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So... what do I do? #Spring25
I am attending a fairly prestigious university this fall and I have confidence it will help me succeed. However, the financial aid I received is not as helpful as I had hoped. Not to toot my own horn, but I've always been a smart kid and it feels much more fitting to me to take on this...
For someone pursuing a career in finance, what are the biggest lessons you’ve learned about yourself and the industry that helped you decide which sector to work in—especially when factoring in personal work ethic, natural strengths, and the realities of being a Black man in corporate America? As well as how do you see the sustainability of finance careers evolving with the rise of AI?
I am currently committed to attend Middlebury College in Vermont, and am looking to pursue a career in finance with a major of Economics.
What is the transition like between living with parents to living in a dorm #Spring25?
I am a senior about to graduate and I'm nervous about moving into a dorm. I've been camping with friends before so I have some experience away from home, but living on my own for a whole school year seems daunting and nerve-wracking.
What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?
I am a highschool senior starting my college journey this fall. I will be majoring in accounting but I have some questions, one of which is: What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?
How do I determine a good number of classes to take as a freshman?
How do I choose classes and number of credits. Looking to find balance between coursework and adjustment to college.
Why don't more colleges have Criminal Justice or Criminology fields? #Spring25
I am interested into going into this field but many colleges don't have these majors/minors. #Spring25
What are some useful ways or routes to pay for college?
I am thinking about doing ROTC but an still looking.
What are the best steps to becoming a part of the cyber crimes unit in law enforcement ?
What is the day to day jobs of someone in digital forensics
What does my life look like in the future if I think I'm successful in life?
I go to Niles West High School in Skokie Illinois and I'm a senior. What could I do to make college easier for me? Why do most people find college so hard? How come I find high school not hard at all?
What are your best tips for applying to internships?
I have had some struggles with finding the right internships, from those who have gone through the process, what worked for you?
What are good study habits for someone with a short attention span? #Spring25
What are good study habits for someone who has a short attention span? #Spring25
How do you see the advancements of AI/robots affecting the career of anesthesiologists Do you think this career would benefit from including advanced technology/AI? #Spring25?
How do you see the advancements of AI/robots affecting the career of anesthesiologists? Do you think this career would benefit from including advanced technology/AI? #Spring25
What is the best way to network yourself throughout colleges to get exposure to your major?
I am planning on going to Indiana University in the Fall of 2025 and I am majoring in Marketing and Sales as a pre-business student. #Spring25
What are some of the best study techniques to use in college?
I haven't found the best ways to study yet and I know I will need to in college so I was wondering what some of the most useful ones are.
How did you get over your nerves during interviews? If you didn't get over it, what tips would you give to manage them??
How did you get over your nerves during interviews? If you didn't get over it, what tips would you give to manage them? #Spring25
What is the most helpful advice for getting through nursing school?
Hi, I’m planning on going into pediatric oncology nursing since I was diagnosed with cancer as a kid. I love helping kids and being energetic. My question is, What is the most helpful piece of advice you have for getting through nursing school? #Spring25
what does a day in the like of a graduate physics student look like?
I am curious what a future of looking for graduate school is like.
What careers do biomedical engineering degree lead to?
I am a sophomore high school student and find medicine and engineering interesting. Biomedical Engineering is the major I am leaning to.
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How do I pursue graduate school without funds? #Spring25
How do I pursue graduate school without funds? It's been hard to find scholarships and I've already taken a plethora of loans. Who do i reach out to for help funding my education? #Spring25
What is the one thing you would change about your freshman year of college if you could?
I’m a senior in high school and don’t want to have any regrets for my first year of college.
How can I balance the intense academic demands of molecular biology and my pre-med journey with opportunities in meaningful research, clinical experience, and self care—without losing my sight on why I am pursuing pre-med?
I will be attending the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign molecular/cellular biology program in Fall 2025. I plan to attend medical school after my undergraduate education.
When pursuing a career in musical theater, is it better to go to grad school for an MFA after undergrad or head straight to New York and auditioning? #Spring25
I want to have my MFA so that if I choose to settle down in the future, I have the option, but my ultimate goal is performing.
Has studying psychology affected your personality? If so, how has it changed? #Spring25?
I'm planning on majoring in psychology this upcoming fall. After taking an AP course in high school, I've noticed that I am more attentive to other people's personalities, and I am wondering if continuing my education in psychology will make me more self-aware about my personality.
What would your day-to-day job look like if you graduated with a degree in marketing?
What would your day-to-day job look like if you graduated with a degree in marketing?
What are the most valuable skills I should develop to succeed in my legal career as a 12th grader about to major in criminal justice?
