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When becoming a nurse what is the hardest challenge that you face educational wise and financially wise? #fall2026
I am a senior In high school wanting to pursue nursing while attending a 4 year university. I am wanting to know all the difficulties and what I should be expecting so I'm not blind sided. Thank you.
How is major with pre-nursing and the nursing program going to be?
Pre-nursing and getting into the nursing program of the university you are going to attend, nursing is a challenging and impacted major, so I want to know how it is going to be and how challenging the classes can get.
What are some good ways to stay motivated?
Since the semester is coming to an end, I don't want to burn out! Any tips are helpful! #Fall25
What would be best?
I have an out-of-state college that’s interested in recruiting me, but their tuition is way out of my parents’ budget. My mom suggested that I take a year and go to a Cal State since it’s more affordable, and take a year off from soccer to try and get recruited by a Cal State during that time....
As a first gen attending college what are some tips for college?
I am a 17-year-old attending high school soon to graduate and I need some pointers on what to expect as someone that has no guidance on what to expect from college, I've chosen to pursue a higher education and to help make a difference in the medical field. Any advice would be helpful....
Which career should I strive for?
What advice could I get if I'm still not sure what career to pursue in as a highschooler who is already stressed out and has to complete their applications by the next week?
What are the possible roles an electrical engineer can have in a powerplant?
I feel like the obvious answer would be they maintain, check condition of and design the power generating portion of a power plant. I was wondering how much can be done in a powerplant with a BSEE.
How do veterinarians handle owners who lost their pets?
For example, the owner may have to put the pet down or it died during a surgery. How do vets confront the owners? How do the vets feel about it as well? Does it impact their mental health having to interact with the grieving owners?
How is college similar to high school?
I am in high school and wondering what are some similarities from high school that I can expect to see in college.
How should I narrow down my college list?
Hello to everyone reading this! I'm a junior in high school, and I have over 30 colleges on my list; however, I'm not sure how many safeties, reaches, targets, and so on I should include. Is there a specific number/range for each type of school I should consider? Thank you for your time!
How hard is it find a nursing job right out of college?
This would be after receiving my bachelors degree. I hope that I am able to find a nursing job right out of college but I have heard for a lot of people it is challenging also depending on the area. In college I plan to receive a strong education so with this I hope that I am able to get help...
How do I chose my college and major ?
How do I decide what college or university I want to go to and how do I chose what majors I want to chose
What’s the possibility of actually receiving a scholarship even though you have applied to many?
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How can I get a better idea of knowing which career will keep me happy in the long run?
I am the kind of person that doesn't feel comfortable with making a decision until I know every possible choice or outcome. I understand that a career can't fit someone perfectly and that I will never know for sure how I will feel about my career twenty years from now, but I am still scared of...
What skills should I focus on now if I want a career in Accounting in the next 5-10 years?
I'm a high school student interested in Accounting, Finance, and working with numbers. I want to start building the right skills and experience now to be well-prepared for college and a successful career in Accounting. #Fall25
Art school graduates(or attenders !), do you think art school is worth it ?
I'm someone who has been jumping around majors before finally landing on art school as a path to go. I've heard a lot of mixed stories about whether art school was worth it or not. To anyone who currently attends, graduated or teaches, what are your opinions ?
What is the best route to take for the electrician apprenticeship in college?
I would like to know what is the best way during collge is to be involved in a trade like that.
How can I go to college to become a pilot for free? #fall25
What are the requirements to become a pilot? What kind of school should I attend to become a pilot? What's better, being a private pilot or being a commercial pilot? Can I study Aeronautical and learn how to fly a plane at the same time? What kind of engineering could I study that also connects...
How do I figure out a more niche area of study within biology?
How do I figure out a more niche area of study? I love biology, though I don't have my 'thing' yet; I love it all! What is some good advice to find my thing within biology?
How would I go about getting, let alone applying for a job in the biochemistry field?
I'm a High School senior with no experience wondering this so I have relatively no issues when I eventually am qualified for such jobs.
What is the best way for students to build their portfolio when applying for jobs and internships in the animation and illustration industry?#Fall25
Currently in my second year of college, pursuing my BFA degree in animation and illustration. I'm looking into an internship for the upcoming school year, and I'm not certain how to professionally organize my work when applying to internships.
What is the best way to practice law What would be the smartest way to start a law firm right after law school??
I look forward to starting my journey into law but it is so overwhelming, what is habits I can start building now that can help me increase my chances?
What language would be the most helpful to learn for someone who wants to go into the International Development Sphere?
I want to apply to a language internship where I do an immersive language program and am having trouble choosing a language. There isn't really one that stands out to me, I just really want to be sure I choose a language that will be helpful in my future aspirations. I do not fully know what I...
What are some good internships for psychology-related careers?
