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Stephanie Feb 09, 2017 1326 views

I want to be a nurse practitioner. What steps do I need to take to become one?

I recently started taking high school prerequisites and have not yet started my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I know that takes typically four years to finish, how long is the NP (Masters in Nursing) program? #nurse #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner

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Esther Feb 04, 2017 1593 views

What is the difference between finance and accounting? Is one more favorable in the job market?

Stuck between Accounting and Finance, I cannot tell the difference between these two majors after visiting so many different websites. All the websites state that both would deal with budgeting and analysis. I am now wondering what are the main differences between an accounting and finance...

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Esther Feb 04, 2017 1949 views

What aspects on a college's resume can stand out to employers for internships?

Currently a freshman in college, I am wondering what activities I should be pursuing to appeal more to employers for internships recruitment. Are there some activities that are more heavily weighed than others? #resume #college-jobs #job-coaching #recruiting #resume-writing #college-recruiting...

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Charlene Jan 24, 2017 1718 views

Why should you apply for an EOF program?

I will be attending college in less than 7 months and I just wanted to know why it is a good choice to apply for the Eductaional Opportunity Fund as an incoming freshman (especially from an impoverished environment such as Newark)? #college #financial-aid

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Nadege Jan 19, 2017 1286 views

So if you pass the GRE and you GPA is not super high can you still make it make it

Your answer said it depends on the school. And the GRE and your personal statement #higher-education

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Rawaf Jan 19, 2017 1692 views

Tips for student in their first job?

What tips could help students in their first job, dos and don'ts? #college #career #job #college-jobs #career-development #college-student #first-job

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Rawaf Jan 19, 2017 2280 views

How to manage your time in the first year of college?

Freshmen nowadays get confused on how to manage their work life and studying and having fun. Any advice to help them to be more organize? #college #management #time-management #freshmen #scheduling #study #first-year #time

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Nadege Jan 18, 2017 956 views

What is the required GPA to go from Bachelor to Phd?

One of friend told me there is a way of going from a bachelor degree to a PhD but he not sure about the GPA requirements. #professor

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Esther Jan 18, 2017 11087 views

Does an accountant get to travel a lot?

I am currently an accounting major and one thing that I desire to do is travel and work aboard. Thus, I am wondering if accountants get to travel often? What type/focus of accountants usually gets to travel? #accounting #travel #accountant #financial-accounting #traveling

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Karla Jan 16, 2017 1481 views

How do I choose my major that I will acquire a succesful career in?

I currently can't decide if the major I am choosing will result in a good career or whether I should change my major. #college-major #choosing-a-major

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Karla Jan 16, 2017 1699 views

How will changing my major prolong my graduation time?

When I applied to college I was a political science major, but now I'm thinking about changing my major to finance. I want to change it but I am scared that changing my major will set me back another year or so. #college-major #finance #political-science #switches

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Karla Jan 15, 2017 4694 views

How do I get a credit card with no credit history?

I'm a freshman in my second semester of college and I have been looking at credit cards that will help me start a credit history. #finance #credit

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Anastasia Jan 10, 2017 1110 views

What other doctoral degrees include just 4 years after undergrad?

Im a junior in high school, trying to narrow down my career choices. I know i want to do something medical, and im willing to put in the time for something im passionate about. However, it becomes a problem of money and tuition for 10-15 years. I also cant really imagine studying generalized...

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Talha Jan 10, 2017 2266 views

How many volunteering hours should any high school student put in to get a decent acceptance to a college?

I am currently in 11th grade and I have put in about 130-145 hours of volunteering work. I was wondering if that would be enough but I am not sure. I know good grades are a factor but I was wondering what the most a child can put in? #college #science #health #school #college-admissions...

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Violetta Jan 07, 2017 1212 views

I plan to major in International Relations, and I would like to hear what that major entails from someone who's studied it.

I love the idea of helping people by being a diplomat, working in government, or for a not-for-profit. I just don't know anyone who's majored in this field and I'd love to hear what it's like! #international-relations

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Talha Jan 06, 2017 1457 views

What importance does a PhD hold?

Why are PhD field members get higher pay? Why is it such a respectable stand? Should I aim for a PhD in biomedical engineering? #biology #biomedical-engineering #science-phd

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Esther Jan 03, 2017 1143 views

Does commuting strip a person of their college experience?

My sister who is a dormer has always lamented to me how important it is to dorm and move away from home. She emphasized on the key phrase "college experience." Instead of listening to her, I am opting to commute because of the internships available for my major in the city. I am wondering if...

