Fitchburg, Massachusetts
What is recommended for someone who has interest in several fields and has trouble zoning in on one to focus on in college?
Hi, I am a sophomore in high school and have increasingly been asked what I want to study in college. I struggle with this question because I am fascinated by journalism, psychology, film/cinema, and digital design. How might I be able to go about choosing one specific field?
Giveaway Question
What process is the best to ensure I find the right college that has a good reputation and good education and will ensure I will exceed and land a successful career?
Can a college's quality of education be told by its acceptance rate?
I've heard mixed answers on this, and I'm unsure. Please let me know!
How can I start studying and preparing for the SAT Subject Tests?
I'm currently a highschool sophmore (10th grade).
How do people successfully choose a job within their major, especially starting off that process?
I want to be a Chemistry major, but I am having trouble starting to pick a career path that would be beneficial in all aspects to me.
did your college help with getting a job when graduating?
did your college help with getting a job when graduating?
Grad vs. Undergrad
What is the most important part to undergrad in order to be successful if going to grad school?
How difficult is it to minor in a subject that is not at all related to your major?
I am a senior looking to be a nutritionist/dietician but I still want to pursue musical theater as a minor.
How can I improve my college resume during my junior year?
Currently looking to strengthen my application for college.
How can I land a job that I thoroughly enjoy after college?
I need to commit myself to working as hard as possible. I believe the more time I put into something the better I get and anything that I do to be productive can only help me in the future. So definitely trying to be as productive as possible.
What can I do to land a job that I enjoy after college?
I think something that I can do is to work on myself as much as possible when studying. I believe that the more I do something the better I get, and anything that I do productively can only help me in the future.
What are some jobs I can pursue after majoring in biology?
I'm not too sure what jobs majoring in biology would open up. Is a biology major worth it? To biology majors: is it worth majoring in biology?
How will I know what career path best suits me?
How did you find the career you have today?
What's it like being a freshman in college and how does it differ from being a freshman in high school?
I just want to compare my freshman year from high school to what my freshman year might be like in college.
How can I make my college experience the most beneficial?
best classes to take, how to get involved,
Advice to Avoid too much Debt
Many people have told me that going to medical school will most likely get you into debt after. I wanted to ask: - how do I know what type of loan to get? - will I be able to take more loans after each semester? -if I don’t use all my loans and I return some, will I be able to get...
How will I know I am on the right path?
I am unsure of what I want to do. For a while I wanted to be a teacher, but now I might want to be a lawyer. Either way, my plan is to major in History.
Nursing is a very expansive and crucial field of study. I'm sure there are both peaks and valleys to any nurses' career. What is the most difficult part of being a nurse?
I am currently a senior with a great interest in pursuing nursing. My favorite classes are biology, psychology, and anything math related. I can't wait to one day be able to care for the sick, injured, and dying, or provide support for their families and communities. With a strong background in...
Do employers look at what college you went to when hiring?
Do certain colleges look better on resumes than others for nursing?
Is the path to becoming a pharmacist difficult?
One of my dream jobs is to become a pharmacist and want to know what classes to take in college. I want to know is being a pharmacist worth the time spent in college.
#FALL22????
What should I look for when deciding the college I want to go to?
When did you decide that this was the career you wanted?
That this was what you wanted to do for the rest of your life. #FALL2
Could you help share with me what you would have done differently with your process to becoming a PE teacher to make it easier for my journey?
I am a Senior graduating High School this year and aspire to be a Physical- Education teacher. I am new to the process and want to know the best way to do it. Thank you! #Fall22
Which is a better major ? #fall22
Which is a better major? Psychology or Law?
#fall22
If I want to get a career in nursing, what should I do before college to be as prepared as possible?
Is there any jobs, internships, or shadowing I should do before college to be more prepared? Or research? #Fall22
If I want to go into the medical field, should I major (undergrad) in organic chemisty or biology??
I am deciding what to major in going into my freshman year of college, and can't decide between getting a solid understanding in chemisty or biology. Which do you think?
Are internships widely avaliable for students who also have a heavy courseload??
I enjoy hands on activities and feel like getting real time experience especially in the medical field would be exponentially helpful, but I don't want to overload myself with hard classes and that responsibility
How would I go about taking formal commissions for my paintings?
For context, I am a senior in HS and would like to start making money off of traditional painting commissions, like landscape paintings, portraits, etc. I have the skills to do so, but I am wondering how I would go about establishing myself on socials and how I could create a customer base. I’m...
What do I do if I'm undecided on which art related major I want to choose?
I've always been passionate about the arts ever since I was a child. However, now that it's time to apply to colleges I'm stuck on deciding a major. I still think I have a lot to improve on in my artwork which school can help me with. However, I'm not quite sure which major to choose. I love...
What kinds of companies do electrical engineers work for?
I'm pursuing a career in electrical engineering and want to know the work environment they're in.
What steps should I take in high school in order to study journalism at a strong university?
I am a sophomore in high school, and English has always been my favorite subject. I love to write, especially when I am able to represent stories of those who cannot or struggle to. The field of journalism is one that fascinates me, and I intend on pursuing it in college!
Tech company interview
What does the interview process for a tech company look like?
What type of skills and attributes are put into consideration when choosing a career path?
I am in the 10th grade and already have some hobbies and things I enjoyed but I want to know if they can be developed into a career path.
How to enter into biotech business career with BA in Biology?
A BS in Biology but interested in the business aspect of biotech and pharma, not sure about how to follow/enter into this career path.
How do I know if secondary or elementary education is right for me?
How will I know if secondary or elementary education is right for me? I know I want to teach special education I just don't know what age group I want to teach.
How to get noticed by colleges?
How do i get colleges to notice me in a small, lesser known school
What can I do to be successful in Elementary Education?
I am currently a senior in highschool, looking to major in Elementary-Education. Is there any helpful tips to be successful in that major, or any recommendations of the job it's self?
How should I get involved in political campaigns when I get to college?
How should I get involved in political campaigns when I get to college. I am a senior in high school and I am looking to pursue the political science field and want to become a lawyer. I love my AP Government class and learning about our history and the Constitution.
How do I know what Scholarships I've won?
How do I know which scholarships I have been chosen for? I've applied to so many on multiple websites, how do I know if and when I am awarded one?
College Activities?
How does college life differ at big schools compared to smaller schools?
How long does it take to become a Nurse Anesthetist?
Should I take a gap year before going into nursing?
Question for my future
What steps can I take today, that would move me closer to my dream? #fall22
What is the best college for me to go to if I want to major in Criminal Psychology?
I plan to major in Criminal Psychology when I go to college. I have already started thinking about what classes I should take in high school to help prepare to go into that field. I live in a place where there are a bunch of Ivy League schools around, I'm just not sure what college would fit me...
Questions about college and careers
How are college and the top one percent related? Do you have to obtain a good education to make lots of money?
What is the hardest part about becoming a dentist?
I am a senior at Amherst Regional High School and am intested in studying chemistry in college. Outside of school, I ride horses, sing and dance.
What was the hardest part in completing medical school?
Interested in being in the medical field but still deciding in between Physician Assistant or being a doctor
Why should I become a Physician Assistant instead of going ahead and study to be a doctor?
Interested in being in the medical field but not sure which path to head towards. Second guess myself if I can actually make my plans of being in the medical field come true.
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