Minooka, Illinois

I am currently an accounting major and hate it. Business related classes like economics, finance, etc., are so boring to me but I chose this major for job security. I've been thinking about switching to a BA in Criminology but I'm worried about the job outlook since many do not earn a decent...

I already have 30 shadowing hours under my belt, going into freshman year, and will continue shadowing. Besides shadowing, I do jiu-jitsu, and I know that doing meaningful things in the summer could help differentiate me in the future.

Pages, story line, and most importantly find an illustrator for the picture book

I got accepted into an engineering program recently and was wondering what to focus on as I go through this pathway to earn my engineering degree.

I am a high school senior preparing to start college in the Fall of 2026. I am majoring in biomedical engineering, but I really enjoy participating in extracurricular activities. Thank you.

I know I want to do something with medicine; however, not sure what major to pick. I have various interests and I'm a bit confused as to what major to select. Is it possible to do a double major without burning myself up if I also want to be involved with school clubs/organizations?

What advice would you give your past self starting Graduate School for the first time? I'm about to start my SLP master's program and would really appreciate some guiding advice or pointers!

I have taken a few AP tests and are going to take some more this AP season, however, I was told that some classes that I have received the test for I should take in college. Most specifically AP Biology. I received a 4 on this test, so I have an above average level of knowledge on the topic,...

I am from Elmhurst IL, and I have been playing piano for 10 years now. I plan on attending Northwestern University next year.

I'm an incoming college freshman planning on majoring in accounting, and I was wondering what information or sources are used to prepare for interviews for internships or work?

I am a will attend art school in the fall and I would like to plan ahead for possible internships and freelance work throughout the year to pay for college. #Spring2026

I want to be a director, but I know no production company will hire me, and I don't have money to produce my own films.

I'm a senior in college but, I have no work experience. Work study isn't available for me, and I have nothing to show for in my portfolio/resume. I am majoring in cinematography.

Using connections to get to your dream job? Maybe working your way up to dream job? Job searching?

I am curious as to what everyone's experience is on writing a thesis? What all is involved in writing a thesis? Does it involve a full research paper approved by the IRB?

I have applied to countless scholarships and reached out to my financial aid office about financial assistance for my tuition, but haven't actually received any money from either of these methods. What else can I do to make college realistically affordable to me, without being in debt for the...

I am currently a High School senior preparing to leave home for college in fall of 2026. I am moving 5 states away I don't know any people in that state does anyone have any tips on how to meet people, being so far away from home?

I have struggled with finding different studying tools annd methods that help me retain information. Any advise will help!

How did you know you wanted to be a nurse as someone who has no medical experience and is a first generation?

I have felt really discouraged about coming to college and I am scared I will dislike it and not enjoy myself at all. I want higher education, but want to enjoy my 4 years there. There hasn't been anything that has helped, but maybe someone can give me some advice. Thank you!

When faced with hard tasks that make you want to quit, what helps keep you up and motivated to keep trying?

I'm an 18-year-old high school senior graduating this year in May. I've been taking law, psychology, and business classes for the past 4 years, so I've decided to double major in psychology and business management in college. Eventually, I'd like to become an attorney and maybe even open up my...

I just want to know if it is fairly common for people to get into college and then decide that what they had previously chosen is not what they would like to do anymore?

What advise would you give an incoming freshman to help juggle classes, playing and training for my sport and living on my own for the first time? I plan to excel in my classes and maintain top grades as well as performing to the best of my ability in my sport - I am hard working and...

How much college and training should I try to do before I start testing to become one? Is policing a good career path?
#Spring26

I want to stay close to home or even commute. Although, one of the colleges doesn’t accept some of my ACP credits so that is making it hard to choose.

I’m passionate about pursuing a career in sports media and using my voice to create content that informs and connects with people. I understand that the industry is highly competitive and constantly evolving, especially with the rise of social media and digital platforms. I don’t just want to...

Mechanical Engineers have a wide variety of fields to go into but more popularly in the automotive industry. What in a regular day in the life what do mechanical engineers do to contribute to companies' projects or research?

How can I build a resume as a tenth grader who is interested in fashion, culinary arts, BFA/toy design, pet appearal designing, business, and sculpting?

I'm currently a high school senior, but can I start applying for engineering internships before I enter in college? #Spring26

Hi! I’m a high school senior planning to study astrophysics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I’m passionate about space research, programming, and science outreach, and I’ve been involved in community service, teaching, and school leadership. I’m looking for advice on how to...

I have a lot of passions and don't know how to turn them into a career or hobby.

I currently train in MMA, wrestling, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and I plan to continue jiu-jitsu in college. Outside of sports, though, I haven’t really developed many other hobbies beyond playing video games.

I am an International student who has recently moved from a different country and don't know if there is a specific format to answer short-essay questions in summer programs. Is there a specific technique that recruiters look for when they look over short-essay questions?

I am leaning toward taking it all four years and reaching either Spanish 4 or AP Spanish because when I become a doctor, it would be useful for me to communicate with my patients. On the other hand, if I dropped Spanish after my sophomore year, which would mean I would stop either Spanish 2-3,...

I know that I want to do this project in neuroscience. I would love to one day enter the Regeron STS. I recently started studying on my own about the brain, but there are so many things I need to learn and understand, so a mentor or internship where I will learn and perform lab experiments with...

In my school, U.S. History is a required course. Consequently, I could take this course over the summer, but it would not be AP. I am really passionate about learning about the brain, hence I would like to go into neurosurgery. For this reason, some medical classes I could take at my school...

How to pursue a career as a commercial artist/ art director?
What colleges would be best to apply to preferably staying within the Midwest?

As a kid, people always ask you what you want to do when you grow up and I have had many different answers for them. It has ranged from fashion, vet, business owner, translator, and therapist. How do you decide on one of them to do for the rest of your life?

As an incoming freshman, enrolling in university next year, after deciding your major, how many times did you rethink and say to yourself, "is this truly what I want to do for the rest of my life?"

Financial aid's a broad term that covers scholarships, loans, etc. I was wondering for example, Loyola gives you a 32k scholarship. Would that be all the money you recieve? Or later in the early spring, they look at whatever FASFA sends over?

#Fall25

Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...

I am in 12th grade hoping to major in biology next year on a pre-med track. I am interested in helping people, and hopefully traveling the world healing people once I become a doctor. I want to best prepare myself in college, so that I have high chances of being accepted into medical school.

I am currently a Senior at York Community High School in Elmhurst IL, I am interested in possibly going into healthcare but also business but am trying to figure out how I can integrate the two together, I want to make sure that the major I choose is something that I will enjoy for the rest of...

Is criminal justice and or political science a good major to prepare for law school? And if not what is the most important things to practice to prepare for law school?

Hey everyone! I’m a senior in highschool right now, and I will be going to college to study accounting and international business!
I have a question - what is the best way to study for finals and midterms in college?
#Fall25

looking for advice on brands of tools to use/avoid, dealerships that are good/bad, job positions, the do's and the dont's basically.

I am a sophomore in Purdue University studying Computer Engineering. I enjoy programming, creating circuits, and learning new things.

I'm a high school senior trying to swim through the pool of life. I have support but it all just seems overwhelming sometimes. What to do? Where to go? How to go? THE QUESTIONS ARE ENDLESS

I'm currently a senior in high school, and have intentions to major in mechanical engineering (BS). What are some internship or study abroad programs that I can take summer of 2026 before I start college that would help boost my skills, experience hands-on research and/or projects, and learn in...