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I want to major into communications but I still want to minor in theatre. Will this benefit my future plans at all?
#theatre #major #college
Med School
How do I make myself stand out amongst other med school applicants? #doctor #premed #medicine #medical-school
Career Path
How does one narrow down their career paths in the medical field when they aren't completely sure of their interests? #medicine #career
How do I learn about public policy as a social work student?
I'm interested in doing public policy and community organizing in the future, but I'm currently a social work student. There are only 2 classes about policy for social work, and I completed one with not a lot learned. I am pursuing a political science minor, but there are no classes on policy...
What does a typical day look like for a Computer Forensic Analyst?
I am working towards to becoming an Computer Forensic Analyst, and I was wondering what a typical day looks likes. How many hours do they work? Do they work odd hours? What processes do they go through every day? That sort of information would be helpful. #computer #forensic...
What’s the best way to meet people at college and be successful your first year
#help #advice
How do you pay for college through loans and how do your parents help?
#college #help #graduate #financial-aid #money
How soon after university should I apply to grad schools ?
I definitely need to save up and work a few years before going back to school, but does waiting too long affect my eligibility to grad schools ?
#art #art history #biology #grad schools
How soon should I find an internship in my field ?
I'm waiting until the summer of my junior or senior year to apply for internships so I can continue another job I'm committed to. Will that affect my options later on as I pursue a career in Bio-medical Illustration ? #internships #jobs # #general
How do I apply for study abroad if I don't go to a school that offers it?
-Very Curious
#study-abroad #international #college #college-advising #travel #studying-abroad
How do I become a freelance graphic designer?
-How to promote my name?
#Art, #Creative Expression, and #Advertisement #graphic-design #freelance
What can I do to prepare for a career in Public Policy?
I am currently in the social work program at my college, with a minor in political science. There are only 3 classes in public policy available at my school, which I plan to take in the next 3 years. I am interested in macro social work and social policy. What can I do as a college student with...
What are some commonly chosen minors to go with a chemistry major?
Hello, I am an incoming freshman for the fall semester of 2018 and well, this is stressful time. I am trying to figure out what I want to do and how to go about it and all that fun jazz. I really enjoy studying chemistry and so I am probably going to be majoring in it. I would really like some...
How diverse is the field of nursing at hospitals?
I am latina and I desire to pursue a career in Nursing. I’ve worked at KPMG and at U.S Bank and discovered that there is not a lot of diversity in the profession worksite. I would be pleased to know if nursing is a more diverse field than other professions involving business. #healthcare...
What are the complexities of becoming a computer engineer?
I was involved in robotics this year and I really enjoyed the technological computing innovation behind it. The structure to advance our robot required concepts of computer engineering. I’ve realized that there’s a lot of principals to this form of engineering. #career #engineer #robots...
What is it like working in public policy?
I am getting a degree in social work, but my interest lies in the macro side of the profession. I was looking at getting a degree in public policy after I finish undergrad, but I'm not sure what exact jobs there are in public policy. What skills are taught? Would I work for a company or for a...
How to Get Out the Vote?
Have any professionals been involved in civic engagement? I want to get more young people on my college campus involved in voting and the political process, and I would love to draw on you experiences. I'm a member of the College Democrats, Ignite, AAUW, and SGA; all of these organizations are...
What specific skills do I need to be a community organizer?
Right now I am a social work major with a minor in political science at a university in Texas. I want to go into community organizing in the local area, and in the future in other areas. I have a broad idea of what a community organizer does, but I would love to get firsthand information about...
What exactly is pre-med?
I've realized that pre-med is not a major, but it's defined as a path. What encompasses the pre-med path, and what would I major in? #premed #medicine
Do you need to major in science to go to medical school.
All of the prerequisites for medical school overlap with many of the sciences #science
What is the most important thing medical schools look for besides your GPA or MCAT?
I have all of these options and I know I need to do something to show on my application. It is nice to be involved and well rounded. #medicine #med-school -school #doctor #admissions #college-admissions
What's the best way to approach student loan payments after graduation?
#finances #financial #loans #studentloans #postgrad
Do I need to go to grad school to find a decent job?
#gradschool #after-college
What are some possible job position with CS degree?
Hello, I am going to CS major. I wonder what are some job positions with a CS degree. What is annual salary for those jobs? Is it easy to find those job? How should I apply for a job? Does the company I worked for matter? What are some great quality of a company I should look for?...
How to become a data scientist?
Hello, I am going to a liberal art college in a fringe town next school year. The school does not have a data science major but I am highly interested in data science. (I will be going to double majors in Computer science and Statistics.) What are some steps should I do to become a data...
how can i meet people in college?
in high school i was very quiet and by myself most of the time. i want my college experience to be different and i also want to have people to go to if i need advice or help with my classes.
#college-life
Where or how do you start looking for jobs once you've gotten your degree?
I want to be a Dietician and personal trainer, but I always get scared when I think about what should I do after I graduate? Should I got to hospitals? I'm really confused on that part. Could you give us some tips on where to start looking? #life-after-college
What are the best tools for staying debt free when going to college?
