Fair Haven, New Jersey
How can I pay for college/university?
As a high school senior, I’m desperately searching to pay for my college education. How as a Psychology major / Neuroscience minor, can I pay for college? My parents will not assist in any method or way, and I don’t receive any money from the government. I have a 4.0 GPA and top 5% of my...
What are the benefits of seeking an MFA in theatre vs a PhD? What are the prospects of each?
I'm going back to school to pursue an MFA in theatre, but I am wondering if I should continue on and get a PhD after and if I should cater my time in my grad program to flow into a PhD. Is this a PhD going to be a waste of time and money if I already have an MFA?
How do I balance GPA, extracurriculars, and clinical experience as a pre-med student #Spring26
I’m currently a high school senior planning to go to college on a pre-med track. I’m really interested in science, especially biology and anatomy, and I’ve done well in those classes. I’m trying to understand how to best prepare for medical school early on, including what I should focus on...
What is the best method of approaching your graduate years as a student intending to gain a career in Physical Therapy ?
I am a senior in Highschool and I want to know what are some good habits to gain throughout your undergrad years and how should I prepare myself for when I go into grad school?
What is the best way to make myself stand out on my resume when applying for the highest earning entry-level jobs in the field of Digital Media and Communications?
Or in other words what are job recruiters looking for when hiring people fresh out of college? I am graduating with a bachelors in communications and I want to work part time before applying to graduate school. My goal career-wise is to work in an artistic and cultural institution.
What are some things I can do to increase my chances of a marketing internship after my freshman year in college? #Spring26
I'm currently a senior in high school. I' very interested in marketing and advertising and would love to get a jump start on connections and possible internships after my freshman year in college. I am a hard worker and good student.
What should I do, other than applying to tons of scholarships, creating financial appeals, and working, to be able to pay for college dorming?
My parents do not want to help out at all and I have no other backing to help. Any advice?
What skills should I start building in college if I want to work on Wall Street?
I am a high school senior and I plan to study finance. I am interested in jobs like investment banking or financial analysis. What skills should I focus on, and what internships or clubs would help me stand out?
What would you say is the most challenging part of the body to learn for diagnostic medical sonography?
College Freshman, DMS major
What can I do to develop good studying habits?
I'm currently about to be a college freshman, its my last year of high school so I'm not sure how to develop habits for college. I've had a few AP classes but I'm not the best there so I'm a little worried about the transition to college. What can I do to develop better habits? I've struggled...
How do nursing students perform well on the NCLEX without getting performance anxiety ?
I can't even take a quiz at school without getting stressed out. I couldn't imagine 3-4 years worth of information in one test! Is there a certain study hack you use?
How do I decide between a stable, well-defined career path and a riskier path that could lead to greater innovation or impact?
I’m a high school senior with my intended major as civil engineering. I'm really into puzzles and other problems that require one to think outside the box. I know the value of stable and structured journeys, but what truly excites me is innovation and bigger-picture impact. This discord prompts...
How do I build a graphic design portfolio that stands out when applying for my first job after graduation?
Hi! I'm a college sophomore majoring in graphic design with an expected graduation date of 2029. I've been making art my whole life across many different mediums, and I'm proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. My goal is to enter the design industry after graduation, but I...
Looking back on your career, what do you wish you had started doing earlier in college to prepare for this kind of path?
I'm a freshman studying Strategic Design and Management at Parsons and hope to work in branding, creative strategy, or innovation leadership after college. Looking back on your career, what do you wish you had started doing earlier in college to prepare for this kind of path? Thank you so much...
How is the experience of graduating college, finding a good paying job, timeline, and paying loans while enjoying yourself ?
What's the timeline of finding a job? Does paying loans impacts your lifestyle in a negative way? How do you manage everything?
What steps did you take to formulate a well-structured thesis to answer a research question of your interest?
I am passionate about eating disorders as I am currently undergoing recovery for mine. I would love to research more about the disparities in the demographics of anorexia specifically as a professional psychologist. However, I am having trouble surfing through literature and coming up with a...
What are the main industries where I-O psychologists work ?