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Shyanne Jan 03, 2017 1233 views

Switching professions?

Hi, my dream as a child was to become a famous singer, and I'm also very known to have a beautiful voice etc. but my father was telling me that it wouldn't be a stable career as a start off and I should choose a career that would, like a doctor. And after I finish med school, I can go off and...

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Shyanne Jan 02, 2017 1783 views

Is it possible to switch your profession from a doctor to a famous singer?

Hi, my dream as a child was to become a famous singer, and I'm also very known to have a beautiful voice etc. but my father was telling me that it wouldn't be a stable career as a start off and I should choose a career that would, like a doctor. And after I finish med school, I can go off and...

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Aukai Dec 31, 2016 1547 views

What diplomas are most useful for a career in venture capital?

I'm interested in venture capital but the path to such a job is unclear. If I wanted to get a job in a venture capital firm straight out of college, what degree would be most useful? #college #college-major #entrepreneurship #venture-capital

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Nadege Dec 29, 2016 1278 views

Which branch of psychology has the highest rate of hiring

I am psychology major and I have been told industrial psychology have the highest rate of hiring meanwhile I am interested in health psychology. #professor #professional #graduate-school

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Esther Dec 17, 2016 3557 views

What is the difference between public and private accounting firms?

Whenever I hear the word "accounting," my mind would immediately think of the four big four firms. I never fully understood what is the difference between the big four (public firms) and private firms that makes the big four, distinguished targeted employers. I learned before that private...

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Vanessa Dec 13, 2016 1048 views

What are some good internships in New York City for a Criminal Justice & Psychology major

I am a dual major that wants to start building a productive resume. I am still undecided on what I career choice I want. However I still want to participate in as much activities to see which one I like best. #psychology #criminal-justice #law-enforcement #clinical-psychology

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Tiffanie Dec 12, 2016 1386 views

How do you manage school, work, and extracurriculars at the same time ?

I am currently working, and I go to college full time, how can I manage all of these 3 things at the same time while also being successful in them ? #career #school #work #life #full-time

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Esther Dec 10, 2016 1402 views

Does college rankings matter?

I remembered back in high school, rankings was a big thing to me. I would constantly check usnews and other websites to see where a certain school ranked before applying to it. However, now that I'm in a college that is averagely ranked, I am wondering if ranking of a college really does...

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Kukiele Dec 06, 2016 1655 views

When buying a business how do you tailor it to your specific needs as terms of making it successful and earning an excellent profit.

I want to be successful entrepreneur #business #entrepreneurship #business-management #financial-services #business-development #business-analysis #financial-accounting #small-business

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Esther Dec 02, 2016 1367 views

Can you share your experience on how you determine what type of accounting you want to focus on?

Today while conversing with my school adviser, she asked me what type of accounting I wanted to focus on. It was until that moment that I learned that accounting has three focus: taxation, auditing, and financing. I did a lot of research over the past few days because she wanted me to get back...

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Christine Dec 01, 2016 947 views

Is it difficult to get a job as an asthma specialist?

I'm considering studying that once I get to medical school but I'm wondering if it's worth it. Will there be enough jobs open or should I think of another field to go into to? #college #medicine #school #astthma

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Esther Nov 28, 2016 4247 views

What can I do to gain more leadership experience in college?

From the start of college, I have joined many clubs and organizations to get involved. However, lately I've been stressing out because every time I desire to join a committee or become a board member, I never quite succeed. Will not obtaining leadership positions hinder my potential to...

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Kukiele Nov 28, 2016 1299 views

How do you stay focused and driven in school without slacking off?

I want to be the best student I can be now and in college #college #student #graduate-school

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Esther Nov 27, 2016 6150 views

Is taking a semester off for an internship a good choice?

As part of my school's Accounting and Taxation Honor Program, there is a requirement to take the winter semester of our senior year off for an internship. This internship will give me an insight into the accounting field as well as possibly landing me a job after college. All my financial aid...

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adanech Nov 25, 2016 2932 views

When should I start investing my money or ?bounding??

I have been working a lot recent ally and I know that your supposed to start investing or share holding your money at an early age. When would be a great time? #business #education #money #economics #investment-management #business-analysis #savings #economic-research

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Michela Nov 17, 2016 1458 views

Nursing or PA?

Which one would you recommend? Im interested in both #medicine

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Steven Nov 16, 2016 969 views

What are the major differences in how different sizes of company perform?

