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How do you balance career experience outside of school and schoolwork?
I work as a therapist while in graduate school for my PhD, but I find it difficult to balance my work, jobs, and family. I work so that I can decrease the student loans I am taking out, so I can't limit my hours.
Are there scholarships for summer courses and study abroad opportunities?
I’m a lower junior in college, I don’t have the highest gpa but I was wondering if there’s any additional scholarships other than Gilman and CIEE for study abroad extra funding. #spring25
How do I know what career is right for me? #Spring25
I am a person with many interest and am terrified of being bored and making the wrong decision. I love psychology and criminal justice but I can’t imagine myself in the careers it produces though. Most careers feel repetitive and i want something i could apply my knowledge in without doing the...
What is the best course of plan to get into the FBI?
I am going to University at Buffalo for my bachelor’s in Criminology. I just want to make sure I am not missing any essential things i need to be aware of. I am not sure what exactly in the FBI I want to be but the BAU interests me. I appreciate any advice. Thank you! #spring25
As someone interested in pursuing a career in cyber-security, I'm curious about what daily work actually looks like. Do cyber-security professionals typically work alone or as part of a team How are tasks usually assigned, do they involve long-term projects that last for months, or are there more short-term, fast-paced assignments? I’d like to understand what the workflow and collaboration style is like in this field. #Spring25?
I'm a senior in high school and planning to major in computer science or cybersecurity in college. I really enjoy math-related classes like Pre-Calculus, Algebra, and Robotics, and I’m good with technology. I also like programming, building robots, and playing video games in my free time. As...
What are the best ways to break into Public Relations or Corporate Communications as a college student with no formal internship experience yet, but strong leadership and customer service skills #Spring25?
I'm almost complete with my first year as a college student and I'm graduating early due to me coming into the year with credits from classes taken while in high school. I'm still exploring what I want to do but Communications has been looking appealing combined with Psychology.
How do I maintain healthy friendships in college Especially at a prestigious school where everyone knows one another??
Im a 12th grader entering college in a completely new state. How do I manage?
What steps should I take to build a strong resume as a freshman?
I'm a freshman in college majoring in Advertising and Marketing Communications, and I'm passionate about working in the fashion industry; specifically in PR and creative direction. My dream is to one day become a creative director for a fashion brand. I've worked before in other jobs, but I...
Are Private college names more respected than public state or city schools when it comes to applying for jobs?
I'm asking this as someone who is deciding between an affordable CUNY college, and an expensive private college.
What jobs can you get with a Biology Bachelors of Science ? What career paths include a bachelors in Biology ?
I am wondering what medical or scientific major is right for me to study.
What kind of jobs or careers can you get with a Psychology 4- year bachelors degree ?
I'm a high school senior who is interested in social and medical science degrees, and am currently looking into psychology. I'm trying ti figure out what field might be right for me.
What kind of part time jobs can I get as a college undergraduate in New York City with no previous experience?
I'm a current high school senior who needs the money to save for college, and am looking into possible part time, internships, or even summer jobs available, that I can work while studying my freshman year. Can anyone help? Thank you.
how is work-life balance as an aesthetic nurse in new york city ?
how is work-life balance as an aesthetic nurse in new york city?
Shadowing for Med School?
Hello! Does anyone know medical professionals who are open to being shadowed? Or rather, how did you guys start your shadowing process?
I'm a senior in High school, how do I choose a major when I don't know what career path I want to take yet?
I'm looking for ways to find out what I want to major in.
Through what specific college internships, courses and programs would help me to combine my love for law and journalism into a successful career, in other words, what career path would satisfy both the lawyer and the journalist in me? #Spring25?
Hi! Throughout high school, I have developed a strong admiration for both journalism and the legal field. As Editor in Chief of my school newspaper and Captain of the Moot Court and Mock Trial Competition team, I'm wondering what steps I can take to further myself in a career that contains...
How does one navigate pivoting into a new career sector that requires specialized skills? What methods should someone use to describe their transferable skills??
How does one navigate pivoting into a new career sector that requires specialized skills? What methods should someone use to describe their transferable skills?
How can I balance my workload while being on a sports team in college?
I am currently a student athlete in high school. I will be attending college in fall 2025 and plan on playing basketball in college. It's been a long time since I have had classes, so I'm not used to having to balance my workload while playing sports.
Will I get burnt out if I work 20 hours per week while going to school?
I'm wondering how feasible it is to both work and attend college.
What is the best way to network as an aspiring graphic designer?
Which organizations or events in NYC are best for meeting other designers?
Are thre any tips for graduates entering a difficult job market?
It's very challenging to get a job especially at the moment due to the current economic and political climate. How do students looking for jobs adapt to this?
What as an entering freshman do you wish you knew or a mistake you could go back in time to correct & as a marketing major why is it important to share with me ? #spring25
Just a 1st generation college bound student looking for helpful hints
What's one thing that you wish you knew before you started college?
I'm currently a high school senior and I'll be a freshman in college this Fall 2025! I've been trying to get advice about college to prepare myself, especially since I'll be moving away from home. It can be anything that comes to mind, whether it's academic, personal, social, etc. I'm just...
