Houston, Texas
Is it worse to fail at something or never attempt it in the first place?
I'm asking this because I was afraid to attend college at first because I didn't think I'd be able to go through with it. #college #confused
What are good scholarships for people going out of state?
I want to go to a college out of state
#outofstate
#college
To become a wildlife veterinarian, would I need to study both Veterinary science and wildlife management or can I just study zoology
I am unsure what to study as my major #veterinary #wildlife
Chemistry to Pre-Medicine Track
Hi, I'm currently wanting to become a Chemistry major and apply for medical school. What are some advice that you can give me pertaining to what classes I should be taking, study materials (such as books, internet sources, etc.), and internship opportunities? Please let me know what your...
Is it true that California colleges are not allowed to offer aid to out-of-state students?
They did not offer me anything but loans and that was their explanation. #veterinary #financial-aid #scholarships #college
What are easy ways to take notes while in lectures?
I am the type to just write everything down, but it doesn't really help. Should I use a laptop to type notes or continue writing them? I heard color coding helps, but I'm not sure if it takes up a lot of time.
#notes #study #studying #studying-tips #studies
Whats a good path for me to follow while trying to find what I want to major in?
I'm asking because I want to find a good way for me to know what I want to do.
#confused #college-major #career-choice #college
What kind of program should i do to display my skills to colleges?
I want to know some projects I should complete to show to colleges my skills.
#computer-science #college-admissions
My university offers a five year Master's program for Education Majors, should I complete a fifth year for my masters or should I go straight into full time teaching?
I want to teach Middle School English until I can learn more than three languages. I do not plan to teach for more than 8 years, but things may change the further I get into my major (as I am a first year student). I would like to know the significance of a Master's Degree in the field of...
How will I pay for college?
What are the different paths I can take to pay it off? How do student loans work?
#college #finance
Is it better to get a 2 year degree at a community college or a university?
I want to major in Sonography, which is a degree that can be earned in 2 years. Would it be better to study my major at a community college where I can save money, or study at a university. #sonography #ultrasound #medicine #college-advice
What are the best schools in Texas for Sonography?
I've been attempting to find schools in Texas that offer a degree on Sonography on campus, but all the schools that are being referred to me are online schools. #sonography #ultrasound #medicine #medical-school #college-
What does the job of a computer systems analyst entail?
I would like to get a more detailed description of what it means to be a systems analyst. Is it feasible to work as a freelance contractor? What industries/Offices can you work in? What are examples of the systems to be analyzed? Does it require/involve proficient knowledge of programming...
I have a passion for technology ,but i don't really know which path i should take ?
I find myself stuck not knowing what should i study. Im 24yr old i work for a beauty product distribution company, I have a passion for technology but at the same time i want to study something that will give me the opportunity to start up my business. I dont know which path i should take...
what is the best career aptitude test?
i am currently a pharmacy technician, but i feel i should either be ing something more or something different. #none
What are the common programs(Spring, Hibernate, MySQL) that you have found most jobs use in conjunction with Java or C++/C# Programming?
Many jobs that require a coding language also request the knowledge of certain other programs as well, so seeking out what those programs are is important when those programs are not typically part of a Computer Science degree. #computer_science
How do I get experience towards being a Therapist/counseling with only a BA in Psychology?!
I'm saving money for graduate school, I'm about to get my BA this 2017 Spring and I can't find any experience towards my field of study being a licensed professional counselor. #therapy #therapists #counseling-psychology #mental-health-counseling #family-therapy
Does being a research university actually hurt the quality of a university?
Wouldn't this mean the professors are more focused on their research then teaching? #college #research
How many times do you think is acceptable to change your major?
I have already changed my major 2 times and am still not sure of it is where i want to stay. #college #college-major
What is the best foreign language to learn in college?
I know a lot of companies are looking for dual language graduates; which would be the most worthwhile to learn? #college #jobs #foreign-languages
How can you're college help you get a job?
I've been told that you're more or less gaurenteed a job once graduating. How can one use their schools resources to actually make this happen? #college
What is the difference between sales and marketing?
Looking for jobs I see both of these terms used constantly, but is there actually a difference? #marketing #sales
Where is the best place to get marketing experience before an internship?
Having trouble finding an internship because I lack experience. #marketing #internships
How can you find out where the best grad schools are?
I am wanting to further my education after I graduate, but I'm not sure where. #college #graduate-school
Computer Science Vs Civil Engineering
Hello, I change my mind about every ten minutes, please help. I like both Computer Science and Civil Engineering, I am 36 years old, just finished my first Year at Houston Community College in Associates of Science and will going in to my second year this coming semester, I want to transfer at...
