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Karen Aug 29, 2016 1093 views

How can I expand my knowledge on colleges I will potentially be attending?

I am going into my junior year of high school, a big year for many students who are planning to attend college after graduating. I have to study for the SATs, take the SATs, start applying for scholarships and to colleges/universities. Before I start applying to colleges though, I would like to...

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Karen Aug 29, 2016 1087 views

Is it smart for me to do Cross Country in high school?

I am a junior in high school and am about to start my second season of Cross Country in a few days. When I decided to sign up for Cross Country my freshman year of Spring, I didn't know how physically taxing it would be. I've had a few friends who did Cross Country that last Fall, but I didn't...

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Karen Aug 29, 2016 9154 views

Should I go on and take AP Spanish in high school?

I am a student going into my junior year of high school. This upcoming fall, I will start taking a Spanish IV Honors course for the whole year. Compared to Spanish I (which I took in middle school) and Spanish II (which I took my freshman year), Spanish III has been relatively harder. There is...

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Karen Aug 28, 2016 1477 views

What do you love about your job?

I am a high school student who has seen both the best and worst of many individuals' careers. I have seen people take up their careers, only to end up struggling to keep up with them. Lately, I haven't met many people who are happy doing what they do. Individuals have their own circumstances...

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Karen Aug 28, 2016 1031 views

How does a teacher progress in his or her field?

I am a high school student thinking of becoming a teacher. In my 16 years of life, I have figured out many of my own qualities. One of my qualities is the fact that I like moving up ranks. I don't like staying in one field while watching others move up to become more successful individuals. I...

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Karen Aug 28, 2016 995 views

What characteristics are needed to become a teacher?

As a high school student, I need to begin considering career options for the security of my future endeavors. I have always wanted to become a teacher, but I am not sure if I hold the right qualities that a teacher should have. I want my students to think that I am enjoyable, but I want them to...

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Karen Aug 28, 2016 863 views

What kinds of workers experience the greatest success in the field of education?

Although I am only a junior in high school, it is critical that I start thinking about what kind of career I would want to pursue. Ever since I was a little girl, I've always wanted to be a teacher. I would gather all of the little kids that would come to visit and read books aloud to them. We...

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Karen Aug 28, 2016 1030 views

What are some career opportunities that are located in the Greater New York City area?

I am a student going into my junior year of high school. I live around the Greater New York City area and was wondering if there were any job opportunities that I would potentially be interested in taking up in the city. I know the business/economic side is booming in that region of the world...

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Karen Aug 26, 2016 1057 views

How do you stay organized as a high school student?

I am a high school student going into my junior year of high school. Looking back, I seem to always be unorganized with tasks that have to be done. Instead of setting my priorities before doing other work, I tend to pile on the less important jobs, leaving me to struggle to complete the rest of...

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Karen Aug 26, 2016 892 views

What are some ways I can make my junior year of high school less overbearing?

I am a high school student going into my third-year of high school. As you are no longer a newbie in high school, you would think that it would be easier to handle both school and the rest of your life since you should have gotten the hang of things already. Unfortunately, it only gets harder....

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Hamid Aug 24, 2016 1189 views

How hard is it to get accepted to UC Berkley and what gpa and SAT/ACT is required or normally accepted?

I am a junior in high school. I am looking to apply to colleges next summer and just wanted to get a heads up to see what I was aiming for. #college #university #berkeley #uc

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Zaire Aug 22, 2016 855 views

Are you allowed to change your major when your in college

I'm a little worried that when its time to pick a major that a will choose the wrong one.If I do can a switch to a different one. #college

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Zaire Aug 22, 2016 1385 views

Is there a limit to how many colleges i can apply to.

Not sure how many colleges in going to apply to but id like to know the maximum number (if there is one)before hand. #college

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Hamid Aug 22, 2016 1066 views

What are the best colleges for business and for expanding networks other than the Ivy League schools?

I am currently a junior in high school. I will be applying to colleges next year and just wanted to get a heads up to see what I'm aiming for. #college #business #university

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Hamid Aug 22, 2016 8037 views

If you were to go back to high school what would you do differently?

I a junior in high school. I wanted to get advice from a college student or even a professional in the market. Since I always hear people say that if they were to go back they would have done so much better I want other people's opinions on what they would have done better. #college #university

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Hamid Aug 22, 2016 1058 views

What specific fields are there in business and what is the outlook for a business major?

I am very interested in economics and business but am not sure what major I want to specify myself to. I'm a junior in high school. I know still have time to decide but I want to have a general idea of the different majors. #economics #buisness #corporate-finance

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Dana Aug 22, 2016 1348 views

Dental Hygiene?

