Gilberts, Illinois

I am a junior in my 2nd semester of high school. I took a course load of 5 APs and over the summer my mother was diagnosed with cancer. I’ve had a hard time managing my life and honestly am very mentally overwhelmed. I have taken AP Physics C and second semester I am on track for a D or F with...

I am an International student who has recently moved from a different country and don't know if there is a specific format to answer short-essay questions in summer programs. Is there a specific technique that recruiters look for when they look over short-essay questions?

I am leaning toward taking it all four years and reaching either Spanish 4 or AP Spanish because when I become a doctor, it would be useful for me to communicate with my patients. On the other hand, if I dropped Spanish after my sophomore year, which would mean I would stop either Spanish 2-3,...

I know that I want to do this project in neuroscience. I would love to one day enter the Regeron STS. I recently started studying on my own about the brain, but there are so many things I need to learn and understand, so a mentor or internship where I will learn and perform lab experiments with...

In my school, U.S. History is a required course. Consequently, I could take this course over the summer, but it would not be AP. I am really passionate about learning about the brain, hence I would like to go into neurosurgery. For this reason, some medical classes I could take at my school...

How to pursue a career as a commercial artist/ art director?
What colleges would be best to apply to preferably staying within the Midwest?

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- Carmel Catholic High School
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- Football & Tennis

I am in 12th grade and am going into college next year. I enjoy biology and health and want to pursue engineering, but am unsure if I should do another type of engineering.

I'm interested in a career focused on Federal investigations, specifically psychological analytics. I would really like to be able to experience what it would be like however I'm worried I wont be able to find an internship that covers the crucial experience I need to know this field of study...

Financial aid's a broad term that covers scholarships, loans, etc. I was wondering for example, Loyola gives you a 32k scholarship. Would that be all the money you recieve? Or later in the early spring, they look at whatever FASFA sends over?

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Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...

I am in 12th grade hoping to major in biology next year on a pre-med track. I am interested in helping people, and hopefully traveling the world healing people once I become a doctor. I want to best prepare myself in college, so that I have high chances of being accepted into medical school.

I am currently an accounting major at Elgin Community College, and plan to transfer to a four-year college in Fall 2026. I have taken a few accounting courses and would like to gain work experience before I graduate.

I am currently a Senior at York Community High School in Elmhurst IL, I am interested in possibly going into healthcare but also business but am trying to figure out how I can integrate the two together, I want to make sure that the major I choose is something that I will enjoy for the rest of...

Is criminal justice and or political science a good major to prepare for law school? And if not what is the most important things to practice to prepare for law school?

I feel like everyone either chooses a major based on thier skills or their passion in that field. However as someone who hasnt really figured out what they want to do in life how did you guys know what you wanted to do with your degree and still be happy?

Ive always struggled with answering what exactly i want to do with my future. I dont really have a set goal in mind with what i wanna do i just know that it has something to do with Arts. I also have a great passion writing and journalism which is a career im thinking of exploring too.

I am a sophomore in Purdue University studying Computer Engineering. I enjoy programming, creating circuits, and learning new things.

I'm a high school senior trying to swim through the pool of life. I have support but it all just seems overwhelming sometimes. What to do? Where to go? How to go? THE QUESTIONS ARE ENDLESS

What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions? #fall25

I'm currently a senior in high school, and have intentions to major in mechanical engineering (BS). What are some internship or study abroad programs that I can take summer of 2026 before I start college that would help boost my skills, experience hands-on research and/or projects, and learn in...

When applying to software engineering positions and the like, people often recommend doing Leetcode, but I'm not sure if it would be the same for other roles!

Highschool, Going to college

internships, opportunities,

As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?

I am a senior in high school and am going to college next fall. I am planning on majoring in Pre-Med and would like tips for studying. Any examples/ideas would help.

I am currently a student in community college; I am transferring next fall to earn my bachelor's degree in health science or a related major. Please share your best pieces of advice that have helped you in either school or your career.

I'm a high school senior looking into civil engineering, and I want to help conserve natural environments and our resources.

I have been applying for scholarships but they won’t give me an answer till January to March.

career advice // future endeavors