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Debra Dec 27, 2016 1502 views

What do graduate schools focus on in the admissions process?

I have heard that graduate programs will first look at GPA, which will then remove the unqualified students. #graduate-school #college-admissions #masters #college-recruiting #graduate-recruitment #graduate-programs

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Debra Dec 26, 2016 1489 views

What are different specialties for one going into a career in occupational therapy?

Going into this field. #science #physical-therapist #therapy #physical-therapy #occupational-therapy #therapists #hospitals #occupational-health

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Debra Dec 26, 2016 1381 views

Is it worth taking out student loans for graduate school programs? Will I ever be out of debt?

Currently applying to graduate schools. Private school programs are so expensive. #college #graduate-school #scholarships #student-loans #debt #graduate-recruitment

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Debra Dec 26, 2016 2392 views

How many graduate programs should one apply to?

Applying to graduate programs now. #university #graduate-school #undergraduate #university-applications #graduate-recruitment #graduate-programs

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Debra Dec 26, 2016 1255 views

What happens if you don't get into graduate school on the first try? How should you go from there?

Graduating College #health #graduate-school #college-admissions #volunteering #college-applications

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Debra Dec 26, 2016 2236 views

What are the best graduate programs for occupational therapy on the East Coast?

Looking into the field. #healthcare #graduate-school #physical-therapist #therapy #physical-therapy #occupational-therapy

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Debra Dec 26, 2016 1520 views

What can you do with a psychology major?

I am a psychology major. #psychology #college-major #college-admissions #clinical-psychology #mental-health

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Esther Dec 17, 2016 3565 views

What is the difference between public and private accounting firms?

Whenever I hear the word "accounting," my mind would immediately think of the four big four firms. I never fully understood what is the difference between the big four (public firms) and private firms that makes the big four, distinguished targeted employers. I learned before that private...

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Tiffanie Dec 12, 2016 1387 views

How do you manage school, work, and extracurriculars at the same time ?

I am currently working, and I go to college full time, how can I manage all of these 3 things at the same time while also being successful in them ? #career #school #work #life #full-time

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Esther Dec 10, 2016 1407 views

Does college rankings matter?

I remembered back in high school, rankings was a big thing to me. I would constantly check usnews and other websites to see where a certain school ranked before applying to it. However, now that I'm in a college that is averagely ranked, I am wondering if ranking of a college really does...

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Esther Dec 02, 2016 1369 views

Can you share your experience on how you determine what type of accounting you want to focus on?

Today while conversing with my school adviser, she asked me what type of accounting I wanted to focus on. It was until that moment that I learned that accounting has three focus: taxation, auditing, and financing. I did a lot of research over the past few days because she wanted me to get back...

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Esther Nov 28, 2016 4251 views

What can I do to gain more leadership experience in college?

From the start of college, I have joined many clubs and organizations to get involved. However, lately I've been stressing out because every time I desire to join a committee or become a board member, I never quite succeed. Will not obtaining leadership positions hinder my potential to...

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Esther Nov 27, 2016 6151 views

Is taking a semester off for an internship a good choice?

As part of my school's Accounting and Taxation Honor Program, there is a requirement to take the winter semester of our senior year off for an internship. This internship will give me an insight into the accounting field as well as possibly landing me a job after college. All my financial aid...

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adanech Nov 25, 2016 2932 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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Esther Nov 14, 2016 4103 views

Why are accountants usually the first career that people associate with miserable and bored people?

From my teacher, counselor, to my mentor/boss, all have told me that I need to be 100% sure that accounting is the right path for me. They then will go on to cite examples of accountants that they know who are miserable and hates waking up to go to work each day. Why are accountants always...

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Esther Nov 12, 2016 2214 views

Is there a better career outlook to double major in accounting and a computer related major (CIS) or accounting and a language major (Chinese)?

I soon have to declare my major in order to sort out the necessary courses with my college adviser for the upcoming years. However, I am stumped. I have always intended to major in accounting and a computer related major like Computer Informational System, but recently I started hearing about...

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Esther Nov 12, 2016 3214 views

Does one bad grade like a 80 on my transcript affect my chances with top tier colleges?

