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Jake Jan 16, 2018 1195 views

What is the advancement potential in the field of Forensic Science? And what is a typical path?

I was accepted into the Forensic Science program at several schools, one being West Virginia University and would like to know what to expect after receiving my college degree. #forensic #college-major #career-choice #WestVirginiaUniversity #science #college #forensic-science

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Jake Jan 16, 2018 1010 views

What would be a reasonable salary range to expect if I entered forensic science? What is the long-term potential?

I have applied to several schools for Forensic Science, one is West Virginia University, which has the #1 Forensic program in the country ... its programs partner includes the FBI, in fact, 80% of their graduates are hired by the FBI. And I was accepted to WVU, however, I'm really not aware at...

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Angel Jan 16, 2018 990 views

How would you describe each college major and its potential in a sentence?

#career #major #potential #college #academic-advising

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Yeika Jan 14, 2018 1546 views

How can I stop being nervous about applying for college?

I’ve been looking at colleges for a while now, and thinking about how close it’s getting to having to submit applications worries me. The process of applications and thinking will I ever be accepted? #Anxious #college-applications #college-admissions #college

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Yeika Jan 14, 2018 1090 views

Will applying for colleges be stressful?

I’m a junior in high school and I’ve already looked into applying for colleges and it seems pretty complicated. So I’m just wondering how hard will it get throughout senior year looking for colleges? #stressed #college-applications #college

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Guillermo Oct 01, 2017 1178 views

When did you know you wanted to become a screenwriter?

I have been thinking about becoming a screenwriter for some time. I love the idea of telling stories and educating the general public. #movies #screenwriting

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Samantha Sep 29, 2017 1279 views

Why should accounting be considered as a good career?

#scholarships

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Kenza Sep 29, 2017 1113 views

To become a marketer do you have to relatively be good at public speaking?

I am trying to go into the marketing business but I am not the greatest public speaker. #business

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Kathia Sep 28, 2017 1062 views

What jobs can I find if I want to major in Fine Arts?

I'm debating whether to do Fine Arts along with Illustration. #art

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hellen Sep 01, 2017 892 views

How do you effectively study ?

time management is hard and sometimes I forget to study ahead of time
#studyhardcore

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Carlo Sep 01, 2017 1132 views

What kind of career opportunities are available to those with a degree in Sociology

I am very interested in studying sociology in college, but I find it difficult to think of a career that could benefit from that kind of knowledge #sociology #social-sciences

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Jose Sep 01, 2017 1013 views

Is it worth the money to enroll to a brand name college?

#scholarships #business

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Olivia Sep 01, 2017 1090 views

What can I do to help myself stand out to a prospective employer once I am finished with college?

Most people applying for a teaching position will be qualified as per their education, so I'd like to know what I can do to give myself something extra that may give me a better chance at getting a teaching position.

#education

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Megan Sep 01, 2017 964 views

Why do some colleges expect a 17 year old to know what she wants to do with her life?

I am undecided currently in what I want to major in. Some colleges require when you apply that you apply to a specific college within the university. However they don't require a declared major until later on in college. I don't know what I want to major in and therefore choosing a college...

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Brendan Sep 01, 2017 1256 views

Do most colleges offer free peer tutoring for courses?

A tutor can be helpful especially for an athlete that might miss some classes due to games #basketball #college #tutoring #academic-advising

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Carl Aug 31, 2017 1238 views

Whats the best way to keep maximum focus on school studies?

Just trying to improve myself/study habits. #study-habits #studying-tips #studying

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Galina Apr 14, 2017 2857 views

How can I effectively use LinkedIn if I do not have many real-life connections?

I am a high school student and I created a LinkedIn account two years ago but I do not have much on my profile and only 4 connections. I am in school most of the time, so I do not have a lot of work or volunteering experience. My town is small and not a lot of people I associate with have a...

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Galina Apr 14, 2017 2008 views

What do I go about writing a thank you letter to a scholarship committee?

I am a senior in high school and I recently won a scholarship and want to write a thank you letter or card to the foundation. Should this be a short thank you of only a few sentences? I have not worked with this foundation nor do I know much about it, but I want to write a genuine thank you...

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Galina Apr 14, 2017 6059 views

Do colleges allow you to create your own major or minor if they do not offer the one you want?

