Ellicott City, Maryland
Would you recommend someone interested in Cyber Security to learn Networking first?
I'm a 16 year old in a High School dual enrollment program at Prince George's County Community College. I want to get into Cyber Security, and I plan to major it later down the line for my undergraduate, but a lot of my research shows that getting into networking, and learning fundamentals in...
What scholarship/grant options are there for an art student interested in Photography, Studio art, digital arts, and painting?
Scholastics doesn't provide much financial help + i was thinking of applying for more since YoungArts just finished. I don't see many around recently and i'm not sure where to find art related ones. Any help?
I'm 16 and have nothing going for myself, what should I do?
I finally figured out that I want to major cybersecurity in college. I do believe I would find joy in that career as it uses a mix of networking and security. However, currently I'm unemployed and making no money for myself. Granted, I'm grateful for how I'm living now (I'm well taken care of)...
safety and hazards about working as an electrician
safety and hazards about working as an electrician. Any type of electrician like construction, and anything about connecting wires. For example, working for the union
how much time does it take to become a pilot
How much school is needed and or training
what type of schooling do I need to become a radiology tech?
I'm in 12th grade trying to figure out what I have to study
What education/training do I need to advance from an entry level position to senior level as a data scientist?
What education/training do I need to advance from an entry level position to senior level as a data scientist
what do you need to work in hvac
what requirements do you need to work in hvac field ?
what kind of portfolio projects?
Hi! I've already picked up basic skills in Python, HTML/CSS, and Figma. Looking ahead to college, I'm torn between majoring in Computer Science or Interactive Media/UI-UX Design because I want a career that combines coding with creative visual design. Could you recommend specific college...
Is going to college a scam?
I'm a 16 year old Junior in High School, and occasionally I think to myself whether I should go to college, or going to trade school or any other alternatives, ultimately avoiding college. Most people end up still paying their college loans 15 years or longer after entering the work force...
Would you work a job you don't enjoy, but pays well financially? Or work a job where you enjoy, but it doesn't pay enough for you to live comfortably?
I'm a junior in high school in the state of Maryland, and I don't have a set path for my future yet. I do have an interest in technology, but I don't know what niche in IT would fit for me. But I debate with myself, whether to force myself to like a career that pays really well, but highly...
How to land a job without direct experience?
I recently graduated with a B.A. Criminal Justice. I have legal support and Victim contact experience from an internship and part-time job. I am extremely passionate about combatting human trafficking. I would love to work for a non-profit that supports victims and families of trafficking or...
What are some jobs in Maryland that hire at 14?
Hi! I’m 14 years old and live in Maryland. I’m looking for my first job and would love advice from people who have experience hiring teens. Does anyone know of businesses near Odenton, Catonsville, Columbia, Ellicott City, or surrounding areas that hire 14-year-olds? I’m interested in...
Is AI silently ending human creativity?
Artificial Intelligence is growing rapidly every year. Today, I learned artificial intelligence could create HTML code to handle the front-end part of a website; way better than I ever could writing the code myself. This compels me that AI is the end of human creativity, because it produces...
How should I spend my summers in high school? Productive or fun?
Hello! Thank you so much to anyone who answers my question(s)! Interested and open to anything. Is there still time to travel or is it better to stay and prepare for upcoming year?
Should I take the SAT or ACT or both?
Reading comprehension, not the best at. Science is okay, though. When should I take them? If you know any good review websites please drop them down below!
AB or BC for math?
Do colleges really care about the difference? Is it worth it to take the harder path or should I stick with something more manageable? Thank you so much!
What classes are highly reccommended for me to take in high school if I most likely would major in business?
If possible, please list out clearly the specific classes I should take for each grade. Open to anything, as long as it is manageable. Thank you so much!
What led you to want to pursue a career in business instead of a career like Med, for example??
I'm a 13 year old in 7th grade interested in business or business administration
What makes higher education in modern America so expensive ?
I'm just interested in the societal and economic factors behind it.
I'm currently a high school senior who is going to college this fall. I am interested in sustainable environmental engineering because I see the impact of climate change firsthand. How is environmental engineering increasingly relevant in addressing today’s challenges like climate change, pollution, and creating more green spaces #Spring26?
I'm currently a high school senior who is going to college this fall. I am interested in sustainable environmental engineering because I see the impact of climate change firsthand. How is environmental engineering increasingly relevant in addressing today’s challenges like climate change,...
