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NEIL May 26 1481 views

What can I do to build on my resume as an 8th grader?

What can I do to build on my resume as an 8th grader? Hello! My name's Neil and I really need help. I'm in 8th grade but I feel like I am kind of falling behind on the whole resume thing, so I was wondering if it's possible to get internships as an 8th grader for Business Administration or...

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Paula May 01 157 views

What makes higher education in modern America so expensive ?

I'm just interested in the societal and economic factors behind it.

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Daniel Apr 30 658 views

What are the most important skills, habits, and experiences I should start developing now to successfully start and run my own business in the future?

I am currently a high school student interested in business and entrepreneurship. I enjoy working with technology and have started learning about selling products online. I want to build my own business someday, so I’m also wondering what classes or college majors would best help me reach that goal.

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Lerric Apr 29 46 views

What are the Best Ways for a Pre-Med Student Interested in PM&R to Gain Meaningful Clinical Experience before Medical School ?

As a current college sophomore transitioning into my junior year, I'm interested in pursuing a career that combines neuroscience, medicine, and social impact because I see healthcare as a bridge between wellness and justice. I have gained experience in lab/research settings, but I'm less...

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Abagail Apr 28 227 views

What can I do kickstart jobs in my major while I am starting or currently attending college?

I am a first generation college student that will be majoring theatre. I took a gap year to save money for tuition and will probably be working throughout the school year as well. But, I have been thinking if there is a way I can tie my work into my intended major to gain as much experience...

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donovan Apr 24 79 views

How can i stay organized in my first year of college?

i am a 17 year old high school senior about to go into college to major in criminal justice and in the end be in the FBI but i have trouble keeping school working and life organized.

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Adia Apr 23 146 views

How to deal with the mental stress and demand that college requires its students to have?

I am currently a high school senior who will be attending a 4-year college come fall. I have dealt with stress before, however, when it comes to stress induced by school, I always seem to have a harder time coping. College is a huge commitment, both financially and mentally, so I want to go...

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Clara Apr 22 322 views

How can I effectively study for a physics midterm ?

My high school never really gave us midterms, so this is a big change for me. I want to learn how I can learn the content the most efficiently for a physics-heavy exam.

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Frita Apr 22 62 views

How do you prepare yourself for life during and after college?#Spring26

I am a high school senior getting ready to go into college, and I am worried about everything involving life outside of high school. How to prepare to be away from everyone you know and start a new life? I am planning to go into electrical engineering in college and what to know when class...

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Hope Apr 20 81 views

What kind of supports are available to help incoming college freshmen prepare themselves academically and socially to transfer to a more prestigious university? #Spring26

Specific contacts, books/websites, etc.
Anything helps! Just looking to get started, hoping someone out there will have some more information on this topic.
#Spring26

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Jeremiah Apr 19 146 views

Is the process of going to college, med school, residency, etc., worth it, or is a safer career option a better decision financially?

I am a High School Senior, and have always wanted to be a doctor. I am struggling to decide between my state school (UMD), which is much cheaper, and UNC. At UMD, I would study engineering, giving up on my dream of becoming a doctor, while at UNC I would study biology on a pre-med track. #Spring25

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Andriana Apr 18 130 views

What criteria should be considered when planning a semester abroad during undergraduate?

I'm an incoming freshman but I've been told that to study abroad, my plan must have a solid foundation by the end of my first school year.

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Emma Apr 17 267 views

How do you know which clinical opportunities are best for medical school applications and how do you find these opportunities?

I am going into my freshman year of college

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Madelyn Apr 17 519 views

If I were to design my long-term career path from the ground up, what combination of skills, roles, and environments would best position me for both professional growth and meaningful impact?

I am a college freshman majoring in Business Administration with a specialization in technology. I enjoy working independently and tend to do well in roles that involve problem-solving and analytical thinking. Although my academic focus is in technology and business, I also have a strong...

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Mae Apr 17 236 views

How can aspiring visual artists or animators build a sustainable career and maintain originality as AI becomes more influential in the creative industry, and what skills should they focus on to stay competitive?

I’m a student interested in pursuing a major in visual arts or animation. I enjoy drawing and creative storytelling, and I’m considering a future career in the animation or digital art industry. However, I’ve been seeing a lot of discussion about how AI is starting to impact creative fields,...

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Gabriel Apr 14 517 views

How should I determine my double major/minor as a prospective Government major??

As a prospective government major at William and Mary, would it be wise to include a major or a minor in business? My thoughts were that an additional focus in a slightly more technical field would make me more competitive and add job security, and I would love some additional insight into...

