Newark, Illinois
How to pursue a career as a commercial artist?
How to pursue a career as a commercial artist/ art director?
What colleges would be best to apply to preferably staying within the Midwest?
How does financial aid work?
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
Where can I find part-time accounting jobs while attending college?
I am currently an accounting major at Elgin Community College, and plan to transfer to a four-year college in Fall 2026. I have taken a few accounting courses and would like to gain work experience before I graduate.
What is good for law school?
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?
Best way to study for finals?
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
How can I better prepare myself for a career in the automotive field?
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.
If a problem arises while you work on a technical project, what are the first steps you take to solve the problem?
I am a sophomore in Purdue University studying Computer Engineering. I enjoy programming, creating circuits, and learning new things.
How do I decide on a major that may or may not directly influence my future career path? And after choosing, how then do I pick a school ?
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
How did you know what you wanted to do in college and keep having the motivation to go on with it again and find work with that major before graduating?
Highschool, Going to college
What is the best way that I could gain experience to become a sports analyst ?
internships, opportunities,
How do you balance personal fulfillment with your definition of success?
As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?
What is one piece of advice for someone currently studying to become a physician assistant?
I am currently a student in community college; I am transferring next fall to earn my bachelor's degree in health science or a related major. Please share your best pieces of advice that have helped you in either school or your career.
Why do colleges take forever to reply back about scholarships?
I have been applying for scholarships but they won’t give me an answer till January to March.
What advice do you give someone who feels perpetually stuck in an "undecided" state? #Fall25
career advice // future endeavors
What creates a man?
In what part does someone's life change where they grow and mature?
How do you engage a student who does not want to learn?
I am majoring in elementary education and have had experience observing in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms. What are some of the most effective ways to teach students who deliberately refuse to participate and engage in class?
How late can I decide what college I'm going to?
I want to do cheer in college and tryouts aren't till May most of the time. I don't want to decide on a school and not be able to cheer there.
Is there a specific route I should take if wanting to major in marketing but use it for the fashion industry?
I want to be able to use my love for fashion to help brands build their market and sell the clothing.
What is the difference college wise between being a Dentist and a Dental Hygienist?
I'm a sophomore in high school and I'm trying to look at all of my options. I want to know if there's a difference in the schooling. If I take the Dental Hygienist course, would I be able to take a year or two of college more, or is it a whole different thing? Any answers would be much appreciated.
What are peoples jobs like as anesthesiologists?
I'm trying to figure out what I want to do after high school, and I'm trying to learn a bit about some things that sound interesting to me. I'd heard about anesthesiology a bit, but I've honestly been a bit scared by it. I know they deal with high stress moments that need quick thinking. How...
I need help for my future?
I am in 7th grade, and I am trying to find what I want to do for my future job but I am unsure because there are many options! I like technology, designing things, and I also like building things kind of like engineering are there any things that could let me do all of those and that would also...
What are the entrance requirements for being a accountant
What are the requirements for be a accountant
How to choose a college ?
How should I choose a school if I want to go into veterinary medicine? And once there what classes should I take?
How can I start preparing for my career from now (I’m 15 years old)?
I love to draw, I’m still confused about my career path
How is the symbolic systems major at Stanford?
I'm interested in applying as an undergraduate for the symbolic systems major and would love more insight into how it is and job prospects.
Does cost or experience matter more when choosing a college?
Right now I have hard choice between two colleges. One college is more prestigious in the area I am studying in, and I've been accepted into multiple honors programs, but it's not offering me any scholarships. The second college gave me a large scholarship, it's a private university. Overall,...
Medical School Applications?
How do I know which medical schools to apply to? Also when should I start looking into which medical schools I am interested in attending? The topic of medical school has been coming up since I'm about to start my undergrad #Spring25.
When is a good time to get a job as a freshman and how many hours do you suggest working ?
I will also be playing volleyball for the college
When is the latest a person can switch their major in college in case they have a change of what they want?
I'm still undecided so I'm curious when the latest I can realistically change is.
How much does the GRE matter for Biology graduate admissions ?
I’m a college freshman studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I intend on going straight to a PhD after my undergraduate degree (will probably do it in Biochem, Microbiology, or something similar). I joined a research lab at the start of my freshman year, and am participating in a...
How hard is it to land a dream job of working as an Athletic Trainer in the NFL?
HS Senior looking to get his degree in AT. I played Varsity Football and would like to do AT at the collegiate or NFL level one day but I know it is probably very competitive.
So... what do I do? #Spring25
I am attending a fairly prestigious university this fall and I have confidence it will help me succeed. However, the financial aid I received is not as helpful as I had hoped. Not to toot my own horn, but I've always been a smart kid and it feels much more fitting to me to take on this...
What is the transition like between living with parents to living in a dorm #Spring25?
I am a senior about to graduate and I'm nervous about moving into a dorm. I've been camping with friends before so I have some experience away from home, but living on my own for a whole school year seems daunting and nerve-wracking.
How do I determine a good number of classes to take as a freshman?
How do I choose classes and number of credits. Looking to find balance between coursework and adjustment to college.
What are the best steps to becoming a part of the cyber crimes unit in law enforcement ?
What is the day to day jobs of someone in digital forensics
What are your best tips for applying to internships?
I have had some struggles with finding the right internships, from those who have gone through the process, what worked for you?
What are good study habits for someone with a short attention span? #Spring25
What are good study habits for someone who has a short attention span? #Spring25
What is the most helpful advice for getting through nursing school?
Hi, I’m planning on going into pediatric oncology nursing since I was diagnosed with cancer as a kid. I love helping kids and being energetic. My question is, What is the most helpful piece of advice you have for getting through nursing school? #Spring25
what does a day in the like of a graduate physics student look like?
I am curious what a future of looking for graduate school is like.
What is the one thing you would change about your freshman year of college if you could?
I’m a senior in high school and don’t want to have any regrets for my first year of college.
How can I balance the intense academic demands of molecular biology and my pre-med journey with opportunities in meaningful research, clinical experience, and self care—without losing my sight on why I am pursuing pre-med?
I will be attending the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign molecular/cellular biology program in Fall 2025. I plan to attend medical school after my undergraduate education.
What's the best way to get through college without racking up a ton of debt?
I can get scholarships from sports, but I do have a 3.7 GPA. Also I go to a private university
What would your day-to-day job look like if you graduated with a degree in marketing?
What would your day-to-day job look like if you graduated with a degree in marketing?
What is the best piece of advice you can give to someone who just started their path down business administration? #Spring25
I am a junior college student who plans to attend Illinois State University next year.
Does anyone have any advice on how to pick between majors?
For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to pick a career that makes a difference. I personally struggle with issues related to mental health and I'm very passionate about advocating for help for people with similar struggles. Right now, I am choosing between becoming a psychologist and an...
How can Environmental Scientists use their knowledge to help conserve our natural resources for the future?
I am currently a senior in high school and plan to study Environmental Science in collage. I want to learn more about how this can lead to better sustainably practices in our future!
#Spring25
What is the most difficult part of the journey to becoming a Physician Assistant ?
What is the most difficult part of the journey to becoming a Physician Assistant?
How do I know whether a college is right for me?
I'm a sophmore in high school going into my junior year, and I'm already overwhelmed by it. I know Junior year is when you decide what you want in a college, but I honestly don't have a clue about what I want to do nevertheless where I want to go. Could you help?
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