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Does the reputation of the school you attend really matter?
Are Ivy League schools really any better than state schools? Do employers have a preference?
#college #college-advice #career-advice #career-counseling
How do you cope with regret?
There is an endless variety of jobs available, from software engineer, to anesthesiologist, to landscape architect. Most people are not simply skilled in one area, but in multiple arenas of study. There are many times I have overheard conversations of jobholders wishing they had entered this...
What career pathway is most effective in changing lives?
I have decided a long time ago that I would make the most of the time I am given on this Earth. My desire is to have a positive impact on as many people as possible. I want to be a key instrument in the improvement of society. The occupations I am considering include options such as doctor,...
What is the best way to help your peers on a broad scale?
If one has experience with writing resumes, finding a job, and working efficiently, what is the best way to help your classmates acquire these skills? Where can I find a group that works on these skills to make sure I am up to date and still working efficiently too? I want to learn from my...
How helpful is your school’s alumni network in finding a job after graduation?
I can take the proper courses to prepare myself for the job I want. I can get experience. But how do I get set on the proper path? Will the school help me find a good job? Are schools’ alumni more open to hiring recent graduates of their alma mater? #social-networking #networking...
What kind of experience is the best to seek out in college?
Many colleges brag about their co-op, research, and internship opportunities for students. Are any of these better than the others? I am interested in chemical engineering, and would like to know what I should seek out during my time in college. #chemical-engineering #engineering #internships...
How do you pass IB biology
#IBBiology #biology #grades #exams #studying #time-management
How do you take a GAP year?
#gap-year #college #graduation #college-prep #life-transitions
How much years of education do you need to be a pediatrician
I am asking this because i would love to know how many years i have infront of me #pediatrician #graduate-school #medical-school #healthcare #medicine #pediatrics
What are some advices a college student can give to a high school student planning to attend college?
I am asking this question because i am in high school and i would love to know how college work and also know what are the positive thing that would help you succeed while you’re in college . I would love to be a #pediatrician #college #medicine #pre-med #healthcare
Has anyone been successful with scholarships posted on Fastweb and other search sites? #moneyforcollege
Continue to have difficulty with finding money for college. #moneyforcollege #financial-aid #scholarships #college
Where can I find real scholarship information for paying for college?
There are so many that I’ve applied for and have not heard back. It makes me think that they are not real. #moneyforcollege #college-advice #financial-planning
Switching careers?
I'm 42 and a little apprehensive about making a career change. I have four children and as they get older it is becoming more financially difficult at my current position. I have read that #Anthropology is a good field to go into, but not if someone is interested in making money. As old as I...
Is making friends hard when you first get to college?
It seems alittle scary to be in a totally new place and not know anyone. #friends #college #social #work-life-balance #life-transitions
How do I pay off student loans once I graduate college?
College is very expensive and no one has explained this part of the process. #money #everyonedealswithit
Why is anthropology important for us, and why should be apply it to society?
I am asking this question because there are many individuals who might misunderstand the term of anthropology. #anthropology #culture
As a student interested not in just getting rich quick, how can one really learn how to invest their money wisely?
Too often we hear that education systems don't prepare us for real life, but I think they are trying to improve this. But what are some great resources to learn about money management and wealth as a student?
#investing #real-estate-investing #money-management #wealth-management
What is the verdict on Online Learning Courses and accreditation?
I am studying in university, but I have often taken supplementary online courses on sites like Udemy and FutureLearn. How do recruiters look at these certifications - are they impressed or are they just overlooked?
#recruiting #online-learning #certifications #hiring
What are the career prospects for someone currently involved in Social Media Marketing or Management at a small scale?
I have managed social media accounts for organizations, just as a side hustle, but how could I go one step further? Do I need to get a degree in marketing?
#social-media #social-media-marketing #digital-marketing #marketing
How can one maximize the use of social media to network with other people and companies?
Social Media allows us to access such a wide range of people but how can this vast network be narrowed down to benefit career prospects?
#networking #social-media
How can one become a professional tutor?
I have done a lot of tutoring in my spare time, but I am considering to make it a career choice. How can one make tutoring a stable, professional job? Are there any certifications required?
#education #teaching #tutoring #professionals
What are some of the best careers for people who love to travel?
Growing up abroad I feel I like I can't stay in one place too long, but how and which careers are suited for this kind of work? And where can one look for jobs like these?
#travel #working-abroad
What qualities make a fresh graduate stand out to employers?
How important is a student's GPA upon graduation? What can one do to increase the likelihood of getting hired?
#graduation #hiring #college #university
What are some of the best universities to gain a degree in Entrepreneurship?
