California, USA

I’m a college sophomore who just got rejected from her dream school. For context, I have a 4.0 GPA, survived childhood cancer, and have been paying my own way through community college. I understand that I am not entitled to a yes from everyone. But I don’t understand how I could do everything...

I currently work in ABA therapy and special education and love it so much but am working towards a degree in Social Work....

I’m a two‑year varsity captain, a four‑year starter, and a student with a 3.92 GPA. I’m competitive, disciplined, and I’ve always been the kind of person who leads by example. I know I want a career in business and finance, and my long‑term goal is to help professional athletes make smart...

What additional skills would one need?

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I seem to be coming up short. I’ve been trying to get internship offers for summer and fall but there’s nothing in my area with the exception of medical scribes and volunteer opportunities. Any advice?

I am currently a 19-year-old in community college. I am currently addicted to K-Pop. Anywhere, anytime (maybe I'm exaggerating). I started getting into K-Pop when LE SSERAFIM promoted their single 'Perfect Night' with the fps game, Overwatch. After I saw my friend had a photo of Hanni...

I’m a first-gen student and licensed cosmetologist transferring to Sacramento State. My mission is to open my own beauty or tattoo studio, and I’m using my Marketing degree to build that dream. I’m nervous about balancing full-time classes and housing costs with a hands-on apprenticeship or...

I'm a bit worried and excited about how i'll fare on a personal level in college. My parents haven't gone, so I'm going in blind. (Or, metaphorically, with cataracts.) I'm honestly just curious to see other people's experience in a post-college perspective.

I've heard a couple of people say the degree doesn't really matter, but how will it affect, or will it affect my ability to become a surgeon?

Its difficult to know what you want for a carrer but you can go and try and if you dont like it no more its okay so you can back out and try the other you want to do.

with homework and life

I am currently a pre-veterinary student going to into my second year of college in a couple months. My favorite classes are anything to do with art, music, or animals. I also enjoy writing and reading.

I am a high school senior that is about to enter college. I plan on entering the librarian field, but I am unsure if I should already be seeking out experience opportunities, and what opportunities are out there.

just wondering if I am required to take all 4 years

Really want to do something related to sports and sports medicine is most likely the easiest way to relate to something like that

I'm currently waitlisted at my dream school for pre-physician assistant, and I'm unsure of how to pick a school to commit to and attend prior to May 1st.

I'm an aspiring psychiatrist who is currently a high school senior and recently been accepted to prestigious universities like UCLA, UCI, and UCSD. I have participated in many volunteering and academic extracurriculars while in high school. However, I am wondering what I can do while pursuing...

Im a senior in highschool who is looking for a career in science. Im exploring careers that are in the lab but I am still unsure of what to do that satisfies me and pays well.

Based on your experience, which one would you prefer - hybrid or in-person CNA Training. Please share your thoughts that it can be helpful for someone who is looking for CNA Training in Califronia.

I’m a college accounting student involved in leadership roles and student organizations, and I’d love insight on what actually stands out to recruiters in practice.

I regularly attend networking events and want to improve how I connect with recruiters and professionals. I’m looking for advice on what makes someone memorable in a positive way.

I’ve held multiple leadership roles in student organizations and want to better communicate my impact rather than just listing responsibilities. Any tips on framing or storytelling would be helpful.

I’m planning to go into public accounting and want to be as prepared as possible before starting full-time. I’m especially interested in skills that aren’t always emphasized in coursework.

Currently in 10th grade .
I don't know if I should start my essay now. I have no idea what to write about so far and I need some tips.
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I'm a first time community college student thinking of majoring in social work/human services and minoring in something else(business maybe) in case I decide to pivot in the future, but I'm not sure if it's the move.

On track to graduate with my PhD in Mind-Body Medicine in 2027.

I have always had a reliable day job to accompany my pursuit of an acting career. That stability came at the cost of fully jumping into my career and developing it, as I didn't have the time. I know work in this industry is not the most stable, so what sort of side-business would you...

I am a first-generation college student and a 23-year Army veteran currently pursuing a degree in Computer Information Systems and Cybersecurity. While I am working hard on my technical foundation and AWS certifications, I want to ensure my decades of leadership experience aren't overlooked...

I come from south central, a low income community and raised by a single mother who early on showed me the true meaning of resilience. I started pursuing college but just like the rest of the world my plans were disrupted by Covid. shortly after I became pregnant and later became a military...

Hi! I'm a current high school senior interested in business, and I'm currently deciding between 2 schools that I've recently received acceptances to: UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and Cornell Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management! They are both very good business schools, but...

May need a way to have a source of income to live in college

the surgeon type is a Pediatric
surgeon.

I've been thinking of taking plenty of AP classes through high school, but I'm not sure if the workload is worth the lower cost. Especially considering I've heard some colleges don't accept AP test scores.

I have been accepted to a university already and am looking for ways to pay my tuition.

We have lots of students who can't afford going to school because their parents are unable. We believe in a better future for each single one of them.

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I'm currently a high school junior also interested in the social sciences in general, but I'm not very committed to anything yet.

A lot of people I know, haven't decided a career to pursue in life and I was also wondering how long we would have to decide a career goal before it is to late.

I have been thinking about switching career goals because I don't know if real estate agent is the job I really want and I'm already 17 what should I do if I want a new career goal is it too late?

You don't need my life's story, but I've had this dream since I came out of the womb. Maybe even before. And there is simply nothing I love doing more (then singing and songwriting)! Nothing at all! So, as an almost fourteen-year-old girl (am I allowed to expose this information, anyways?),...

Job application tips, writing skills, etc.

For analysts in finance, transaction advisory, or economic consulting, what early-career habit most accelerated your growth and credibility on project teams?

What school should I go to?
What extra classes in college or high school should I take?

I'm really open to a wide varitey of different roles.

I am a freshman student in Ethiopia currently facing a difficult decision regarding my major. I am writing to seek advice from professionals who might have experience in these fields or in navigating career paths in developing regions. Currently, I am enrolled in Computer Science, but I am...

MCA graduate with interests in software development, logistics tech, and AI-driven solutions. Passionate about coding, system design, and learning new technologies.

Looking at CNA programs and wondering: how flexible are your clinical schedules really? Can you work and do clinicals?

I was looking for answers reagrding the flexibility of the CNA Training Programs in California. Did your CNA program offer schedules that helped you balance work or family? Did your school supported you?

I’m especially interested in what entry-level jobs or experiences help build toward that role, and how long it usually takes to move into management. Also, what are some of the biggest challenges people face along the way—like hitting sales targets, handling rejection, or leading a team—and how...

I plan to study business administration in the future but I would like to know how to prepare now.