I really want to be a dental hygienist. But I want to go to a 4 year college as I feel like that is the best option for me. Most schools in my state do not have Dental Hygiene as a B.S, only an A.S. Is there an equivalent major I can pursue (like BioChem) and then go for a year or 2 long...

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Karen Aug 22, 2016 792 views

What are the benefits and detriments of going to a college/university in your state in comparison to attending one out-of-state?

I am in my junior year of high school and am on the search of the college of my dreams. I am planning to attend a university in Pennsylvania because it is not too close and not too far from my home state of New Jersey. I am getting a bit tired of my current city location and think it will be...

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Karen Aug 22, 2016 1141 views

Is it better to go straight into working, whether it is a full-time career or part-time job, or really take time to find yourself after college?

I am a high school student currently in my junior year. I was wondering what the benefits of obtaining a job right after college would be and how it would compare to taking a break to try to find what you want to do with the rest of your life. #college #career #career-choice #job #after-college

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Zaire Aug 19, 2016 752 views

when looking for a college or job opportunities,Is it better to be Good at a variety of things or better to be Great at one specific thing

I've wondered about this question for years but I never found my answer. #life

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Zaire Aug 17, 2016 817 views

Are graphic design and web design related

I want to persue a career in graphic design but I am currently taking a web design a class.im wondering if this it well help me in my future career path #career

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Aisling Aug 17, 2016 909 views

Life for a woman as a paeditrician?

I would like to be a doctor...and i think possibly specifically for kids. However I know that I also want to be a mother and a family outside of work. Ive heard that medicine is a life, not a job. Is this true? Am I setting myself up to not have a life? #doctor #pediatrics #mother

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Zaire Aug 16, 2016 872 views

How can i combine majors in college

I keep hearing about how you can combine majors you want in college but how do I go about doing that #college

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Philip Aug 15, 2016 2187 views

What made you decide that you wanted to choose entertainment as your career?

There are so many careers to choose from, and I know specifically for me I can do a whole lot more. And because I'm also choosing this path I would like to know why so many people choose this route aside from my reasoning. #entrepreneurship #career #entertainment #career-choice #career-path

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Philip Aug 15, 2016 1185 views

How long after entering the media/entertainment career do you start to see success?

I'm a very anxious person, and when it comes to entertainment I love to see the excitement and the demand people bring forth for continue. Not everything that is being marketed is going to be main streamed right away, so I just wanted to know how long would it usually take, on average?...

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Karen Aug 15, 2016 1226 views

What is it like to pursue a teaching career in another country?

I am a high school student currently interested in taking up education as a future career. It was a difficult choice to pick this career path because although I always wanted to be a teacher, my father refuses to allow me to take up a low-paying job. I decided to look into teaching outside of...

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Karen Aug 13, 2016 1248 views

How difficult is it to pursue a career in another country?

I am a high school student born and raised in the United States of America. Recently, I have been interested in possibly working abroad. I know there are many challenging factors to consider when looking to work internationally, but I would specifically like to know what they are exactly....

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Zaire Aug 12, 2016 1034 views

Around what time should should have start applying for college

I just started my 11th grade year and wondering when to start applying for college
#college

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Karen Aug 12, 2016 989 views

What are some careers that are currently in demand?

I am a high school student getting ready to head off to college in the next two years or so. I am always wondering about a financially stable career and so I think it is incredibly crucial for me to choose a career path that is going to be in demand for the next 30-40 years. If possible, let me...

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Karen Aug 12, 2016 1844 views

What are some new careers that are going to arise in the next 10 years or so?

I am a student going into my junior year of high school. I understand that new careers are always being developed and am interested in what kind of careers will emerge in the future. Right now I am considering different career paths for me to take, as I am soon going to be graduating and...

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Karen Aug 08, 2016 1058 views

How should I start preparing for college?

Following my previous question, I would like to know how I can prepare for college. I am a third-year high school student who is indeed outside the loop of college preparation. I am wondering how I can plan ahead and what I can do to make it easier for me to apply to colleges. What are the...

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Karen Aug 08, 2016 944 views

When should I start preparing for college?

I am going into my junior year of high school in the Fall, anxious that I am another year closer to college. I know it is best to start preparing for college as early as possible, but when is early? I don't want too have to suffer later on and struggle to get all of my applications in. Should I...

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Karen Aug 08, 2016 1952 views

How can I pursue a career that does not assure financial stability in the future?

I want to ask this question on behalf of some of my friends who are struggling with the same situation. These particular friends are unimaginably talented in the things they like to do. For example, one may excel in art and another may be superior in music. As you and I may know, finding work...

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Karen Aug 08, 2016 1135 views

How do I find the right career for me?

Everyone knows that it is best to choose a career that explores your passions and that you are good at. I am aware of some of my hobbies and could list a few things that I find myself excelling at. How do I take all of this information and acquire a career that is right for me? There are many...