I am thinking about minoring in statistics but that minor is not listed on my college's website. Do some colleges allow students to create their own minor using classes that the school offers? Does it vary depending on the college? #college #college-major #majors-and-minors

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Galina Apr 14, 2017 1773 views

Are there any things that you must do the summer before you go to college?

I am a senior who will be graduating in June. I already sent in most of my enrollment forms to my college and registered for freshman orientation. Is there anything else essential I should be doing this summer to prepare for my first semester of college? Is it highly recommended to intern or...

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Galina Apr 14, 2017 1440 views

Is there a limit on study-abroads and internships?

This is a silly question I have. Is there a limit to the amount of semesters a college student can study abroad or intern? Is it different for every college? Do you know of anyone who went on a lot of study abroads or internships? #college #internships #study-abroad

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Galina Apr 14, 2017 3502 views

Language: Self Study or take classes?

I will be entering college soon and I really want to learn French. For a few months I have been self studying with online resources because my my high school does not offer the language. I believe that my college only offers courses in beginners French and I do not know if I should take these...

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Galina Apr 12, 2017 1650 views

Am I wasting my time applying to national scholarships I found online?

Since the beginning of my senior year I have been using websites like cappex and fastweb to find scholarships to apply to. All of the scholarships are online and seem to be national. Is it worth applying to these? Do a lot of students apply to these? Should I be searching elsewhere for local...

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Galina Apr 12, 2017 1512 views

How important is choosing a minor for political science?

I am a senior in high school planning on majoring in political science to possibly obtain a combined BA in Political Science with a Master's in Public Administration. I want to choose a minor that is highly employable but I am unsure which course to take. I love history and philosophy but I am...

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Abigail Mar 10, 2017 2092 views

When interviewing for a job, what should you answer when asked about your weaknesses?

Are there answers that show you are thoughtful and honest without ruining the chance of getting the job? What are companies really looking for? #interviews #college-jobs #summer-jobs #interviewing-skills #high-school-jobs

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Kelly Mar 03, 2017 1613 views

Is it better to go to an art college, or an arts and sciences college?

I'm a freshmen in high school, and I'm currently trying to choose between a college specifically for art, or an arts and sciences college. If I wanted to major in illustration, which type of college should I go to? Is it better to go to an arts and sciences college because I will meet different...

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Kelly Feb 24, 2017 1539 views

What specific factors affect the chance of a freelance illustrator getting a job offer from a client?

I understand that freelancers have to manage their own money, time, daily schedule, as well as their marketing, and various other things. Because of this, I would like to know the specific actions taken by a **freelance illustrator** (who is looking to get an offer from a client in any...

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Thompson Feb 24, 2017 2869 views

Is proficiency in Java enough to get you placed in good company?

I'm a graduate student(MS Computer Science) and I'm gonna be graduating in a year and a half and I wanted to know if there is any skill that I must have besides Java. I would like to know what are the other programming languages/skills that any employer can expect from a potential employee with...

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Nadia Feb 23, 2017 1364 views

Is a small college better than a big college?

I'm applying for college and I'd like more insight on the advantages and drawbacks of both small and large campuses. #college #highschool #college-applicatons

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Karla Jan 16, 2017 1505 views

How do I choose my major that I will acquire a succesful career in?

I currently can't decide if the major I am choosing will result in a good career or whether I should change my major. #college-major #choosing-a-major

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Karla Jan 16, 2017 1743 views

How will changing my major prolong my graduation time?

When I applied to college I was a political science major, but now I'm thinking about changing my major to finance. I want to change it but I am scared that changing my major will set me back another year or so. #college-major #finance #political-science #switches

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Karla Jan 15, 2017 4773 views

How do I get a credit card with no credit history?

I'm a freshman in my second semester of college and I have been looking at credit cards that will help me start a credit history. #finance #credit

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Violetta Jan 07, 2017 1242 views

I plan to major in International Relations, and I would like to hear what that major entails from someone who's studied it.

I love the idea of helping people by being a diplomat, working in government, or for a not-for-profit. I just don't know anyone who's majored in this field and I'd love to hear what it's like! #international-relations

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Christine Dec 01, 2016 999 views

Is it difficult to get a job as an asthma specialist?

I'm considering studying that once I get to medical school but I'm wondering if it's worth it. Will there be enough jobs open or should I think of another field to go into to? #college #medicine #school #astthma

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adanech Nov 25, 2016 2968 views

When should I start investing my money or ?bounding??