Does having another language under your belt help you become more competitive in job hunting?
I am currently studying another language and wanted to know if it really makes a difference when searching for a future career. #foreign-languages #language-skills
How do I become an actuary?
I want to major in statistics to become an actuary, but I don't know what steps to take to get towards that goal. #actuarial-science #actuary
What can I do with a Mathematics Major besides teaching?
I was wondering if I should major in mathematics, but I would not like to become a teacher or professor. #teacher #mathematics #choosing-a-major
What kinds of jobs could you do if you major in computer engineering?
I am trying to decide between computer engineering and computer science. What's the difference? #computer-science #computer-programming
What is your biggest advice for aspiring entrepreneurs?
As a future entrepreneur, I crave for advice by the experts! #business #engineering #entrepreneurship #architecture #small-business
Do you really like your job? If so, why do you and is it your true calling card? If not, why not and can you do something about it?
I'm a high school senior and my sophomore year I went to a business company and I asked the employees if they liked their jobs and if it made them happy. Not, surprisingly, some said no. What I found more puzzling was the reason that although they did not like their jobs they still kept on...
How long do engineers go to school for?
I am interested in knowing because I intend to become one. #engineering
What do mechanical engineers do?
I am asking because I am interested in persuing that career. #engineering #mechanical-engineering
What are all the requirements to become a Forensic Pathologist?
I want to become a Forensic Pathologist #forensic #pathologist
To become a Forensic Pathologist, What must I major in?
I want to become a Forensic Pathologist. #forensic #pathologist #pathology #forensics
Whats a good major in college for someone like me who wants to go into the baking and pastries life?
confused confused confused #college #college-majors #cooking #baking #pastry
A day in life in baking and pastries
I'm interested in this career path! #cooking #culinary #baking #cooking-and-baking #pastry-chef #pastry
Which has the most benefits a nurse practioner or a physician assistant?
I am interested in majoring in medicine, and i am stuck between choosing my profession as a nurse practitioner or a physician assistant. #medicine #doctors #professions
Should I go for a B.A. or B.S. in psychology?
I would like to be a clinical psychologist but I'm not sure which degree would be best for me. #psychology #clinical-psychology
Is it bad to change your majors even if it lands in the same category?
I want to study in the medical field. Anything from technician to nursing. What if I choose to go with nursing in a 4 year college but then regret it and change to sonography or X-ray technology? Is that possible? If so , is that okay? #nursing #college-major #technology #sonography
What does it take to be a pediatric nurse?
I want to be a nurse, I love kids and infants, but what does it take to become a pediatric nurse? Do I have to be an RN? #nursing #registered-nurses #pediatrics #pediatric-nursing
Is X-ray technician/ ultrasound tech a good career?
I've been thinking about two careers. Ultrasound tech and nursing. I mostly think of going towards nursing but I also want to do ultrasounds, which career is better? #nursing #medical-sonography #radiological-technician #sonography #x-rays
STEM is very broad coterie of majors, in particular, what qualities pertain to a person interested in STEM?
I know that I am extremely interested in math and science, but I'm not quite sure what I want to major in. #graduate-school #stem
On a scale of 1 to 10, how important are your SAT & ACT scores in determining admission into college?
I am a high school student (junior) and I attend a school based on engineering. Although I am a straight A's student and am involved in my community and school, I am a bit worried about my test scores. #graduates
Is nursing school anything like the real world?
I'm currently studying for an entrance test for UTMB's school of nursing, and I'm very interested in knowing what to expect after school. I dropped out of school for a while and now I'm certain that I want to go back to school to pursue a degree in nursing. #nurse #registered-nurses...
What's it like to be a male nurse in a field where women predominate?
I'm considering to start nursing school by fall 2017 and I'm really interested in knowing what challenges I could be facing after graduation. I love helping people; therefore, I think this career path is a good choice for me. I love being challenge on an everyday basis and I can't wait to...
What is the average work schedule for someone within the engineering field?
I am curious about how much time I would spend working and what time I will have left to spend with my family. #engineering
Is it better to gain a degree that is non-specific such as Chemical Engineering rather than a specialized degree such as Petroleum Engineering?
I am curious whether if it is in my best interest to leave my options open when obtaining a degree so I have more options when obtaining a career or gain a specific degree for a career. #chemical-engineering #petroleum-engineering #petroleum-industry
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