How is I-O psychology different from clinical or counseling psychology in real jobs? What kinds of problems do companies usually hire I-O psychologists to solve?
What type of internship/job is recommended for a pre-vet major Would volunteer at a clinic suffice or need to see more? #Spring26
What type of internship/job is recommended for a pre-vet major? Would volunteer at a clinic suffice or need to see more? #Spring26
What type of internship should I get during my first summer after freshman year as an Environmental and Interior Design major?
Should I join a student association of interior designers? Should I get a mentor? How do I find interior design firms that are looking for interns ? #Spring26
How do you balance taking advantage of opportunities in college without overcommitting yourself?
Throughout high school I consistently overcommitted myself to a plethora of diverse activities like robotics, marching band, and theater. How do I help ensure I'm able to prioritize personal health and success at a university that has such abundant oppurtunity?
How do I go about making connections that will help me in the long run ?
Hi, my name is Joanne and I am a rising college freshman! My question is about how do I go about making connections that will help me in the long run? Do I simply just make friends, or do I specify that my intent is to broaden my network for future purposes? Is this a common consensus amongst...
What would you prioritize if you were in college today aiming for a career in private investment (such as private equity or venture capital), and what skills, experiences, or steps matter most early on to maximize your chances of breaking in and standing out as a candidate?
I’m currently a college student exploring a career in private investment. I’m still early in the process and trying to better understand how to use my time effectively, especially when it comes to choosing internships, building relevant skills, and positioning myself for competitive roles after...
Is Salesforce Data Cloud actually becoming important for CRM and AI careers?
I’ve been exploring the Salesforce ecosystem recently and keep seeing a lot of talk about Data Cloud especially around AI and customer data unification. I’m honestly trying to figure out how important it really is in real jobs and not just in marketing content. From people actually working in...
How do you motivate to keep going even when you feel like you can't?
It is so hard to find motivation to do assignments during college especially a major that's very science heavy and requires a lot of writing and research, any tips?
How can I connect my Financial Mathematics major to real-world finance careers and projects?
I am an undergraduate sophomore student majoring in Financial Mathematics, and lately I have been feeling a little lost. I genuinely enjoy mathematics and feel confident in understanding logical reasoning, problem-solving, and mathematical ideas. However, I often struggle to see how these...
How do I engage with music in a meaningful way as a career path?What opportunities exist post-college for a music major (no matter the concentration), and what steps should I take to achieve them?
Asking for a friend! I am currently admitted to ten schools as a music performance major, but am also contemplating a switch to music ed due to what I believe is a higher amount of job security.
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How can I prepare myself not only academically but also emotionally to face the realities of healthcare and what does it take to build a resilience to it without losing empathy?
I'm 17 years old and about to graduate high school on a career path that is entirely new to me. Everything has always went smoothly for me academic wise and that an area that I've always succeeded in but I don't know how I'll do when faced with the emotional side. I've grown up taking care of...
In what way's do you think that Computer Engineering has influenced your life after college? #Spring26
I'm a high school senior and I'm planning on majoring in computer engineering and I just wanted to know how life after college would look like with finding jobs and working conditions and all to better prepare myself for the future and knowing whether I actually want to take this major.
How do i get my foot in the door towards enjoyable roles in charity/sales?
As a second year student with ~6 months of marketing experience through internships, I’ve found 1 involving sales, which made me want to pursue roles in the field. However, I want my work to contribute towards a greater good, such as cancer awareness, assisting children in poverty, etc. rather...
What Marketing path is best, Communications or Business and what is the difference?
What is the best course for a Marketing degree, I did not realize there is Marketing in Communications and also Marketing in Business, what is the difference and what is best to pursue to stay relevant in this technology driven world. #Spring26
What fields can communication majors go into?
I'm currently trying to figure out the path I can take with this major being that its broad and has many paths, I want to get a step into the right one. Any help is needed, Thank you.
As an accounting major with a graphic communication minor, how do I stand out to recruiters and get valuable skills to get and succeed in a job?
I already have a good resume and participate in a lot of clubs and programs, and am currently waiting for documents (change to an international student) to hopefully start an internship.