I am wondering about my future and am trying to think of a ideal size that I would like to work for a company. I'd like to know if there are any major diferences between big and small companies.

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Michela Nov 16, 2016 1527 views

What is the best you would give to someone on the path to becoming a PA?

im would like to in get some advice for PA school #medicine #nursing #biology #physicans

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Michela Nov 16, 2016 1529 views

What kinda of job can you get with a Health science degree?

I've always had an interest in the healthcare field and I keep on switching my mind on what I would like to be. #medicine #biology #healthcare #chemistry

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Michela Nov 14, 2016 2151 views

If your a pre-med student Is it better to major in the sciences or a major of your choice?

I am a pre-med student and i would like to know which major in sciences or a major of your choice will benefit you when applying for a career or med school #medicine #biology #pre-med #physical-therapy #biotechnology #biochemistry #molecular-biology #bioinformatics

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Michela Nov 14, 2016 1422 views

Are undergraduate students able to internship in a hospital?

I've been looking at many internships related to healthcare and many of them require bachelor degrees or other requirements that undergraduates don't have. #nursing #biology #pre-med

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Michela Nov 14, 2016 1496 views

WHat are the prereqs to becoming a PA?

I would like to know what classes I need to take in order to get into PA program #nursing #healthcare #health #physicans

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Michela Nov 14, 2016 1093 views

How much job growth is excepted for PA's?

I am #undecided about what I would like to do in the healthcare field. I have been looking into the PA field lately and it has got my attention #healthcare #physican

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Esther Nov 14, 2016 4102 views

Why are accountants usually the first career that people associate with miserable and bored people?

From my teacher, counselor, to my mentor/boss, all have told me that I need to be 100% sure that accounting is the right path for me. They then will go on to cite examples of accountants that they know who are miserable and hates waking up to go to work each day. Why are accountants always...

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Esther Nov 12, 2016 2213 views

Is there a better career outlook to double major in accounting and a computer related major (CIS) or accounting and a language major (Chinese)?

I soon have to declare my major in order to sort out the necessary courses with my college adviser for the upcoming years. However, I am stumped. I have always intended to major in accounting and a computer related major like Computer Informational System, but recently I started hearing about...

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Esther Nov 12, 2016 3205 views

Does one bad grade like a 80 on my transcript affect my chances with top tier colleges?

I have been freaking out lately due to the constant drop in my AP US History quiz grades. Except for this class, I have excelled in my other classes. Additionally, I have never gotten a grade below 90 before and my overachieving mind hopes to find some reassurance from college counselors and...

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Bradley Nov 07, 2016 2314 views

Is it better to major in Finance or Accounting if you want to be an investment banker? What college courses should they take in order to do extremely well?

I have been reading a lot of articles about how to get into the investment banking industry and how valuable a knowledge in finance and economics is but I wanted to know if accounting could still bring some value. #financial-services #investment-banking #financial-accounting #investment-banker

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Bradley Nov 07, 2016 1214 views

What websites do you go on to renew your fiancial aid and pell grants?

I am asking this question because it seems as though not many people know how exactly to renew their aid for next semester and that can take away financial aid from low-income students. #financial-aid #information

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Gloria Nov 03, 2016 1514 views

What books would be helpful in understanding more about software development for applications?

The reason I am asking is because I wanted to try out a sample project of working with applications in software development. I wanted to know of some good book reads to know more about the process. Also if I could get any advice if I were to code everything in java, like any helpful advice for...

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Esther Nov 02, 2016 15288 views

What are some good questions to ask a professional panel?

I have had the opportunity in the past to visit accounting firms and converse with accountants. However, I always found myself at a dead end with an inability to come up with good questions. I had a train of thought, but I could not put them into words. Now I want to get an idea of what would...

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Bella Nov 02, 2016 4970 views

What types of careers are there related to the frequent use of Adobe Photoshop+Indesign?

I am a high school student, and I've recently gotten my ACA license in both Photoshop and Indesign. I've found that I use these programs frequently, and I'm quite comfortable with using them. Are there any careers that require frequent use of these programs? #career #career-choice #career-path...

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Libby Oct 31, 2016 1641 views

How can I combine my interest in neurology and music?

I am passionate about music and I am fascinated by the brain. How can I combine these two to make a career out of both?

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Libby Oct 31, 2016 1511 views

What is a day in the life of a neurologist?

I'm interested in research, but what would I do during the day? Is it mostly hands-on or writing or both? #research #clinical-research

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