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Magdalene Apr 14 116 views

How can I best manage my time in order to manage being a nursing major and being a D1 rower, or is that simply not possible because both will take up so much time?

Nursing is such a time consuming major and I want to row D1, but I just do not know if that is feasible.

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Dakota Apr 09 228 views

How do small-town romance authors use social media to build a readership before their first book launch? #Spring26

I am a communications student working on my first romance novel . I am looking for advice on balancing brand building with my creative processed which platforms are most effective for the romance niches. #Spring26

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Frances Mar 12 719 views

What was the most important thing you learned about yourself in college and how did it shape your career choices?

I'm a nontraditional student that's transferring from a 2-year to a 4-year school this fall. I know academics are important but I've also seen a lot of growth in myself. I've learned a lot about how I am as a person and want to learn from others' experiences.

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Kenya Mar 05 594 views

How to let colleges know that I am avaliable and eligible?

I am in grade nine wanting to know what colleges or universities look for in students.

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Angel Nov 30, 2025 391 views

What is the best way to get experience in the medical field?

I have a medical assistant certificate, but I haven't been able to gain experience with it. I want to gain experience while continuing my studies. #Fall25

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Katie Nov 30, 2025 173 views

What is the best studying habits to use that allow you to ace every test no matter how much information is on the test and no matter how long every test is?

When studying how to do you stay focused longer?

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loraine Nov 30, 2025 287 views

What skills are necessary for nursing school and whats the best advice you could give when applying to nursing school and to get through it??

I'm in my first year of college and apply for nursing school in 2 months as VCU has a 3 year nursing program.

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Claudia Nov 29, 2025 1344 views

How can I prepare for Healthcare interviews?

Hello!
I am an ultrasound student in my first year of school and clinical rotations. Once I start applying to jobs, how can I prepare for the interview process? Are there certain questions that I should be prepared for?

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Ava Nov 19, 2025 912 views

How hard is aerospace engineering relative to other engineering subjects?

How hard is aerospace engineering relative to other engineering subjects? Is it suggested to minor in something like mechanical engineering and then switch into the major before deciding upon such a difficult major? #Fall25

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Elena Nov 16, 2025 344 views

Where can I find non-need-based scholarships to fund out-of-state tuition?

Some things about me: - My family's income is too high to qualify for need-based aid - I really want to go to a university out of state - I'm female - I'm white - I plan to go into biochemistry and research - I have a 4.0 unweighted / 4.45 weighted GPA - 1520 SAT and 36 ACT - I'm captain of my...

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Kelsey Nov 15, 2025 454 views

What is the best college that offers a Japanese major? #Fall25

I want to go to school for Japanese, and I have toured one school so far. I plan on looking at a few more schools, but I want to find a great school that has an exceptional Japanese program, so that I am making sure that I get the best education. I want to take language learning very seriously,...

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Samantha Nov 14, 2025 506 views

What is the best way to stay out of debt during college without taking out a student loan ?

I am a High School senior and am hoping to get a degree in Business Administration and then take 2 years of religious studies. I do not want to have debt for the rest of my life, and college is expensive, especially if I am doing it for 5 years. I have taken about a year of dual enrollment,...

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Ella Nov 12, 2025 403 views

What are the chances of building a decent career in Marine Biology with just a bachelor's degree? Do I need to earn a master's to even find a quality job in that field?

I am a high school senior. I plan to major in marine biology and minor in studio art. I have heard that it can be difficult to enter the field of marine biology without a master's degree, but I would like to seek an expert's advice.

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Cody Nov 07, 2025 433 views

How to find an internship program in my field of study? #Fall25

I am looking for advise on how to find an internship program in Civil engineering, Architecture, or Aerospace Engineering. I am having a hard time finding anything online and I do not know anyone in this field to guide me. #Fall25

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Cody Nov 07, 2025 362 views

How can I find an internship or even a part-time entry level position in Civil engineering or Architecture and Aerospace Engineering, which is what I plan to study in college?

I am a senior in high school and plan on Studying Civil Engineering and/or Architecture.

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Giovanni Oct 01, 2025 998 views

How can I get realistic experience as an entrepreneur without over exposing myself to the financial and legal risk of business.?

I am a 18 high school student with very little financial capital.

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Chezneigh Sep 29, 2025 1882 views

What are low cost or free CNA courses in Maryland that a 16 year old can attend while still in highschool?

Hello I am a 16 year old, soon to be 17 year old in Maryland. I am looking to become a CNA before I graduate high school, are there any cheap or low cost CNA programs that I can attend while also still being a high school student? Online, or in person work. I´d like to get a jump start in my...