I'm a college junior, and I haven't been able to find an internship near me, which is starting to worry me. I'm based in San Diego and would like to stay in the San Diego area.
What are some great tips for networking?
I feel that I don't network enough and I'm worried about being left behind. #Fall25
What can I do to ensure my success during college?
As a person who's never had a true job and enjoys doing school sports, what can I do to possibly manage college and a job? Are there clubs, organizations, or groups created during college that guide you or prepare you to succeed after and during college? What have been the most common habits...
What is the difference: degree BS in nursing vs nursing RN with BS,?
What is the difference: degree BS in nursing vs nursing RN with BS,
I'm a freshman bio-med major at UCI, and I was wondering how to start a track to medical school. Specializations happen in the 2nd year, and I was wondering how would I switch to the nursing major or the pediatric major?
How and when do I apply to med-school?
When should I expect to take the MCAT & what should I study? Is it unusual to take it going into my sophomore year, and study in the summer?
I am a freshman at UCI
What are the best ways to secure scholarships to help cover college costs ?
What are the best ways to secure scholarships to help cover college costs? I’m a senior in the middle of my college applications and would be grateful for any support or advice.
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How do you study on campus without living paycheck to paycheck? Also if scholorships arent enough financial support is it recommended to work while in college?
I am a senior, Graduating in May. I have no work experience and have an interest in studying psychology to be either a clinical psychologist or a developmental psychologist.
How do have the strength to pursue what you want above your parents aspirations for you?
At first I wanted to be a lawyer, at the prompting of my parents(mainly my mom), then I wanted to be a priest. But now I’m sure I want to pursue the medical field or some sort of occupation that deals with the public health. One topic that has interested me is herbalism. I like the idea of...
What's some advice for new nursing students?
What's something a student starting a CNA program should be aware of? How does it compare to starting immediately as a nurse? Any advice?
What are the best and hardest parts of working as a Radiation Therapist?
Im a highschool senior and Im trying to figure out if a career in Radiation Therapy or as an MRI Tech would be better for me. I love both aspects and purposes of each job, but just wondering what are your experiences? Any help or tips are much appreciated thank you!!
How does one use their college degree to work their way up to the corporate world of business? ?
What does the process look like and how could internships during college help me to get there? #Fall2025
What's the best approach for someone looking to be a forensic scientist or crime scene investigator?
I'm a senior in high school graduating in June. I plan on going to college for biochemistry and also plan to stay in California.
How can I better myself to succeed in becoming a Radiation Therapist?
I'm currently in community college in my 2nd year and I have yet to finish all the credentials I need to transfer to get my Bachelors. I find it very difficult to study and focus on science related classes as it's too much for me to handle so I feel very behind. Any advice is welcomed.
Guys, If I want to get a good job for engineering right after College do I need to go to a big known school?
Currently in 12th and I'm looking through schools but the big programs are incredibly competitive and I don't know if I'm cut out compared to others applying. I'd like to apply to state schools but I've heard bigger schools give you a better chance of getting a job right after.
How can I help better myself for what college has to offer?
What do you recommend me to help prepare for like big test maybe how should I order my subjects. What are good study habits?
Is being a Physician Assistant specializing in just Neurology realistic? Or is it harder to find this specific area of work, rather than something like pediatrics?
I would like to know if I should not be so hopeful that I will get a job being a Physician Assistant assisting in Neurology, or if I can rest assured that this path is realistic. Also, I would like to know if all Neurology PA's have to work with surgical procedures, or if they are mainly free...
What do you think college teaches you more about a subject or more about yourself ?
I’m a senior at Cesar Chavez high school I’m in between two majors which are psychology and sociology I’m a multi student athlete that plays track and field, football, and basketball
How can I be organized?
I wonder how ot deal with school, work, family time, and time for myself. I know college can be a lot of work, especially me going into the medical field.
How do I become a Nuclear Pharmacist?
I am a highschool junior originally interested in compound pharmacy, but as I did a bit more research I saw Nuclear Pharmacy. I've never heard of it before and I just want to know if anyone has any information about the job and how they got to that position.
What are some jobs that use math a good amount within the engineering field?
Hello, I like math lots, but programming not so much. I was wondering if there were any jobs within the engineering industry that use math a decent amount. Any ideas are useful… Just not really sure what I want to do with my life. Also some soft/hard skills that would be needed for the job...
Are there any programs, mentor, or specific classes that help transfer students like me get that kind of entrepreneurial project off the ground while we're still in school?
I'm a 2 year transfer student and already excited to start a small salon business in the local community with my best friend.
How do you maintain a work-life balance within the hospitality industry when you have a heavy workload? #Fall25
I am a hospitality management major at the University of San Francisco. How do those within management handle the stress of working heavy hours? What tips do you have to manage life outside of work? #Fall25
Interviews are hard - how should I prepare for one in my future career?
How can I prepare for an interview? #Fall25
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