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As new generations are emerging, should attending college still be consider as important as it used to be when many millionaires and billionaires contradict the need for a formal education? Many students believed so as the evidence of others succeed without formal education just from entrepreneurship instead of attending pointless classes led to such success today.
"Many of the world's wealthiest individuals, including Bill Gates (Microsoft), Mark Zuckerberg (Facebook), Steve Jobs (Apple), and Michael Dell (Dell), famously dropped out of college to pursue business ventures. These entrepreneurs often prioritize hands-on experience and immediate market...
What are the different places you did your residency and/or fellowship and how did it better prepare you for your Medical Examiner Certification ?
I'm currently a college freshman who wants to be a forensic pathologist. I understand that you don't always get residency in your direct field, so I would like to know some close options that would benefit me and better my knowledge for my career.
Is the process of going to college, med school, residency, etc., worth it, or is a safer career option a better decision financially?
I am a High School Senior, and have always wanted to be a doctor. I am struggling to decide between my state school (UMD), which is much cheaper, and UNC. At UMD, I would study engineering, giving up on my dream of becoming a doctor, while at UNC I would study biology on a pre-med track. #Spring25
What criteria should be considered when planning a semester abroad during undergraduate?
I'm an incoming freshman but I've been told that to study abroad, my plan must have a solid foundation by the end of my first school year.
What are the best strategies for succeeding in a real estate career?
I am planning to go to college for a degree in Business Management and minor in Education. I am a high school senior now but would like to start getting my real estate license while in college. Also, when getting my real estate license my goal is to one day own my own firm.
If I were to design my long-term career path from the ground up, what combination of skills, roles, and environments would best position me for both professional growth and meaningful impact?
I am a college freshman majoring in Business Administration with a specialization in technology. I enjoy working independently and tend to do well in roles that involve problem-solving and analytical thinking. Although my academic focus is in technology and business, I also have a strong...
What is the best way to increase my chances of getting a good job right after college?
Entering the job market is intimidating for me. I know it’ll be difficult right out of college, but I hope to get a high paying job I enjoy without being too stressed trying to get hired.
What is the best way to search for college scholarships to help pay for school?
I am a senior in high school, and looking to attend a 4 year college. I am looking for the best way to find resources to pay for college.
What should I consider now to become successful later? #Spring26
I'm a 17 year old student trying to figure out my future. I've been thinking about becoming a nurse because I have a passion of helping people. I then want to continue evolving and reach my goal in becoming a labor and delivery nurse.
#college #nursing #college-major
Will I enjoy my career as a criminal psychologist and will I maintain the friendships that I currently have? #Spring26?
Will I enjoy my career and if I’ll maintain the friendships that I currently have. #Spring26
Passing PreCalculus College Math?
I will soon be attending Anne Arundel Community College, pursuing an associates in biology. Unfortunately, I am unable to start my science classes due to my math placement, so i'm instructed to take additional math. As someone that isn't well versed in math, how could I best be prepared to pass...
How can I combine my love for art and accounting? #Spring26
I plan to pursue a degree in accounting and would like to incorporate my love for art with it.
What are some less common careers in the field of Biology??
Teacher, research, and Doctor are common careers. What else is out there?
What study tips should I use in College?
I am currently a senior in High school and in College, I am going to major in Nursing. I would like to find ways to study better, to get the most out of my coursework to better prepare myself for my future career as a Registered Nurse.
How do so many defense attorneys sleep at night and go on about their lives normally knowing that they are defending people who have committed horrible crimes ?
I am a 12th grader going on to be an attorney after college. I struggle with picking if I want to be a defense attorney or a prosecutor. I care greatly about mental health issues and including them in our legal system without a stigma. I am a huge advocate on ending gun violence in our schools.
What certificates should I get in order to be successful in cybersecurity?
I've gained an interest in cybersecurity, but I don't know what would make me appealing when applying for jobs and internships. What should I work towards getting and learning to develop and show my skills?
How have you guys managed to graduate from college debt-free?
I'd love all solutions! I've tried scholarships and an appeal. How many scholarships is a good amount to apply for, and what localized ones (DMV) are good to try out?
What was the most important thing you learned about yourself in college and how did it shape your career choices?
I'm a nontraditional student that's transferring from a 2-year to a 4-year school this fall. I know academics are important but I've also seen a lot of growth in myself. I've learned a lot about how I am as a person and want to learn from others' experiences.
what do I need to know for starting a business?
how can I make my first pot of gold as a 10 grader?
Will Artificial Intelligence take the place of jobs in IT?
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly growing every year. THE BIG QUESTION, "Will it take place of people's jobs?" I am curious to here your thoughts and knowledge on whether you think AI will take the place of jobs in IT.
What coding language would you recommend someone to learn in 2025 according to job availability, salary, learning curve, and the amount of things that can be made with given language?
I am a 15 year old high school student in the state of MD, and I have 2 and 1/2 years of experience of coding with LUA, used by a gaming engine called "Roblox Studio". Eventually I plan to widen my knowledge in programming, and I want to know what languages are in high demand in IT, and what...
What is the most crucial skill or area of knowledge a student should focus on right now to become a successful Hardware Engineer?
I am currently a student in high school and I am wondering what I need to study now to become succsessful later.
What's the one skill you learn in engineering that's so awesome it guarantees you won't get fired by a robot and helps you become the boss faster than everyone else?
What are the earning expectations for entry-level engineers?
What colleges are best for getting into the technology field, especially software development?
I'm currently a 10th grader in a dual enrollment program for computer science looking to get into software development. I have very little experience with programming outside of what was needed for class, like very basic use of the windows command prompt and Ubuntu. I would appreciate it if I'm...
What HBCU's should I look at for the high quality education in the Aviation field? Should I go to college and flight school or just go to flight school?
My overall carrer goal is to become an airline pilot for airlines like JetBlue or Aircanada, But I also want to go to college to experience an HBCU and the college experience itself. What HBCU's have the highest quality of education in their aviation degree programs. I would like to know so...
What factors are used in hiring for I.T. related jobs in the U.S.?
What kind of skills do they look for and or want for hiring in there
How can I build a portfolio in high school to get into IT?
I am already in a dual enrollment program taking IT classes, which I am aware is a very big step. However, I would like to know if there's any other things I could be doing to increase my chances of getting an IT position somewhere. I would like to try and be as desirable as possible as an...
What's the hardest part of being a forensic pathologist that people don't expect?
How do you maintain work–life balance in such a demanding and emotionally heavy field? What can I start doing now to prepare for this career? What are the biggest challenges?
What step do you need to take to become a Software Developer?
What organizations do most software developers go through when first starting out and why?
What kind of robotics are the easiest to start of with in order to get familier with it Is there some kinds of specific field that can help me get prepared for robotics once I get into college??
More specifically, Is there some sites, people, or places I can go to learn more about robotics? I want to be able to study more about robotics while I'm in high school so I'll be ready.
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