I have been freaking out lately due to the constant drop in my AP US History quiz grades. Except for this class, I have excelled in my other classes. Additionally, I have never gotten a grade below 90 before and my overachieving mind hopes to find some reassurance from college counselors and...

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Hashir Nov 10, 2016 2114 views

Private Loans vs. Federal Loans. What are the pros and cons?

From what I can understand there are many types of loans for undergraduate or graduate school. Can anyone explain why I should choose a federal loan over a private loan or vice versa? #college #finance #financial-services #student-loans #federal-government #fafsa

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Shamya Nov 09, 2016 1587 views

What classes are the best classes to take in college if i want to own my own dance school?

I am a dancer and I've been dancing since age 4. I love dance and i love children. I feel that dancing is a positive way of expression. I live in Far Rockaway, Queens and not a lot of people have lots of money to pay for professional dance classes for there children so they don't introduce it...

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Shamya Nov 09, 2016 1191 views

What type of degree do you need to become a pediatrician and are there any courses i can take now to become more experience in that field?

I am a senior in high school and i want to take pre-med courses in college. I want to become a pediatrician because i love kids and i am passionate about helping children and being a big help to the world by a little part. I want to go into college knowing exactly or at least close to what my...

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Hashir Nov 03, 2016 1246 views

How important is your GPA when trying to get a job in your field?

If I'm trying to get a job in any field, does GPA matter or is having relevant experience more important? #college #job-search #experience #undergraduate #gpa

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Hashir Nov 03, 2016 1723 views

Should I major in theoretical mathematics or applied mathematics in undergraduate?

I've taken both theoretical and applied math courses, but I was wondering what the different prospects in terms of career paths there are from one versus the other? #career #career-path #mathematics #undergraduate #applied-mathematics #theoretical

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Esther Nov 02, 2016 15312 views

What are some good questions to ask a professional panel?

I have had the opportunity in the past to visit accounting firms and converse with accountants. However, I always found myself at a dead end with an inability to come up with good questions. I had a train of thought, but I could not put them into words. Now I want to get an idea of what would...

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Hashir Nov 02, 2016 1503 views

What are some good experiences to add when thinking about applying to medical school?

I'm trying to figure out what are the most important activities that will help me improve my candidacy for medical school. #medicine #graduate #research #medicine-school #volunteering #undergraduate #admissions #medcine

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Hashir Nov 02, 2016 2057 views

I have an upcoming interview at a medical school, how do you prepare for a one-on-one interview?

I have a one-on-one interview at a medical school coming up. Does anyone have any helpful tips on what to prepare for and how to approach the interview.

For reference: I have a masters degree in biomedical sciences and a bachelors degree in mathematics. #medicine -school #interview

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Hashir Nov 02, 2016 1156 views

How to interview at a medical school? (MMI)

I have an upcoming interview at a medical school that hold their interviews by a Multiple-Mini-Interview style. Can anyone give a way to prepare for a MMI? I have read up on it, but was wondering if anyone has any personal anecdotes on how it went for them and if they would do anything...

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Hashir Nov 02, 2016 1557 views

How would I go about getting an entry level clinical research position?

I am looking for an entry level research position that will further strengthen my application to medical school. The only experience I have in research is community health research, but I am trying to find something more clinical or even lab related. Since I am lacking in experience how can I...

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Bianca Oct 31, 2016 1419 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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JAZMYN Oct 31, 2016 1118 views

How does one develop and execute their own Private Practice as an Obstetrician?

Thinking whether or not to develop my own private practice or be affiliated with an accredited hospital. #medicine #ob-gyn

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JAZMYN Oct 31, 2016 999 views

Is it possible for an OB-GYN not to become attached or effected by still born births? If so, how?

I am focusing on this area of expertise however I am aware of potential emotional events that way happen within my career as an Obstetrician. #ob-gyn #medicine #career-counseling #hospital-and-health-care

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Ese Oct 29, 2016 1860 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 1610 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 1044 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 1046 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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Danish Oct 27, 2016 1401 views

In a College/ University, how do people take notes efficiently

I'm only in high school but i still know a little bit about how to take notes for college. My question was about how professors act about people saying to wait on a slide or to repeat an idea so they can copy it down? Are those two notions even a thing in college? I just want to be an efficient...