I've heard stories of people getting "full rides" to college and I want to know how? Does that mean they will get their education at no financial cost? And if so, how can all of us students do that? I want to get my degree as a Dietician and am looking for colleges that aren't ridiculously...
What would be recommended if I was considering between majoring in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering?
I have been struggling over my years of high school in determining which type of engineering I should pursue in college. #engineering #biomedical-engineering #chemical-engineering #mechanical-engineering
How can I incorporate my interests in business and engineering post college?
I have always wanted to be an engineers since the beginning of high school but I have recently taken and interest towards business and I would want to integrate business in some way into my future career. How would I go about doing that? #engineering #business
how do i decide which one i would want as a career?
I'm stuck between a few majors and their completely different. I have many interest and I want to narrow them down so I won't be stuck taking a million different classes trying to figure out what I want.
#criminaljustice #graphic-design #nursing #mathematics
Living on campus or living off campus?
When coming to college, money is the biggest problem for me. I feel like living on campus is way better because all my resources are around me but I don't have enough money to live on campus. Living at home will be cheaper but harder for me to get to places. What should I do? I do not want to...
Should I go into the business career or should I follow my dreams.
My parents always pressure me to aim high and get a good job that pays me well. My dreams are to become an idol, singer, dancer, actress, model (mainly more into the entertainment industry which is really hard to get into). My parents do not agree with my dreams and rather have to go into...
Can I get an internship as a sophomore?
Most jobs today require experience and I want to start early on. I want to get an internship but I am just about to finish my first year in college and most internships prefer juniors and seniors. I am also going into business I'm not sure specifically what kind of business but I am interested...
Am I already behind in school?
I am currently a freshman in college and I just figured out that I want to do something business related. The problem is, I'm not yet enrolled in the business college at my university and I'm also planning to transfer schools. I haven't taken any business pre-requisite classes and I'm afraid I...
How can I fundraise professionally?
I was offered a scholarship to attend the National Conference for College Women Student Leaders, but it only offers tuition. I will be responsible for paying for my transportation, as well as another conference prior to this. I would appreciate advice for asking for funding from...
When should a person decide what they want to major in?
I am a senior in high school and I am not sure what I want to study and when I say that, my parents think I will not be successful in college if I am undecided. What should I do?
#futureblind
Is it really important to have a good GPA once I am looking for a job right after school?
As a 17-year-old senior who is planning on going to college soon, I have always wondered if my grades are more important or the research and internships that I do are more important. All through high school, my focus has been to get that A in all the classes and that's what I have been always...
As a PSEO student, what is more beneficial.. graduating from my PSEO institution or transferring on to the college I want to go to?
This question came to my mind because I was having a conversation with a friend who was done with all her credits needed to earn her associate degree from a community college. She was also a PSEO student but she told me that she is not graduating from the community college, in fact, she is just...
How do I learn to practice good study habits and keep on a schedule?
I have never really had to study in high school but I expect to in college. How do I learn to practice good study habits and keep a schedule? #Study #studying-tips #schedule
How do I find internships in my field?
My college Graphic Design program requires me to have at least one internship. How do I reach out and find companies and programs with internships in my career field? #internship #graphic-design #art
Is having student debt worth it?
I'm asking because I am wondering if someone decided to go to a more expensive school rather than a cheaper school with the same amenities- basically everything is the same, except the name of the school. I am currently trying to decide whether being in debt from school is worth it because I...
Does it matter which college you go to?
I'm asking because I was accepted into my dream college but it is over $50,000 and I cannot afford that. I want to find somewhere cheaper, but I also want to try and make it into this school because I fell in love with it and it has a good accounting program. To simplify this, does it matter...
How do I create my own internship opportunity?
This summer I want to pursue an internship in government or nonprofits. In my local area there aren't a lot of opportunities for me, a first year college student. What would be the best way to approach some of the places and people I am interested in working with to create my own internship...
Can I get advice on social work and politics?
Right now I am pursuing a bachelors degree in Social Work. I am also pursuing a minor in public administration and a certificate in community resource management. Recently I have become interested in politics and local government. If I do eventually run for office or pursue a local government...
How did you prepare for Pharmacy schools, especially for the PCAT test?
I am a Chemistry major student and am interested in Pharmacy schools. I would like to find out which courses you take for pre-pharmacy and how you have prepared for the PCAT.
#PCAT #pharmacist #pharmacy #graduate-school #professional-training #pharmacists
How long does it take to pay off all of your student loans after medical school?
#medicine #student-loans
HELP!!! How do I stay focused in a class that I am not interested in?
I have to take generals that I am not interested in at all. I want to get a good grade and I do want to learn something new. I just can't get the motivation to stay focus during the class. #focus #boringclass #interested #personal-development
If I want to engineer Medical Devices, what should I minor in with my mechanical engineering degree?
I really want to engineer medical devices. I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering but I want to impress employers. What could I minor in to impress them.
#medical-device #college #college-recruiting #mechanical-engineering
Does engineering get harder when you become a junior/senior in college?
I am currently studying engineering and I am approaching my junior year of college. I am nervous that I am going to be overwhelmed by the course load. I want to become an engineer so badly but I get scared for the amount of work it will take.
#engineering #college #junior-college
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