucial is the choice of the thesis vs. non-thesis option in the Master's degree?

I am a graduate student in Electrical Engineering who opted for the non-thesis option in order to avoid the uncertainty of the time of graduation that is associated with the thesis option. However, I am also planning to pursue a PhD in the future and I have heard how not choosing the thesis...

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Mohammad Mar 06, 2017 970 views

What is the best approach to take towards a poorly taught course?

I am a graduate Electrical Engineering student and throughout my career as a student I found that there were a few classes that provided less than satisfactory learning experience and I've always felt unsure about how to approach such classes. I feel that I tend to be uncertain about who to...

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aakhash Feb 14, 2017 2267 views

What are the benefits of studying abroad? Or going abroad for an internship?

Hi, I'm a senior who is about to go to college and want to know all the various opportunities out there to study in other locations and the pros and cons of doing so. #college #internships #money #college-bound #travel #international #study-abroad #traveling

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aakhash Feb 14, 2017 1081 views

What are alternative ways to make money during college other than working for a store or restaurant at campus.

Hi, I'm a senior who is about to go to college and want to know all the various opportunities out there to make money. #college #jobs #internships #money #college-bound #college-jobs

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aakhash Jan 17, 2017 1238 views

What are the best ways to get noted and recognized by professors?

I'm going to start college this year and I wonder about the best ways to get noticed and build report with the faculty and potential recruiters or interviewers for college jobs and internships? What are things to do and things to avoid? #college #job-search #leadership #college-bound...

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deandre Jan 11, 2017 948 views

How exactly do I start a business

I am thinking about starting a music business. I want to make a career for myself singing hopefully. But I don't know how to go about doing that. #music #experience #in

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Hannah Dec 06, 2016 1510 views

How much does college GPA matter when applying for a job?

As an honors college student with a 4.0 GPA, I want to know how much my resume would drop in value if my GPA went down to say a 3.5 or lower. I want to push myself to the hardest I can, but not be too disappointed if I get a B somewhere down the road. #college #professional #career-path...

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Hannah Dec 06, 2016 1063 views

Is it more beneficial to take more credits per semester in a shorter amount of time or less credits per semester in a longer amount of time?

As a student trying to save money on college fees while still maintaining a great GPA for my resume, I want to know whether or not I should be taking 14 or 18 credit hours per semester. I am in the Public Health Sciences Field. I want to make the most of my college experience. #college #health...

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Lydia Nov 29, 2016 1927 views

Would you say becoming a lawyer is "worth it"?

I am interested in becoming a lawyer but know that with that comes lots more schooling (I am a current freshman in college), LSAT, and can cause much debt. Would you say that your work as a lawyer has paid off? Do you feel that all of the extra schooling was worth it? How much time did you...

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Haley Nov 01, 2016 1043 views

What exactly does the work of a social worker entail?

I am possibly interested in going into social work after high school but was unsure what exactly the job consists of. Thank you #psychology #social-work

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Nicole Nov 01, 2016 2332 views

How do I get internships for my major if I do not have much experience in the field?

Hi, I am Nicole and I am a student in college. I am a Marketing major and am required to finish 2 internships before I graduate. The only thing is, I haven't had any experience in marketing before so landing my first internship may be difficult. Any advice? #marketing #internships...

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Camille Oct 31, 2016 921 views

Is it hard to find a job in the field of marine biology?

It is a dream to be one, but I want to know if it could possibly be a reality. #biology #professional #marine

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Camille Oct 31, 2016 1545 views

Will being a teacher ever earn me a sustainable salary?

I want to be an elementary teacher but I know that money in that field is tough. #teacher #financial-planning

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Abigail Oct 30, 2016 1273 views

What industries are chemical engineers the most successful in?

I plan to major in chemical engineering when I go to college next year, and I've often wondered about which chemical industry to pursue. Chemistry is a very broad topic applicable to many aspects of our lives, and I would like to know which industry is on the rise. Do you suggest food, fuel,...

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Abigail Oct 30, 2016 810 views

Is it worth the extra year to find a Co-op?

Every college I have visited has talked about the amazing Co-op program they offer for engineering students. Co-op programs seem to have greater success for the student as opposed to internships that only last the summer. If I decide to do a Co-op, will that affect my cost to attend that...

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Quinn Oct 28, 2016 938 views

Which choice of engineering would be harder: eletrical or civil?

Im considering going into one of these. Is there any insight or help you could give. #engineering #electrical #civil

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Quinn Oct 28, 2016 1205 views

Is there any careers that combine civil engineering and architecture together?

I am in a PLTW class that is considered a Civil Engineering course, however we use lots of architecture as well. I really enjoy the class and I wanted to know if there was a way to find a career to combine the two later. #engineering #architecture

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Anna Oct 28, 2016 1021 views

How much does a cosmetologist make a year?

I enjoy doing hair and make up its one of my passions that i would want to pursue, #cosmetics #cosmetologist

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Anna Oct 28, 2016 1782 views

What does it take to be an entrepreneur?

I ask because i see myself owning a business at some point in my life, I want as much help as i can get to prepare myself with the correct knowledge to pursue a business. #business #marketing-and-advertising

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Jacqueline Oct 27, 2016 965 views

What kind of math do biomedical engineers do?

I want to know if it would be more algebraic or geometrical types of math. #biomedical-engineering

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Madelyn Oct 26, 2016 1112 views

What research do zoologists conduct?

I'm interested in this field of study #science #biology #zoology

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Madelyn Oct 26, 2016 3571 views

What research do marine biologists do?

I'm majoring and biology and am curious about marine biology. #science #biology #marine-biology #marine

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