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Danish Oct 27, 2016 3610 views

How much Math does really play into being a robotics engineer?

I love the engineering field, but I am not good at any of the math part that comes into play. I know that I am only in Highschool, and the fact being that my mindset of math is just to plug and play formulas. I don't want to think about it, just get it done. If I was to become a robotics...

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DION Oct 27, 2016 1155 views

How to start looking for Internships?

I'm in college and I want to get some research under my experience. #college #communications #economics

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Esther Oct 25, 2016 1000 views

What are some techniques/advice I can use to promote myself even more during a job interview?

I have just landed a job interview for a position as a secretary, but I lack the past office job experiences that they prefer. In the past, I have mainly worked as a camp counselor as well as volunteered at a couple of shelters. Are there any techniques or just advice that can help me make...

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Esther Oct 25, 2016 1829 views

During what year of college should I start looking for internships?

I am currently a freshman in college and almost every week my inbox would be filled with emails concerning job fairs, company presentations, and other possible career opportunities. I do not want to stress myself out, but the massive emails are getting me anxious and worried over my progress....

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Taylor Oct 25, 2016 1320 views

Is a degree in law essential to succeeding in the field of forensic pathology?

I am seeking a possible future as a forensic pathologist, and before I begin college next year, I need a plan. #medicine #lawyer #pathologist

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Rebecca Oct 24, 2016 1284 views

How does the gender gap effect productivity in the work force?

As a woman of color, I am concerned about being marginalized in the workplace. #scientists

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Andrea Oct 23, 2016 927 views

If your residency consists of pediatric neurology, do you still have to go through fellowship?

I was wondering if I go through 7 years of pediatric neurology residency would I still have to do a fellowship that specializes in pediatrics? #doctor #dentistry #medicine #pediatrics #hospital-and-health-care

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Leriz Oct 22, 2016 2698 views

What is it like to be a cardiothoracic surgeon? What is you daily life like? Does your job interfere with your personal life? What are some setbacks in becoming a surgeon?

I don't know much about cardiothoracic surgeons and I want to get an idea about their daily life. #medicine #science #surgery #cardiac-surgeon

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Leriz Oct 22, 2016 1897 views

What are some requirements to become a surgeon? What kind of classes should I take in high school in order to achieve my goal?

I want to know how to achieve my goal to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. #medicine #science #surgery #cardiac-surgeon

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Leriz Oct 22, 2016 1568 views

What kind of major should you choose if you want to be a surgeon?

I want to be a cardiothoracic surgeon someday. #medicine #science #cardiac-surgeon #cardiothoracic

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fatema Oct 21, 2016 2433 views

Can I major in Public Relations while also following the pre-med track to become a doctor

I am currently a senior and I'm in the process of deciding my major for college. I definitely know that I would like to become a doctor, so following the Pre-Med track is a given but what I've come to realize is that I also enjoy Public relations. So, my question is can I major in public...

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Esther Oct 15, 2016 3853 views

What must an elevator pitch consist of?

Interviews are coming up soon and every one of my professor emphasized on the question: Tell me a little about yourself. This is where the elevator pitch comes in, but I cannot decide what information is significant enough to be included and what is not. What tips do you have for the elevator...

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Esther Oct 14, 2016 1279 views

Honor Programs, are they important to employers?

I am an accounting major that is and have attended multiple networking clubs and events. One of the professor of an event said that I should join as much honor programs as possible. He suggested to join the accounting honor society as well as the accounting & taxation honor program at my...

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Esther Oct 14, 2016 1655 views

Should I go to a school that does not offer my major?

Since high school my dream colleges have been mainly schools like Tufts University and Brandeis University. I have visited both colleges and found their diversity, size, and culture to be desirable. The only hindrance is that all these liberal and research based colleges does not have my major,...

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Mitchell Oct 01, 2016 1167 views

Is there any difference between a university and a college?

I never knew the answer to this question. However, if there is a difference, I think a university would just mean having a bigger population and a college would be smaller? In other words, a university will obviously have more students and a college will have less. This is just something that...

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