How good do your math skills need to be to be a forensic scientist? #Spring26
I’m a current high schooler who’s interested in majoring in chemistry, physics, some type of engineering, or forensic science. I’m aware that I’ll need algebra and/or calculus for those other majors, but what about forensic science? What’s the highest level of math I’ll need, algebra? I’m...
How would you suggest I go about inquiring about a summer internship with a game design company whose site shows an area to sign up for internships, but doesn't appear to allow outsiders to sign up for them?
I am very interested in connecting with someone from SONY NY to inquire, however I'm not having any luck. I'm currently completing my freshman year of college, majoring in Visual Arts & Technology with a concertation in game design, and feel a game development company would be such great...
Will my marketing degree ensure me a stable job, or should I switch paths? #Spring2026
I decided to do marketing after doing a summer internship, where I realized I was really good at content creation and idea generation. However, I also realized that AI may take over marketing. What should I do? Should I switch over to a major that is guaranteed stability, or stick with what...
How Some People Get Accounting Internships Despite Being Different Majors?
Usually, accounting internship postings has strict requirement to have accounting major. However, I have noticed on LinkedIn that some students get accounting internships despite being different majors. One probable reason could be that they are in fact accounting majors, but forgot to change...
How can I get better at communicating with my future supervisor and team to ensure that I am doing my work correctly and demonstrate my interest in the role.?
I am lined up for an internship this Summer.
Which minors should I pursue to deepen my understanding of psychology and discover the various career options in the field ?
Currently, I'm majoring in Psychology with a minor in public service. Though I'm not sure of the career paths that may be available to me. I'm eager to try different roles, specifically in healthcare and community service.
I'm also trying to figure out whether I should go to graduate school or not.
What technology positions will be eliminated by AI in the near future?
I don't want to invest time and money into a career path that will be obsolete in 1-5 years
How can I choose a tech career that will not be wiped out by AI tools within 1-5 years ?
Will AI wipe the board of all tech careers?
?I'm a freshman, majoring in Finance at Baruch. How hard is it to get an internship related to finance? Also, what steps can I take to achieve one quicker?
I'm a freshman majoring in Finance at Baruch. I'm looking for a summer internship.
How can I combine my professional work experience, undergraduate major, and minor to become a competitive applicant for a master’s program in Industrial/Organizational Psychology?
I am a mid-career fashion industry professional transitioning into academia and education. I have extensive experience in production, quality control, cross-functional collaboration, and organizational processes within the fashion industry. I am currently completing my undergraduate degree in...
How are I/O Psych graduates navigating the use of AI in the field?Has it become prominent yet? And is it positively or negatively affecting the job field?
I am entering graduate school at Brooklyn College for IO Psych in Personnel and Human Resources. This was a topic I discussed in my professional statement for my admissions paper and was curious how current professionals are dealing with it; as I'm sure in the years to come, the answer to this...
How can an undergraduate student prepare for a career in regulatory affairs, more specifically in the healthcare sector?
Hello, my name is Imani and I am a 19 year old college sophomore majoring in Public Affairs. Outside of my academics I like baking especially the specific order of operations needed to follow a recipe actually connects pretty well to my interest in surveying and auditing. I wanted to ask a few...
What should I actually be focusing on right now to stand out later on?
I’m currently working as a paraprofessional in a school and planning to go to grad school for school counseling/mental health, and I really want to make sure I’m setting myself up the right way early on. What should I actually be focusing on right now to stand out later on? Like, is it more...
What should I do after undergrad if I want to go the law school but don’t meet the requirements ?
What do I do after undergrad if I want to go to law school? Should I take a gap year? Work?
Why did you choose Psychology? How was the process like?
I am a Junior at Baruch College, pursuing a BA in Psychology. I chose to major in this field because I love helping people and I'm passionate about supporting others who deal with mental health problems. However, I have many interests, having previously majored in CIS, being very strong at...
How do I save and make money efficiently?
I want to start saving money, but I also need different ways to make it in the first place.
I need to know if I'm learning to code or not??
I'm currently doing a data analyst bootcamp and I don't know if I'm absorbing and learning how to clean and preprocess datasets, please tell me if all I have to do is practice until I feel like it came to me?
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