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.
What was the most unexpected challenge you faced while pursuing your career, and how did you handle it?
College Sophomore preparing to transfer to a 4 year in the Fall
What made taking on the debt worth it as opposed to going to a university that offers a full ride?
I have to decide between attending a school close to where I live for a full ride or my dream school that hasn't provided enough aid. I've heard a lot of arguements explaining why I should take the full ride, but I really hope to attend my dream school
How much does student debt impact your future Were you presented with better options financially? And if so, do you believe you made the right choice?
I have to decide between attending a school close to where I live for a full ride or my dream school that hasn't provided enough aid.
How to pay for living expenses over the breaks?
I'm a 24, soon to be 25, year old independent student hoping to start again full time in the fall at a community college and later transfer to a 4 year college to get a bachelor's in animation. I'm worried that because of my age I'll have a harder time finding a part time job or summer work. Is...
What happens if you want to switch your major before you start college?
I am 99.9% sure I want to be a Biochemistry major. The lingering question is whether I should be Biochemistry or Chemistry. Is my college advisor the right person to call?
How do I keep organized with a high school and college to-do list now?
What is the best advice for keeping up with everything due in my senior spring semester as well as completing everything I need to for my "college stuff". I have a very long to-do list!
How do you know how and if you've committed to the right college?
Worried for Decision Day May 1st
Tips on choosing a school when its academics are equal yet their location is across the country.
WA vs. VA ?
#Spring26
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.
If you had to support yourself financially in college, how did you manage building your resume with internships while still making money Did you ever have to choose one over the other??
Thinking about going into accounting, I know internships are important. However, I also know I have to pay off student loans while in school.
What is the most difficult or hardest part about getting into the theatre industry, for theatre production and/or technical theatre specifically? #Spring26
In college, I intend to be a Drama/Theatre major and I'm just curious about the difficulties that come with that career.
How can one not lose sight of their other passions while pursuing a career to make change in the world? #Spring26
I hope to pursue a career in public policy, foreign affairs, or international relations, but don't want to lose my love for filmmaking, writing, the outdoors, and more. #Spring26
What are the biggest challenges people face while trying to get a job after getting their finance degree #Spring26?
Basically I want a good idea on how to land a good first job.
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.
What is the best way to decide what school to teach at when you graduate?
I am an Elementary Education major
How do I build my content into a personal brand people actually want to follow along with?
I recently started an Instagram account
Other than posting consistently, how do I navigate today's algorithm so that I reach a target audience and help grow my page.
What are the best methods for taking notes? #Spring26
What are the best methods to take notes in a STEM class? Would the best method be to use a computer/iPad, or use traditional pens, pencils, and paper? #Spring26
What kind of opportunities are there to work remotely or abroad as a mechanical engineer?
I really want to travel the world, and at the same time, I'd still like to pursue mechanical engineering. I want to know if there's a field or job where I have to travel/where I can work from a different country.
Do you think the major computer engineering is still useful in this current job market & climate?
I'm unsure whether I should continue pursuing that major or choosing another? If you think I should choose another, which would you recommend?
Do prestigious universities have better employment prospects for graduates or do employers only care that you got a diploma?
I want to study at the University of Cardiff which is a top school in the UK but its expensive so I want to make sure it will be worth the investment.
Are internships worth the time investment if they don't give you money Are paid internships hard to come by? What would make a non-paid internship worthwhile??
I want to work as an architect but I don't know if I will be able to afford a non-paid internship after college because I will certainly have loans to pay off.
Computer Science Degree and Social Life
What was the hardest part of balancing a computer science degree with social life and other out of classroom daily events.
What are the different places you did your residency and/or fellowship and how did it better prepare you for your Medical Examiner Certification ?
I'm currently a college freshman who wants to be a forensic pathologist. I understand that you don't always get residency in your direct field, so I would like to know some close options that would benefit me and better my knowledge for my career.
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
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...
What is the best way to increase my chances of getting a good job right after college?
Entering the job market is intimidating for me. I know it’ll be difficult right out of college, but I hope to get a high paying job I enjoy without being too stressed trying to get hired.
What is the best way to search for college scholarships to help pay for school?
I am a senior in high school, and looking to attend a 4 year college. I am looking for the best way to find resources to pay for college.
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