I have been working a lot recent ally and I know that your supposed to start investing or share holding your money at an early age. When would be a great time? #business #education #money #economics #investment-management #business-analysis #savings #economic-research

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Bella Nov 02, 2016 5044 views

What types of careers are there related to the frequent use of Adobe Photoshop+Indesign?

I am a high school student, and I've recently gotten my ACA license in both Photoshop and Indesign. I've found that I use these programs frequently, and I'm quite comfortable with using them. Are there any careers that require frequent use of these programs? #career #career-choice #career-path...

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Bianca Oct 31, 2016 1448 views

Health science

What kind of jobs can I get if I get a bachelor's degree in Health Science Administration? #science #health #administration

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Kevin Oct 30, 2016 1270 views

What occupations and fields are stagnating or decreasing in growth?

As time progresses, some occupations become obsolete because of society and technology. The factory worker was beat out by the robot, the mail delivery man was beat out by the drone. As a student and future contributor to the workforce, it is imperative to know where the money is at and where...

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Kevin Oct 30, 2016 3552 views

Will there be an over saturation of engineers?

I want to be an engineer and am curious about the field. Presently, engineering and other STEM occupations are quite popular. But as time passes, there will be many who major in it like me and due to that, won't the job market be more competitive? And if so, when? #engineering #employment...

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KAMRAN Oct 30, 2016 1411 views

As a psychologist, have you ever been affected personally by your patient's story or stories?

As a person who often listens to their peers about their problems, I have often found myself thinking about those peers and their story. #psychology #counseling-psychology

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KAMRAN Oct 30, 2016 1284 views

As an accountant just starting off, do you find yourself struggling to find clientele with the software available to aid the process of keeping track of financial accounts? Are you worried that the accounting process will eventually be taken over by tech?

I'd like to pursue a career in accounting. #business #accounting

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Hairam Oct 30, 2016 1093 views

What would you say are the general steps into becoming a doctor?

I've been wanting to be a lot of things including an engineer and and going into business as well as medicine. I would love to know the steps into becoming a doctor and the things I would have to do outside of class work like volunteering in hospitals or working around medicine or working in...

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Adamar Oct 29, 2016 2236 views

Is it okay to feel scare to start working?

Im new to all of this "independence" #work-life-balance

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Ese Oct 29, 2016 1879 views

What is it like being a women in the engineering field?

I am really interested in entering the engineering field and have been for awhile and I just wanted a little insight on the day in the life of a women in these types of fields. #engineering #women-in-tech

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Ese Oct 29, 2016 1766 views

As someone interested in building biomedical devices which would be better doing a major in Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering?

I have wanted to be build medical devices in children's hospitals since I was 11 and as time has gone o my interest has expanded from initial just being fascinated in circuitry and wanting to focus on that side of medical devices to also having a love for coding. I know that I want to minor in...

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Tammy Oct 27, 2016 1085 views

Would majoring in nursing science at a UC be more efficient than taking a nursing program at a cal-state or community college?

I'm interested in a healthcare profession in general, one where I know I can help others. I was wondering if I decide to take the nursing route, which college would be more ideal. #nursing

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Tammy Oct 27, 2016 1066 views

What are the first steps for an aspiring surgeon to take in college? Should I particularly be majoring in a biology related study?

I am currently a senior in high school, and it's the eve of college applications. Going though two surgical procedures myself, I was always intrigued by the willingness and determination of a surgeon's work ethic and I figured it was inevitable that I would want to pursue a career in that...

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christopher Oct 26, 2016 1190 views

I am worried about paying for college and graduating with a large debt, how can this be avoided?

I am hesitant about attending college because my family earns to much money to be considered low income and to little money to pay for school. How can I alleviate some of the costs? with out being in high debt after graduation? #financial-planning

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christopher Oct 26, 2016 1282 views

Do you have to take many Math classes to major in Engineering?

I am considering Engineering as Major however I have difficulty with some Math so not sure how successful I would be studying Engineering #professor

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cynthia Oct 24, 2016 1882 views

What are the funnest jobs in the stem fields?

unbiassed towards your favorite job, but funnest locations and jobs that provide lots of activities. #computer #engineering #stem #teachers #architects #mathematicians

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