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Are Ivy Leagues REALLY worth it?
Although there is already debate regarding this around the country, I decided to bring the discussion here. Is going to an Ivy League and/or prestigious school REALLY beneficial to one's career? #college #undergraduate #ivy-league #entry-level
Are CLEP tests a pass/fail scoring system?
is it a pass/ fail test #college #university #college-credit #clep-test
Which ivy league school is most accepting of high achieving transfers?
Ending my second year with very competitive near perfect college GPA, looking to transfer to more academically focus school. Either a small liberal arts college or ivy. Open to other choices also with suggestions #college #higher-education #college-applications #academic-advising #ivy-league...
What are some Liberal Arts Colleges that would accept transfer credits/ courses from state school?
Very interest in transferring to a small, liberal arts college for individualized and though probing courses. Currently finishing my 2nd year of college a medium sized public state university. My current major is finance. Please comment if you would like more info the the courses that I have...
What are some possible occupations that involve cultural preservation?
I recently graduated with a degree in Sociology/Anthropology (that's one major) and currently live in Japan. Living in Japan has given me many opportunities to visit sites of cultural and historical importance. I've always been fascinated by the history of each place and have thought of...
How do you reconcile between following your passion and choosing a career that can support you financially?
Hello! I am a recent college graduate (got my BA), and I've been recently doing some deep soul searching in terms of life purpose and mission. There is a part of me that wants to go straight for things that I'm interested in but at the same time, I do want to be practical and be in a...
Which Ivy League school is most accepting of transfers student?
I am considering transferring universities. I have an excellent current university GPA, many service hours, and involvement in a few organizations on campus. My current university is not a good fit socially and I do not like the location and atmosphere. Looking for a place where others are...
What are some grad schools that offer a Master of Finance degree?
Looking into graduate school and starting a list of possible graduate schools that offer a Master of Finance degree. #finance #higher-education #colleges #masters-degree #mba #corporate-finance #business-school
What are some job possibilities for a Biotechnology major?
Biotechnology is the exploitation of biological processes for industrial and other purposes, especially the genetic manipulation of microorganisms for the production of antibiotics, hormones, etc. So creating new drugs and testing them for results of the strategic genetic changes? Which...
What are some companies that apply the Six Sigma Management Quality technique?
Would like some reference to companies that use this calculation for their processes. #production #operations-management #manufacturing #quality-control #quality-management #six-sigma
What is a Roth IRA?
Please explain what it it, why it is used, and compare it to other similar but different methods #investment-management #investing #saving #taxation #income-tax
What type of things does a CFO do?
What is the CFO in charge of? What are the specific things he/ she would look over? What are some typical requirements? #finance #management #ceo #corporate-finance #cpa #executive-office #cfo #financial-reporting
What type of things are the on GMAT test?
Give some examples?
What are the best ways to study the topics?
Break down the test into segments and explain each using own experiences. #business #management #graduate-school #testing #mba #executive-office #gmat
What are the differences between Finance and Accounting majors?
What is the differentiating material and curriculum that makes the distinction?
A compare and contrast/ pros con list would be appreciated #business #finance #accounting #cpa #analytics
When applying for entry level jobs while still in college/ recent graduate, do employers care about GPA?
I work really hard and have a 4.0 GPA in college as a full time student, some kids that I talk to say that GPA doesn't matter in the real world. I am asking a professional, does a high GPA show for an excellent work ethic and intelligence? #management #resume #interviews #college-jobs #hiring...
What are the negative aspects of graduating from university early?
I plan to attend the University of North Texas in the fall. After going over a course plan that I found for my major, social work, I realized that I will not be spending 4 years there. I have accumulated enough AP and dual credit hours to graduate in 3 years if I take 15 hours each semester. My...
What does a first job represent?
I'm a high school senior looking for a part time position as my first job. Should a first job like this be focused on whatever is available, or should it connect to the career I want to pursue in the future. For context, I want to work as a macro social worker in the future, but there are few...
What is the best way to get into writing articles?
I want to begin submitting my writing to independent zines and magazine style websites that feature writers, but I do not know where to begin. Do you have any advice on where I can find people to write for, as well as how to become a better writer? Thank you! #journalism #writing...
How hard is medical school?
I've heard that medical school is really hard, is that true? I know it requires work, but how much? #medicine #surgeon #medicine-education #doctors
What is surgery like?
I think I want to be a surgeon and I wanted to know what performing surgery is like. Is it fun? Hard? As rewarding as it seems? #surgery #surgeon #general-surgery #doctors #cardiac-surgeon #plastic-surgeon #spine-surgery #oral-surgery
how could someone get a head start on computer science?
I'm just curious how I could get a jump on the skills needed #science #computer
computer science
What does a day in the life a computer scientist look like? #science #computer
Would it be useful to have a minor in a foreign language?
I am in my fifth year of Spanish, and would like to peruse it as a minor. I am wondering if it would be a useful skill to continue developing to work ing the physics industry. #career #physics #language #spanish #personal-development
What are jobs that use physics and statistics?
I love both physics and statistics, and am having trouble choosing which career path to follow. The applied math and logic of the subjects is the part that interests me the most. I am wondering if there are any exciting jobs that involve both subjects. #career-choice #career-path #physics...
What does an average day for a civil engineer look like?
I know that I want to go to college to become an engineer but I am unsure what type of engineer I want to be. #engineering #civil-engineering
Would you recommend UMD or UND for a major in engineering?
I really want to go to college for some type of engineering but I am unsure as to which of these two colleges would be most beneficial for me. #college #engineering #college-major
How do you ( a medical doctor) calm yourself down in dire situations?
For example when a patient is dying. I would like to know because I've always wanted to be a doctor since I was little, but I'm not sure how I'll handle myself in those situations. I think tips would be helpful. #doctor #medicine #emergency-room #stress-management #emergency-management
I have been set on majoring in Biomedical Engineering under a pre-med track for a few years and I was wondering how difficult it is to switch majors within an engineering department of a college throughout the four years of my undergraduate degree?
I am not quite sure if biomedical engineering will be the best fit for me and I won't know this until I try it out in college and I am worried that I will not be able to switch majors easily. I also want to study under a pre-medicine track which might make it more difficult to switch majors. No...
As there are still not many women in the engineering field, what would I be able to do in college and my future career to earn more respect from men in that field?
I have heard from some female engineers that I have talked to about how they weren't given as much respect as they should from men in college and their workplace. This worries me because I want to major in Biomedical Engineering and I want to be fully respected in the workplace and in college...
How to get hired despite not having experience?
What can I do to prove I don't need experience to be successful? #job-coaching
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