Is getting a degree in Entrepreneurship even necessary or is real-world experience a better investment of time and money? ~
#entrepreneurship #university
What are the top universities for Education Majors in America?
I am interested in teaching computer science to middle and high school level students.
#education #teaching #college #college-admissions #college-major #college-selection #college
Growing up abroad, all my teachers were international teachers from England, but my question is how does one become an international teacher from America?
I would like to teach my subject of expertise in International Schools around the world.
#teaching #education #education-management #international
I’m interested in architecture. What courses should I take that will help me. ##highschool
I want the extra help from these classed
#highschool #academic-advising #architecture #architecture-and-planning
How can I find the right niche in a certain field?
i.e Engineering to Mechanical, Aerospace, and Chemical engineering etc.
#career-choice #career-development #career-path
What is the best way to study for the final exam for Anatomy and Physiology ?
I will be taking this class in the spring semester of this school year, and knowing it is a lot of information to absorb and memorize for the final exam in one semester I am looking for any helpful tips on studying for this class so I can be as successful as possible. #studytips #science...
If I major in research and experimental psychology would I be able to create psychological programs (international, local, etc.)?
I was told I could be able to create psychological programs, for example a program for children suffering from ptsd, but was not told specifically what to study or how to do so. I would truly like to have this a future career option and would like to know how I would be able to achieve it....
If you are interested in studying occupational thearpy as a major, but it is not listed in the majors offered at the school can you study it under another major at the school?
There aren't many schools that I have looked into that offer occupational therapy as its own major and I am starting to question if it is its own major. In addition I was wondering if it could fall into other majors/fields of study in college. #occupational-therapy #college-majors #career...
What should I do to get into Virginia Tech?
What are the minimum grades and how to should I approach the school in my Essay?
#school #virginiatech
Should I get a B.S. or a B.A.?
I'm going into psychology and wanted to know what would be right for me. WHat's the difference? #psychology #bachelors-degree
Does the FBI or CIA like for an employee to have a certain major?
If I go into the FBI or CIA, do I need to take certain classes in college. Can I major in a field like engineering or business and still get the job, or is there a specific major they are look for when hiring? #criminal-justice #business #engineering
What's the FERPA?
Hi all! So I am using the common app and I'm just confused as to what the FERPA is and if I should surrender my right or not. Thanks in advance!
#common-app #college #college-advice #ferpa #college-applications
when should i do Internships in College
I am hoping to attend college somewhere for marketing and i'm hoping to do some internships during college to get experience for when i graduate. I was wondering what year should i start looking and getting internships? Also do companies look at summer internships as less then school year...
How can I recieve the most opportunities for scholarships?
I am asking because I do not have a lot of money for college. I am trying to apply for as many scholarships as I can , so I can reduce the cost of college. #money #scholarships #financial-aid #college
How many years does it take to get a NP license?
After attaining a bachelor's degree, how many more years of training and school should I expect to attain a Nurse Practitioner license? #nursing #nurse #medicine
What is the average cost for a private university in Virginia?
I plan on attending a private university and I'm wondering about the cost. #expensive #college #university
How do you know if you're on the right path?
Some people seem like they have it all figured out or seem confident with what they want to do but till this day I still have no idea if I'm 100% certain about anything. There are too many voices that are telling me different things like "you need to go to college", "do something practical",...
How can I change my outlook on life and its complications to be less stressful and more enjoyable?
college applications and everything is piling on me. I know it'll all turn out to be okay, but I can't help but feeling super stressed all the time
#stress #stress-management #college
In order to get a job early in your major are you required to do summer internship or extra classes?
I want to get a job in my major early #computer-science
Have you embarked upon a different career path than the one your major was ideally for?
I want to know how common it is to drift away from a major that one would study in college. #college #college-major
#general-college-majors
What kind of classes should I have completed to apply for CS internships?
Also, I want to know the skills that I should have by the time I apply for my first internship.
#computer-science #personal-development
Why is it good to have a company sponsored retirement plan?
I would like to know why it is so amazing to have a company sponsored retirement plan, and some benefits. #computer-software #computer #video-games #computer-games #video-game-design #video-production #video-game-development #video-game-production #career-details
Why would it be a good idea to become a video game designer?
I want to know a few good reasons that would support the career choice of becoming a video game designer. #computer-software #computer #software #video-games #software-development #computer-games #video-production #career-details
What is the formal education needed for becoming a video game designer?
I want to know what type of education you need to become a video game designer and what courses are recommended. #computer-science #computer-software #computer #video-games #computer-games #video-game-design #video-game-development #career-details
What life style choices might you have to take to be a video game designer?
I want to know what choices in life would be good choices to become a video game designer. #computer-science #computer-software #video-games #software-engineering #software-development #video-game-design #video-production #career-details
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