Kailua, Hawaii
If I get accepted into a low acceptance school should I go?
#college-admissions #college-advice
My friend would like to go to and out-of-state college but her mother is worried about her safety. Is there any advice you could give that would help convince her mother to let her pursue an out-of-state school?
My friend also faces financial problems. Her mother has low-income and her father is out of the picture for various reasons. The father has been in trouble with the law and there is currently a restraining order against him from the family. He has never felt the need to provide the family with...
I would like to major in Elementary Education but I do not know how I can make that work towards my needed income. Do you have advice on how I can pursue this career while being able to survive on that income?
I have wanted to major in Elementary Education ever since I was in elementary school. Teaching has always been a dream of mine and I do not want to give it up because of low income. My family's financial situation is not the best and I am one of four siblings that is planning to attend...
What is the biggest difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy?
#clinical-research #career
What are the basic science credits needed to be prepared for a sports science major?
#choosing-a-major #sports-science
College Scholarships
Hi! My mom is a single parent who's had to take care of me since I was seven years old with the help of her family. She is also a soldier in the US Army, so I was wondering if there are certain scholarships for military dependents and if so what are they? #highschool #collegeapplications...
Being Attractive to Colleges
Hi! I'm currently a junior in high school and I am worried that colleges won't find me a worthy candidate based on the fact that I don't volunteer much and that I am not in a lot of clubs. What should I do? Should I even worry? Is this a big factor in college admissions? #high-school...
What is the best way to get financial aid?
I'm asking this question because I am looking for the best ways to pay for my college degree and want to maximize my time and effort when applying to scholarships. #scholarships #financial-aid
Is a college degree in aviation preferred over an independent private pilot license?
I'm curious because I'm applying to colleges at this time in my life and want to be able to make the most informed decision possible when choosing what school or program to pursue. #future #college-advice
How do you know the difference between risk taking and making rash decisions when choosing a college?
When looking at my college options, I understand that I have big dreams. I want to be a successful political journalist who attends a serious and respectable school. Looking back, I don't want to regret not pursuing oppurtunities and not taking risks. However, now I am in a cross road. Do I...
Are you bound to a future of low income if your current financial situation limits your college options?
Growing up, I was the daughter of a single mother. Our financial situation could be classified as the grey area between poverty and lower middle class. Now, as I embark onto University life, my parents cannot financially support me. This leaves me choosing between community college and in state...
Should I pursue the science of economics if I'm not interested in business?
I'm not going to college to become a businessperson or investor or suchlike, but the science of #economics fascinates me. Are there enough opportunities for people in this area that getting a degree in economics isn't a silly idea for me? #business
What can I expect as a future marketing major?
In college, I plan to major in marketing and though I do currently take a marketing class in high school, I don't know what to expect spending 4 years focusing on one major.
#career #marketing #college
What are people willing to go through and sacrifice in order to achieve their future goals?
People usually only think of the end point of whatever goal they make. For example: Let's say Lisa wants to lose weight but all she is thinking about is what she'll look like after the weight loss, she isn't actually thinking about all the dieting and exercises she will need to do in order to...
What are some potential difficulties in becoming an air traffic controller?
I feel that ATC would be a perfect career for me, but I don't think that I completely understand the hardships, and difficulties that come along with the job. #aviation #air-traffic-control
Are there any good colleges for aviation in O'ahu?
I'm interested in air traffic control, and would like a good education without having to leave home. #aviation #oahu #college
How can we make college cheaper in the future?
Although we may be forced to pay ridiculous amounts to provide ourselves with an education, I hope that future generations won't have to do the same. #education #cost #higher-education #financial-aid #college
What major do medical school admission officers tend to be more interested in?
I am an aspiring orthopedic surgeon and choosing my major has always been an issue for me. At first, I planned to major in biology, but considering that it is a more broad aspect of science, I had doubts. Now, I am thinking of majoring in biochemistry because it focuses more on the molecular...
How many job opportunities are there for an individual majoring in digital arts?
I plan on pursuing a digital arts major when I apply for college and I was wondering what job opportunities I would have after college.
#art
Is there such thing as a stable art career?
My most emotionally invested passions include different artistic forms, such as theatre, acting, and visual arts. I'm contemplating pursuing one of these fields as a career, but have been warned that going to college and studying any of these for a major is financial suicide. There's never any...
Are professional head shots still very necessary, or could you take a selfie?
I feel that a nice selfie can be taken and show off your face just as well as a good selfie would. #actress #acting
Is an agent super necessary for booking acting jobs?
I understand that agents are very helpful in booking acting jobs, but they're also expensive. #actress
As a female headed into a Computer Science degree, would it be wise to try to be more assertive so my voice will be heard. My concern is I'm shy but I can grasp the computer tech field good. I want to be successful and respected for my knowledge.
In the Fall of 2016 I will be starting college, I will be an undergraduate in pursuit of a major in Computer Science (Bachelor of Science). I want any tips in how I can be a successful women in tech field. #science #computer #programming #networking #bachelor #succession-planning
What kind of qualities must a student have in order to get into a college that majors in medicine?
I want to know what colleges out there will help me in my journey towards being a doctor. I want to know what type of people they need and where I will fit in to help. I also want to find the right college for me. #doctor #medicine #graduate
What is the starting salary of a registered nurse?
I am planning to graduate with a BSN in nursing and planning to get my masters. I want to be employed when I graduate and I was wondering what the starting salary would be when I first get a job as a official registered nurse. #nurse #registered-nurses #financial-planning
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