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Paige Apr 28, 2025 807 views

Medical School Applications?

How do I know which medical schools to apply to? Also when should I start looking into which medical schools I am interested in attending? The topic of medical school has been coming up since I'm about to start my undergrad #Spring25.

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Cam Apr 28, 2025 281 views

When is a good time to get a job as a freshman and how many hours do you suggest working ?

I will also be playing volleyball for the college

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Rushi Apr 28, 2025 1898 views

What makes you feel motivated to keep moving forward even when you are in your lowest in your life?

I live a life where everything is a bit harder due to me having guarantee undiagnosed ADHD. I push myself everyday because I know I am worth something and I don't want to stop myself when I have everything in my hands. I have been doubted by so many people where it started to get to me, then I...

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Jonathan Apr 27, 2025 375 views

When is the latest a person can switch their major in college in case they have a change of what they want?

I'm still undecided so I'm curious when the latest I can realistically change is.

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Sophia Apr 27, 2025 856 views

How much does the GRE matter for Biology graduate admissions ?

I’m a college freshman studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I intend on going straight to a PhD after my undergraduate degree (will probably do it in Biochem, Microbiology, or something similar). I joined a research lab at the start of my freshman year, and am participating in a...

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Lucas Apr 27, 2025 1793 views

How hard is it to land a dream job of working as an Athletic Trainer in the NFL?

HS Senior looking to get his degree in AT. I played Varsity Football and would like to do AT at the collegiate or NFL level one day but I know it is probably very competitive.

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Mera Apr 25, 2025 1425 views

So... what do I do? #Spring25

I am attending a fairly prestigious university this fall and I have confidence it will help me succeed. However, the financial aid I received is not as helpful as I had hoped. Not to toot my own horn, but I've always been a smart kid and it feels much more fitting to me to take on this...

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amelia Apr 24, 2025 615 views

Am I rich in life in terms of relationships and memories #Spring 25?

I want to think about who was there for me and kept me going even when times are hard. Who is there to help me make the most memories and make me laugh even when I was sad. Rich in life in terms of not having physical money, but more so relationships and memories that you’ll learn to forever...

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Dominick Apr 24, 2025 1251 views

For someone pursuing a career in finance, what are the biggest lessons you’ve learned about yourself and the industry that helped you decide which sector to work in—especially when factoring in personal work ethic, natural strengths, and the realities of being a Black man in corporate America? As well as how do you see the sustainability of finance careers evolving with the rise of AI?

I am currently committed to attend Middlebury College in Vermont, and am looking to pursue a career in finance with a major of Economics.

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Jonathon Apr 24, 2025 1805 views

What is the transition like between living with parents to living in a dorm #Spring25?

I am a senior about to graduate and I'm nervous about moving into a dorm. I've been camping with friends before so I have some experience away from home, but living on my own for a whole school year seems daunting and nerve-wracking.

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Keira Apr 23, 2025 2222 views

What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?

I am a highschool senior starting my college journey this fall. I will be majoring in accounting but I have some questions, one of which is: What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?

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Isabella Apr 23, 2025 722 views

How do I determine a good number of classes to take as a freshman?

How do I choose classes and number of credits. Looking to find balance between coursework and adjustment to college.

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Joanna Apr 22, 2025 770 views

Why don't more colleges have Criminal Justice or Criminology fields? #Spring25

I am interested into going into this field but many colleges don't have these majors/minors. #Spring25

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Joanna Apr 22, 2025 292 views

What are some useful ways or routes to pay for college?

I am thinking about doing ROTC but an still looking.

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Josie Apr 22, 2025 1471 views

What are the best steps to becoming a part of the cyber crimes unit in law enforcement ?

What is the day to day jobs of someone in digital forensics

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Xen Apr 22, 2025 1105 views

What does my life look like in the future if I think I'm successful in life?

I go to Niles West High School in Skokie Illinois and I'm a senior. What could I do to make college easier for me? Why do most people find college so hard? How come I find high school not hard at all?

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Anne Apr 21, 2025 547 views

What are your best tips for applying to internships?

I have had some struggles with finding the right internships, from those who have gone through the process, what worked for you?

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Myelle Apr 19, 2025 1709 views

What are good study habits for someone with a short attention span? #Spring25

What are good study habits for someone who has a short attention span? #Spring25

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Avery Apr 18, 2025 1558 views

What is the best way to network yourself throughout colleges to get exposure to your major?

I am planning on going to Indiana University in the Fall of 2025 and I am majoring in Marketing and Sales as a pre-business student. #Spring25

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Avery Apr 18, 2025 1081 views

What are some of the best study techniques to use in college?

I haven't found the best ways to study yet and I know I will need to in college so I was wondering what some of the most useful ones are.

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Michael Apr 17, 2025 994 views

How did you get over your nerves during interviews? If you didn't get over it, what tips would you give to manage them??

How did you get over your nerves during interviews? If you didn't get over it, what tips would you give to manage them? #Spring25

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Jeffrey Apr 15, 2025 648 views

Scholarship question?

What are the most popular businesses offering scholarships in the photography field? #Spring25

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Ellie Apr 14, 2025 1000 views

What is the most helpful advice for getting through nursing school?

Hi, I’m planning on going into pediatric oncology nursing since I was diagnosed with cancer as a kid. I love helping kids and being energetic. My question is, What is the most helpful piece of advice you have for getting through nursing school? #Spring25

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Ryan Apr 14, 2025 801 views

what does a day in the like of a graduate physics student look like?

I am curious what a future of looking for graduate school is like.

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Dominik Apr 13, 2025 1094 views

What careers do biomedical engineering degree lead to?

I am a sophomore high school student and find medicine and engineering interesting. Biomedical Engineering is the major I am leaning to.
#Spring25

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Emily Apr 13, 2025 1081 views

How do I pursue graduate school without funds? #Spring25

How do I pursue graduate school without funds? It's been hard to find scholarships and I've already taken a plethora of loans. Who do i reach out to for help funding my education? #Spring25

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Tatum Apr 13, 2025 383 views

What is the one thing you would change about your freshman year of college if you could?

I’m a senior in high school and don’t want to have any regrets for my first year of college.

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Jainil Apr 11, 2025 501 views

How can I balance the intense academic demands of molecular biology and my pre-med journey with opportunities in meaningful research, clinical experience, and self care—without losing my sight on why I am pursuing pre-med?

I will be attending the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign molecular/cellular biology program in Fall 2025. I plan to attend medical school after my undergraduate education.

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Agnieszka Apr 09, 2025 1854 views

Has studying psychology affected your personality? If so, how has it changed? #Spring25?

I'm planning on majoring in psychology this upcoming fall. After taking an AP course in high school, I've noticed that I am more attentive to other people's personalities, and I am wondering if continuing my education in psychology will make me more self-aware about my personality.

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Kemi Apr 07, 2025 1424 views

For those working in healthcare, in fields like medicine, pharmacy, and optometry. How do you know when it’s time to make a pivot in your career, and what do think are the most appropriate steps to take? As I’m getting further along in my career journey, one of the things I worry about is feeling stuck in my chosen field. Have you ever felt like this? If so, what have you done to overcome or avoid this?

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