How can college skills be applied to everyday life?
The meaningful lessons taught in classrooms should really stick with people so I am wondering what is the best way to apply those lessons, even if they are simple, to my life.
I am thinking of majoring in medical laboratory sciences as a pre-dental major, so that I can get a job after college, and save money before dental school. Is this a good idea? #Spring 25?
12th grade, going to 4 year college in Fall 2025
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What is the most challenging part of being a forensic psychologist?
Hi I am a senior in highschool and I want to eventually become a forensic psychologist. I know a little but not a lot about the job. Anything that could be said about the amount of schooling involved or more details about what the job entails like workload, coping with certain things, or really...
When is the best time to take the MCAT ?
About to be a college undergraduate freshman, major choice- biology
How to stay on task with ADHD?
Studying has never been my forte, but as a soon-to-be college student I think I need to get a method down. Any tips or tricks that work for you?
Are jobs/internships more likely to accept students who have past experience that doesn't correlate to their major/career? #Spring25
- high school senior
- going into college known for COOPs
- i have job/internship experience (lifeguard & school placed horse farm internship)
- majoring in Computing and Law
How can I take notes efficiently during large lectures to retain key information without falling behind?
As a student going to a large university, I am worried about how I can retain information during lectures with 100+ people in it effectively.
What is good advice for beginning in sports management?#Spring25
#Spring25 Looking forward to beginning on the road to sports management with football or soccer organizations.
What salary should I expect as a Business Adminstrator major and marketing concentration in New York?
What salary should I expect as a Business Adminstrator major and marketing concentration in New York?
How do you get a scholarship set up?
I am a 56 year old Female going to college for the first time. Unfortunately, many people from my generation didn't get to go to College. We are now attempting it, however with a lifetime of bills, dependents, houses, etc., it would be lovely if there was a scholarship geared toward helping us...
Nurses, what advice do you have to someone deciding between Associates or Bachelors when going into nursing? #Spring25 ?
I am 34 and a single mom who is going back to school. I am thrilled and determined, looking forward to starting this September. I am currently trying to decide which direction to take for my degree and doing research on the differences. In your personal and professional opinion could you give...
I am planning to get into construction management and at a later point down the line, have my own company. I’m excited, but a little apprehensive as I have never started a business myself. What advice do you have for a college student who wishes to have his own construction business someday?
I am a college student who wishes to study construction management and eventually own my own company. I do not have prior experience with owning a business, and therefore, I am hoping to learn what I can do in college to help me become prepared for it. Any tips regarding skills to concentrate...
What can I do in college to help pursue and prepare myself for a career neuropsychology?
I'm starting college in Fall of 2025 and want to gain some insight on how I can set myself up to excel in neuropsychology- the profession I plan on going into. What extracurricular work/experience would be recommended to do so?
What kind of challenges come with working as a healthcare administrator?
I am an adult transfer, who has recently been accepted into school. As someone who's been both a patient and a caregiver for my father with Alzheimer's, I’ve seen how complex and emotionally demanding the healthcare system can be. These experiences have inspired me to pursue a career in...
What is the best way to manage a major and minor?
I am a freshman majoring in psychology and minoring in biology. Any tips on managing a major and minor where the workload is different?
What are some ways to help retain biology info?
I am a freshman psychology major looking to minor in biology. I am struggling in general biology 1 and looking for some more effective ways to study. Flash cards do not help.
What are some ways to stand out when applying for scholarships or internships?
How to find opportunities particularly as an ambitious high school senior transitioning into college and majoring in computer science.
What is the best approach to truly getting connected with other creatives and what is the most challenging part about being a creative director ?
I am currently an undergrad art student in NYC and I want to be a creative director or photographer. Looking for the best way to get my work out there and become recognized. As well as looking for gigs, work, events, etc.
Is finance a good field to make money in?
Is finance a good major to make some good money? How hard is it? Are there any exams or certifications you need to major in finance?
How would you handle NIL if you were coaching college basketball?
I am in 12th grade trying to become a coach after I graduate from school. I was talking about NIL with my family and wanted to know your thoughts on it.
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What program would you recommend if you want to go to school for your BSN in nursing, an in person, on hands with your instructor and peers or an asynchronous and/or hybrid program ?
Hello 👋 everyone, I’m hoping that any of my friends that have guided me in the past few months to please offer me your support and also would love support from new friends too! I know that the question I ask people would say it depends on the person, but, programs like this as with other...
What are some good “backup” career choices for someone who wants a career in either arts or game design?
What are some good “backup” career choices for someone who wants a career in either arts or game design
How do you find clarity in your career path when you're interested in everything, but don't know what will actually fulfill you long-term?
I am a rising sophomore studying bioengineering at Penn and I am unsure what field I would like go into, right now I want to try everything!
As a bilingual student, what are the benefits of pursuing a degree as a speech-language pathologist? How much is the pay compared to those who are monolingual? #Spring25
I will be entering grad school and I am thinking about my future.
How can I increase my chances in winning scholarships?
I recently got accepted into four colleges, the thing is I applied for FAFSA very late. Can I get some tips?
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