Monrovia, Maryland
What kind of supports are available to help incoming college freshmen prepare themselves academically and socially to transfer to a more prestigious university? #Spring26
Specific contacts, books/websites, etc.
Anything helps! Just looking to get started, hoping someone out there will have some more information on this topic.
#Spring26
Do you think the major computer engineering is still useful in this current job market & climate?
I'm unsure whether I should continue pursuing that major or choosing another? If you think I should choose another, which would you recommend?
Computer Science Degree and Social Life
What was the hardest part of balancing a computer science degree with social life and other out of classroom daily events.
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
How do you know which clinical opportunities are best for medical school applications and how do you find these opportunities?
I am going into my freshman year of college
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.
How can aspiring visual artists or animators build a sustainable career and maintain originality as AI becomes more influential in the creative industry, and what skills should they focus on to stay competitive?
I’m a student interested in pursuing a major in visual arts or animation. I enjoy drawing and creative storytelling, and I’m considering a future career in the animation or digital art industry. However, I’ve been seeing a lot of discussion about how AI is starting to impact creative fields,...
How do you find out what you will major in? What are the advantages of going to college as undecided as an incoming college freshman
What are the risks you need to take to dual or even triple major. I am going to college undecided and I have a wide range of interests and I am really overwhelmed by what the future holds. I am passionate about math and biology; however, I really don't know how to utilize my likes into an...
How do you know what the right path for you is?
I am about to graduate from my BA and will soon pursue my MA in Forensic Psychology, but there are so many paths I could choose, and I don't know how to choose which path is the best for me. Additionally, I have always been very passionate, active, and vocal about criminal justice reform, but...
How should I determine my double major/minor as a prospective Government major??
As a prospective government major at William and Mary, would it be wise to include a major or a minor in business? My thoughts were that an additional focus in a slightly more technical field would make me more competitive and add job security, and I would love some additional insight into...
By pursuing a career as an attorney, what morals or principles might I have to adapt or compromise on, to competently provide legal services?
By pursuing a career as an attorney, what morals or principles might I have to adapt or compromise on, to competently provide legal services?
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 does a day in the life of an information systems management role look like and what are the best and hardest parts of your job?
Looking for any information and advice for someone entering the information systems management field.
What is the process like to become an elementary school teacher?
Hello! I am in school as an elementary education major & I was wondering what the process is like after graduating college to become a teacher? Do I have to student teach before becoming an actual teacher?
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.
How to let colleges know that I am avaliable and eligible?
I am in grade nine wanting to know what colleges or universities look for in students.
What classes should I take 11th grade year?
I want to be a pediatrician, and I attend a IB school.
what do I need to know for starting a business?
how can I make my first pot of gold as a 10 grader?
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 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.
What are the different career paths in interior design, and how do factors like specialization, licensing, and experience affect job opportunities and earning potential?
I want to ask this question because I’m interested in pursuing a career in interior design, but I’m not sure which path would be the best fit for me. I want to learn how different specializations and licensing requirements can affect the types of jobs available and potential earnings. So if I...
How long does it really take to become a PC Build Technician?
In the future I want to build computers and resell them to make a business, But I need to know what I have to do first to begin, could you give me some advice.
What is the most important skill someone needs to be a forensic pathologist?
What specific education is required? How much is the typical salary range?
What education or certifications do you need to become an interior designer?
I want to change my career I enjoy decoration my room and decorating everything so how could I achieve that goal.
How much education or training do you need to start a career in graphic design?
I am a 10th grader at Largo and I want to be a graphic designer but I wonder how much training I would need in order to be able to do graphic designer as my career.
What is one piece of advice for a first generation college student?
I am going to be a freshman next fall, and neither of my parents when to college. I feel like I don't really know what to expect next year, and I want to start of the fall semester on a good note.
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