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How focused is an economics major on fiance/business?
I'm thinking about majoring in Economics, but I have very little interest in going into a career related to Wall Street, the stock market, etc, or continuing on to business school. I'm most interested in economics research in behavioral economics, and some in policy. To what extent would a...
Are there any problems with entering college in the spring semester?
I've recently gotten accepted to a good college, but with admission deferred to spring semester. Once I get in, I'll be student just like any students, but I was wondering if there were any academic or social problems with not entering in the fall with most admitted freshman. Does anyone have...
What is it like to work as a fashion magazine editor or journalist?
I am considering pursuing fashion journalism, but I don't know what the lifestyle of a journalist is. Is it mostly a desk job or would there be more walking around?
#fashion #journalism #choosing-a-career
If I chose finance as my major, how difficult would it be if I decided to later pursue medical or law school?
I have many interests, and I am still somewhat undecided. I want to keep my options open, but I don't know if I would be able to pursue more than one interest in college.
Thank you.
#undecided #medicine #finance #choosing-a-major
Am I too young to make my mind up on what I want to be?
I am a sophomore. Should I wait till I am a senior to make a definite decision, or is it okay to make up my mind now and work towards that goal? #medicine #doctor #pediatrics
If I want to become a pediatrician, what major should I begin with?
I plan on doing a double major, so I would like to know which ones I should take to pursue a career as a pediatrician. #working-with-children
How competitive is the chemical engineering field?
#chemical-engineering #chemical-engineer #engineering
Can I become a doctor in another country with an american M.D.?
If I were to earn a degree from a medical school in the United States, how complicated would it be to work as a doctor in a country such as Germany?
#medicine #international
What are some fields for people(myself) that excel in Math?
I don’t know what I want to major in/do in my future however I plan on taking calculus (as a junior) and have a 4.0. I know I have endless choices I just don’t know of any specific jobs. #choosing-a-major #college-major #college-majors #mathmatics #math #college
What are the pros and cons of attending a large University versus a small collage?
I am undecided on if I want to attendlarge university, of a smaller college. Id like to inquire on the differences between both and what works well. #college #college-major #college-advise #university
How important is having a College Degree in the real world, or is work experience more important?
I plan on attending college, however I don’t want to deal with having college debt. Would going to a trade school or getting into the workforce early be better instead of attending a 4 year University? #college-bound #tradeschool #college-advice #college #debt
How do I get into publishing?
I'm aware that it requires some level of internships but I'm not aware of the amount. Where should I intern? When? How do I acquire an internship?
#publishing #interships #english #magazines #books
Can Journalism really be a "lead-way" major into publishing?
My counselor knows that I wanted to be a book editor as my final career. However instead of majoring in English, she told me to major in Journalism because English is more for Education? I just wanted to know if I should put English or Journalism or if it matters. #journalism...
Does the reputation of the school you attend really matter?
Are Ivy League schools really any better than state schools? Do employers have a preference?
#college #college-advice #career-advice #career-counseling
How do you cope with regret?
There is an endless variety of jobs available, from software engineer, to anesthesiologist, to landscape architect. Most people are not simply skilled in one area, but in multiple arenas of study. There are many times I have overheard conversations of jobholders wishing they had entered this...
What career pathway is most effective in changing lives?
I have decided a long time ago that I would make the most of the time I am given on this Earth. My desire is to have a positive impact on as many people as possible. I want to be a key instrument in the improvement of society. The occupations I am considering include options such as doctor,...
What kind of experience is the best to seek out in college?
Many colleges brag about their co-op, research, and internship opportunities for students. Are any of these better than the others? I am interested in chemical engineering, and would like to know what I should seek out during my time in college. #chemical-engineering #engineering #internships...
How do you pass IB biology
#IBBiology #biology #grades #exams #studying #time-management
How do you take a GAP year?
#gap-year #college #graduation #college-prep #life-transitions
Switching careers?
I'm 42 and a little apprehensive about making a career change. I have four children and as they get older it is becoming more financially difficult at my current position. I have read that #Anthropology is a good field to go into, but not if someone is interested in making money. As old as I...
What tools and equipment do occupational therapists use?
What tools/ equipment do they use
#tools #equipment #occupational #therapists #occupational-therapy
If I major in research and experimental psychology would I be able to create psychological programs (international, local, etc.)?
I was told I could be able to create psychological programs, for example a program for children suffering from ptsd, but was not told specifically what to study or how to do so. I would truly like to have this a future career option and would like to know how I would be able to achieve it....
If you are interested in studying occupational thearpy as a major, but it is not listed in the majors offered at the school can you study it under another major at the school?
There aren't many schools that I have looked into that offer occupational therapy as its own major and I am starting to question if it is its own major. In addition I was wondering if it could fall into other majors/fields of study in college. #occupational-therapy #college-majors #career...
What should I do to get into Virginia Tech?
What are the minimum grades and how to should I approach the school in my Essay?
#school #virginiatech
Should I get a B.S. or a B.A.?
I'm going into psychology and wanted to know what would be right for me. WHat's the difference? #psychology #bachelors-degree
Does the FBI or CIA like for an employee to have a certain major?
If I go into the FBI or CIA, do I need to take certain classes in college. Can I major in a field like engineering or business and still get the job, or is there a specific major they are look for when hiring? #criminal-justice #business #engineering
What's the FERPA?
Hi all! So I am using the common app and I'm just confused as to what the FERPA is and if I should surrender my right or not. Thanks in advance!
#common-app #college #college-advice #ferpa #college-applications
when should i do Internships in College
I am hoping to attend college somewhere for marketing and i'm hoping to do some internships during college to get experience for when i graduate. I was wondering what year should i start looking and getting internships? Also do companies look at summer internships as less then school year...
How do you know if you're on the right path?
Some people seem like they have it all figured out or seem confident with what they want to do but till this day I still have no idea if I'm 100% certain about anything. There are too many voices that are telling me different things like "you need to go to college", "do something practical",...
How can I change my outlook on life and its complications to be less stressful and more enjoyable?
college applications and everything is piling on me. I know it'll all turn out to be okay, but I can't help but feeling super stressed all the time
#stress #stress-management #college
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