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Janet Aug 12, 2025 4446 views

How can a high schooler get clinical experience ?

How should I contacting doctors/clinics I'm unfamiliar with for a shadowing opportunity, volunteering, etc. Are there any other ways I can get experience? Hospitals and clinics in my area don't usually allow high school shadowing, volunteering at hospitals is also hard to get because of the...

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Kaiya Jun 30, 2025 2188 views

How to find a job while doing dual enrollment in high school and dealing with a chronic illness?

I am a rising senior in high school, and going into my 2nd full year at MC as a dual enrollment student. I am also dealing with Wegener's Granulomatosis.

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Katrina Jun 23, 2025 3522 views

I'm a rising junior that is interested in accounting but I'm unsure what are the possible career paths for me. ?

What can I do in the upcoming year and even now to help me? What are the possible career paths for me?

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Tasnin May 29, 2025 2966 views

What can I do this summer (summer before senior year) to improve my college applications?

Hello! This summer will be my last summer in high school. This fall, I'll be applying to colleges. I was wondering what things I could do this summer to improve my applications. I'm signing up to volunteer at my local hospital however, I found out it's lottery-based, not skill-based, so I am...

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Camila Apr 30, 2025 2832 views

What are some recommend hard skills to add to your resume for internships?

I'm a second year student in college and currently looking for internships within the fashion industry. I was wondering if any professionals could give me some insight on skills I should learn that would make me a better candidate for internships. I would appreciate anyone who does business,...

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Kelis Apr 30, 2025 1157 views

How do you stay motivated while pursuing a demanding degree?

For context, I come from a low-income background and am pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine. I know that this career path is difficult in terms of coursework and requires many years of schooling. I am transferring from a Community College to a 4-year institution this fall, with veterinary...

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Ana Apr 30, 2025 597 views

How do I figure out what style of note taking works best for the way I process information in order for me to genuinely take in what I learn rather than memorize information just for a test or exam and completely forget it afterward?

I'm currently a senior in high school who is going to college in the fall and majoring in biochemistry. Although I have taken AP Chemistry and AP Biology and I am fortunate enough to say I have a pretty good background in each subject, I know these courses in college will definitely be more...

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Angie Apr 30, 2025 1143 views

Have you ever had a moment where you thought, ‘This is exactly why I became a nurse’? #Spring25

I want to hear any story! Good, bad, weird, funny. I personally want to become a nurse after taking care of my mother who passed away because of metastatic cancer. Being her "mini nurse" made me realize how much of a difference I could make. Although she was my favorite patient, there were...

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Millah Apr 26, 2025 1096 views

When is the ideal time to be looking for scholarships for the next year in college??

I am an incoming freshman who's worried about being able to pay pass my first year of college and I was wonder when I should start looking for more scholarships.

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Ryan Apr 26, 2025 258 views

What experiences have you learned from?

I'm in 12th grade about to graduate high school.

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Luka Apr 26, 2025 2952 views

What are some careers that you can go into after studying musical theatre and decide not to pursue a life on the stage? #spring25

I am excited to start my musical theatre major in the fall, but curious to see what other careers people have gone into if the stage is not in the cards.

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William Apr 25, 2025 415 views

How did you find your first job (Physics)?

Was it straight out of Grad school or Undergrad? Was it lined up? Did you search for it? Most importantly, did it have to do with your degree?

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Melanie Apr 25, 2025 1770 views

What volunteer/intern STEM opportunities are there for high schoolers??

Hi! I'm a rising junior who's looking into studying a STEM major, most likely biology or biochemistry. Are there any resources to find volunteer or internship opportunities that are local to me? For college, do I need to volunteer in a STEM field, or would a local hospital or library be...

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Victoria Apr 24, 2025 557 views

How do I work through the stress of finishing the college acceptance process?

I have already been accepted, I just have a checklist to complete with a million things while also trying to finish high school.

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Sam Apr 23, 2025 553 views

What should a graduating senior do during their summer leading up to their college freshman year??

2025 Graduating Senior in Maryland, going to community college, transfer

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Eldana Apr 22, 2025 1235 views

Is the University of Pittsburgh law school a good law school?

If I want to go into law school after undergrad, is doing the 3+3 program worth the time and money?

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Carson Apr 19, 2025 1056 views

How hard is it to start your own business and what are the first steps of starting a business ?

I'm a senior is high school looking to go into college for auto repair and business management in order to one day in the future open my own Restoration shop.

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