What specific extracurricular activities should I pursue?
What skills or experiences do marketing firms look for when hiring someone to work on global campaigns or represent their brand in different countries #Spring25?
High School Senior, 17 year old Competitive dancer, worked 2 marketing internships, key club, hawk nation club(school spirit club).
What are the best ways to help prepare myself to apply for dental school?
I am currently a pre-dental undergraduate student planning on attending Nova Southeastern University, to take my prerequisites to prepare for dental school applications. #Spring25
How should I approach this summer to prepare myself for mechanical engineering, or what mindset should I have as I approach my first year of college ?
As my time in high school now comes to an end, I'm now trying to look more into the future and prepare myself for college life. As much as I want to take the proper time to relax this summer and really enjoy myself, I realize mechanical engineering is going to be a difficult major. I was just...
Does anyone have any advice on how to pick between majors?
For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to pick a career that makes a difference. I personally struggle with issues related to mental health and I'm very passionate about advocating for help for people with similar struggles. Right now, I am choosing between becoming a psychologist and an...
How can Environmental Scientists use their knowledge to help conserve our natural resources for the future?
I am currently a senior in high school and plan to study Environmental Science in collage. I want to learn more about how this can lead to better sustainably practices in our future!
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What is the most difficult part of the journey to becoming a Physician Assistant ?
What is the most difficult part of the journey to becoming a Physician Assistant?
What is the most vital thing that ivy leagues look for in a student during applications? #Spring25
What is the most vital thing that ivy leagues look for in a student during applications? #Spring25
What internships are in the Chicago area or does anybody know other ways to get involved?
I am a high school sophomore in the Chicago land area and I would like to be a trauma or cardiothoracic surgeon.
what are some jobs that a 17 year old that can work from home?
I'm 17 years old and I go to johns burg high school in Illinois but Im switching to home school and I was looking at jobs but I cant seem to find any jobs that says they hire 17 year old to do remote work.
What classes should a future Interior Designer take? Any specific colleges for Interior Deisgn?
Hi, I’m emily. I’m a sophmore in highschool and I have always wanted to become an Interior designer. I am unsure of what classes I should take in highschool, what should I do? Also, are there any specific skills I will have to learn for the job? And is there any good colleges specifically for...
What Are The Responsibilities For Becoming A Bus Aide?
The reason I'm asking this question because after I leave Higgins, I want to become a bus aide and I need to know about the duties and responsibilities for becoming one.
What major should I apply with?
Hi, I'm in 11th grade and I am unsure on what major path to follow. Im conflicted between computer science and accounting. I am more determined to achieve success in my future job and am not sure which will provide the most support. Throughout high schoolI have mostly focused on CS. Im not...
Is there any site exclusively for job referrals for free in USA. ?
Is there any site exclusively for job referrals? in USA.
As we know referrals get placed very soon.
My age is 14, what is a good book for math?
my age is 14 what is a books good for me like maths?
What exactly does an information science major study and what are the job prospects?
I'm considering going into something related to computers and I'm debating between software engineering and information science/other majors and I would other people's input.
Looking for IT Networking Technician technical interview questions for AWS?
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What are some good websites to find internship opportunities and other valuable experiences ?
I am a senior, it would be very helpful if I found more extracurriculars.
How do I work on developing my confidence in my career decisions when I feel like sometimes I could be going a different route Am I on the right path??
I started school as an undecided major before becoming a finance major. However,I sometimes feel like I could have made a different choice and pursued an alternate career that would be better monetarily and more fulfilling personally. How do I know I am making the right choice towards my...
What is the difference between sonography and radiology, specifically, radiologic technologists and diagnostic medical sonographers How do I become one??
I am a Freshman in high school and don't know what to do or where to start. I want an easy-going job in healthcare with great pay and no stress.
As an International student wanted to start Business on OPT?
I have ideas but don't know ay thing how to start a business .can someone help me . how to pitch mentors, investors, how to get licenses , documentations /paper work for getting started over business
How do i get into the musical theatre world after high school?
I am a 15 year old sophomore at a private high school, looking to get a bfa in college. i would like to know just generally more about how difficult it is to get that degree and when i should start preparing for auditions.
How can I explore myself to get experience working under a mentor to find myself fit for Engineering major fit and as a career?
I am a high school senior and I am looking for some type of voluntary work or internship to get experience working under Industrial Engineer / Engineering department or a company in exploring and learning about day to day responsibilities before getting into college-major of my studies as an...
What can I do as a sophomore high schooler to show my interest in and gain experience in astrophysics?
Such as extracurriculars, competitions, clubs, activities I should do?
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