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Ishan Aug 08, 2016 1029 views

I wanted to have a degree in buissness, so should i go diretly to a undergraduate buissness or should i do enginnering first?

I'm a high school student thinking about my future. I would love to have this question help not just my future, but everyone else's who is in my career path . #engineering #mba #beginner

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Karen Aug 08, 2016 1205 views

What role does competition play in your career?

Although I have not yet started a career, competition has arose to be a challenging factor as a high school student. I see myself trying to do the best that I can do in my classes, but once I see someone else doing a little better than me, I don't find myself trying to outpace the other. I have...

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Karen Aug 07, 2016 1730 views

Should I choose the job I love or the job that makes me money?

Looking back at my 16 years of life, I would have never thought I would have to choose between doing what I love and making money. As a little girl, I always dreamed of being a teacher. I looked up to the agents of change at my school and appreciated all of the things they do for me and the...

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Karen Aug 07, 2016 2357 views

In high school, is it better to take career-related classes or classes that are pretty unnecessary to your future but are fun for you?

In high school, classes are separated into core classes (main subjects like Mathematics, English, Science, etc.) and electives (classes outside a required curriculum like Creative Writing, Band, Ceramics, etc.). Electives may not seem that important because they are more of a "just because"...

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Karen Aug 07, 2016 1180 views

What are the essential skills you need to possess when on the search for a job/career. How would I develop and practice these skills as a high school student?

Many have started their job/career lives during high school, whether it be a summer job or necessary part-time work during the school year. Many high school students have also gone out to look for a job, but have come back without a single "You're hired!". I would like to know if there are...

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Karen Aug 06, 2016 985 views

How do you gain experience when employers are only looking for workers with experience?

I had numerous experiences where my older brother, who is 20 years and old and going into his third year of college, would come home disappointed that the place he applied for previously did not accept him. Many of these places require outside experiences, but how is it possible to gain that...

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Karen Aug 06, 2016 2092 views

Which is more important when choosing a job: salary or work-life balance?

As a high school student, I have many needs and wants throughout the school year. Obviously, I would have to financially support myself if many of my desires are a bit pricey or my parents are no longer supporting me financially (other than food, shelter, etc.) Is it better to take up a...

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Karen Aug 06, 2016 1208 views

What are some ways a high school student is able to answer the age-old question: "What do I want to do for the rest of my life?"

I am a student going into my third year of high school, another year closer to college and choosing the career path I want to walk down. I have always wanted a career where I will be happy doing the work that I am doing. I never would want to force myself to do something that I would regret....

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Karen Aug 06, 2016 1092 views

Would taking up a part-time job during the school year be too stressful on me? (Third-Year High School Student)

I am a student going into my third year of high school and was very interested in taking up a summer job to support my financial needs and wants. I was only looking for a part-time job that would last from July to August because I would be very busy in the start of the new school year (I...

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Zaire Aug 04, 2016 963 views

What steps should I take to become a animator

My whole life I've always been interested in animation.But just recently I have made it my goal to actually be the one making it.But I have no idea where to start.

#animation

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Perry Aug 04, 2016 1249 views

How do the UK and US high school and college systems compare?

It is generally stated that the UK system is more disciplined while has more structure and the US system enforces more creative, personal, and "out of the box" thinking. However, is there any specific reason on system may be better than the other? #college #higher-education #secondary-education

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Zaire Aug 03, 2016 905 views

Does the high school you go to affect your chances getting into the college you want.

I go to Roxborough High school and I don't know why but when I tell people sometimes they tell me its a bad school to go to when its really not.Im just wondering if colleges will do the same thing and look over my application because of it. #college

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Jonathan Aug 01, 2016 4825 views

What career would combine cars and computers?

I absolutely love cars and computers. I tinker around with both a lot, because it's what I'm most interested in. It's my dream job working with a computer in a car or something like that. #computer

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Apollonia Jul 31, 2016 986 views

What is a good weekly budget for a first year college student?

I currently have a job and would just like to know how much I would be looking at spending during the first year so I can try and save towards it in case I don't keep the job I currently have after a couple of months.

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Apollonia Jul 29, 2016 1085 views

What is the best way to stay organized during the first year of college?

Hello!
My name is Apollonia and I'm from Pennsylvania. I'm about to go into my first year of college and would like to know if it's a difficult task to stay organized while juggling all the responsibilities of living on your own for the first time. #college #college-admissions

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Dora Jul 27, 2016 1082 views

What are some of the best jobs you should do while your in college ?

Students these days are very stressed out about keeping up with classes, maintaining good grades and social life while working to pay off debts/ bills. #work-life-balance #goal

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