Morton Grove, 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.

Psychology

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

A person may have there reason on why they didn't perform well but it cannot fully determine a student eligibility for success.

We individual have other factors that we accomplish through our life.

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.

Are there challenges in information or at times consequences of perusing certain stories that are best to be avoided?

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.

Hi! I am currently in my second year of undergraduate studies, pursuing a degree in architecture. I would like to take some time between my undergraduate and graduate studies to travel and seek an internship. However, I'm wondering how long is too long to wait before starting graduate school....

I’m majoring in kinesiology but also interested in becoming a doctor.

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?

I will be majoring in Electrical Engineering in Purdue North West.

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!

graduating senior from Chicago State University, the only PBI in Illinois. Onward to Columbia in New York City for Graduate school, in American Studies!

This fall, I plan on majoring in both accounting and marketing. Although these fields are both business related, I feel that the workloads and material may be a lot to handle at once. Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

I am currently a high school senior preparing to enter college. I am interested in finance and accounting because I enjoy working with numbers and problem solving. I am interested in financial budgeting and analysis. I will be the first in my family to go to college, is there any advice as how...

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 know the market is awful in general right now, and that UX is much more competitive than it was just a few years ago, but is it still feasible to get entry-level work without freelancing? I majored in Computer Science and have completed a UX bootcamp, but still feel ill-prepared and insecure...

I am a high school senior about to graduate and move away from my home. My parents are very paranoid about me moving away and what I might need. Especially since they never had this experience. I also have never lived away from my family in any capacity so this is intimidating for me. I...

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?

What undergraduate major would you recommend that I focus on to give me an advantage with getting into law school? #Spring26

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'm going into my first year of college but I want to know how to make teaching more fun. I want to be a chill but a strict teacher while having fun with students. Any advice?

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...

Would you spend twice as much to go to a better school for engineering if you also like the campus a lot more? #Spring2026

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'm a non-traditional student currently in my last semester of nursing prerequisites. I took a big risk and left my job of 7 years to pursue a degree in healthcare. How do nursing students work during their programs while also getting good grades? #Spring26

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

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

I am a senior in High School Committed to Marquette University for nursing. I have taken 5 AP's over the course of my high school career and received a medical internship that introduced me to the medical field. I really enjoy my medical classes and love studying for them. However, I do...

I’m 25 currently finishing up my first year of college. The first time I went to college right after high school I wasn’t mentally prepared, but this time around I’m in a better mental space but I have more responsibilities.

What are some likely untapped resources at universities that could help connect me to opportunities off-campus, whether job opportunities or general community involvement? I am a music performance major looking for a way to get into the city and explore all of its vibrancy!

What is your best scholarship to apply for? I have applied to so many and have not had any success.

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...

I am a first-year in college looking to develop the necessary skills to prepare for internships in the clinical research and pharmaceutical industry. #Spring26

I hear a lot of animation majors drop out, and I plan to study animation, so I want to know what to prepare for.

The political climate of the world is progressively becoming more and more intimidating. As a college student, I have just started pursuing my future and I often find my friends losing motivation to continue their education since they feel the hostility going on around us that the feeling of...

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 am a sophomore in high school, I strive to become a neurosurgeon one day. I just don't know what path, nor the steps I should take to get there. I can't even figure out what scholarships or colleges would really help me out here. I am currently going into a CNA program so I would have some...

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...

I am a senior in high school going into the field astronomical engineering at IIT in Illinois. I was wondering if there is any chance other people can help me find entry level jobs to try to look out for, for after I graduate.

Hi! I’m currently a sophomore college student considering transferring, and I’ve been thinking a lot about how people talk about college as an “investment.” What I’m struggling with is that, unlike traditional investments, students don’t really get clear ROI projections before making huge...