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What's your advice on double majoring completely different majors?
I'm thinking of doing computer science however I have other interests and was thinking of minoring in them.
#choosing a major
I finally decided that I want to pursue a career in nursing. So what nursing schools would you recommend that is highly accredited and cost efficient?
#career #career-paths
I am an interior design major and I would like to know what should I minor in that would compliment my major?
#major #minor #interiordesign #double-major #majors-and-minors
I am starting college classes in two days. I would like to know if you would reccommend getting a part time job, joining a club and a sport while keeping up with my studies? I am very interesting in the fashion merchandising club and I also would like to join the cheerleading squad.
#extracirricularactivities #job #timemanagement #interiordesignmajor
Should I drive over to main campus or take a shuttle?
I have been placed about 20 min away from the main campus and I will have my car.
What are the advantages/disadvantages you can think of if I just take the shuttle over rather than my own car everyday?
#campusparking
#parkingtickets #benefits
would love to work in holistic health but do not want to get Dr. degree any advice
my university recommends I major in Psychology and minor in holistic health. I am just not sure how I will use this to get a good paying job?
#health
#jobs
#meditation
Is the amount of work and school to become a medical student worth it?
I’ve been very interested in the medical field except I do not want to go to school for all my life. Are there any jobs in the medical field that do not require so much school but still make good money? #school #medicine
Should I start applying to colleges in August or in September?
I’ve started receiving applications from colleges and I wanted to know if it would a good idea to start applying right now in August or wait until September. #college
Is it always a good idea to apply to a Private University even if it may cost more or less than a Public University?
Applying to a Private University versus Public University. #college
Who do I ask for letters of recommendation?
I'm a little confused on what I need to do in order to get letters of recommendation. How should I go about asking someone if they are willing to write a letter for me? Also, should I pick teachers from main subjects like math or English or can I ask my art and drama teachers? #art #writing
What are colleges and employers looking for in art portfolios?
I'm putting together an art portfolio to apply for college animation programs, and I'm wondering what I can do to make mine stand out and improve its overall quality. Also, does it matter what order you present your work in? Thanks! #art #design
How hard would it be for me to be in the FBI?
I'm thinking of a career in the FBI. How difficult would this be?
#Criminal Justice
What can you do with a criminology degree?
Criminal Justice degree jobs can work as answers too. I just want to know what is available to me. #career-paths
Are there any more grants available other than government issued grants?
#college-major #biomedical #marine #environment #physics #marine-mammals #scholarships #financial-aid
I recently switched schools for my senior year of high school and did not get any letters or recommendation, are there scholarships available for students with no letters of recomendation?
#high-school #internships #college-major #business
What types of extracurricular activities are colleges most interested in?
Are they more interested in group activities like marching band or a sports team? Or are they more interested in academic organizations like student government, FBLA, or SMAC (Student Movement Against Cancer)? Is work experience, like teaching piano lessons, equally as important or more...
What colleges are best to apply to for a biomedical engineering major?
My current list of colleges that I'm thinking of applying to is as follows: "Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Duke, Johns Hopkins, Cornell, Brown, Georgia Tech, University of Michigan, Lehigh University, Northwestern, Vanderbilt, Penn State, University of Pittsburgh" Any college I should add? Or take...
What can we do to push a conversation on lowering tuiton prices?
It's obvious that education is expensive. What are some things we can do to try and get negotiations considered for lower tuition?
#education
What are some things to do to prepare for applying to JD/PHD programs?
-What research experience/internships would be helpful?
-How important is networking when applying to graduate programs?
#education #law #graduate-school #college #applications #phd #jd #doctorate
What is the most efficient way to study for finals?
Note cards? Practice tests? Studying from the textbook? Are there any resources that you recommend I take a look at that provide great ways to study for certain subjects? #finals #study
Is biomedical engineering a good major for the future, regarding job opportunities?
How does the salary of a biomedical engineer compare to other professions? Flexibility of work hours? Stability of the job? #job-market #major #college-majors #engineering #biology #biomedical #biomedical-engineering
How can I get myself on track with writing and publishing a book?
I've always wanted to be a published author. I've been writing since I was little, and now I need to get serious. How do I get organized? I don't even know where to begin. I'm beginning my final year of undergrad and have plans to go to graduate school. #college #student #author...
How can I determine whether or not I should (or even want to) go to Law School?
I've been considering an education in law for years. Ever since I was little, my family would jokingly tell me that I would be a great lawyer because of my confidence in my public speaking and my love of healthy debate. As I grow older, I still receive the same feedback but with the addition of...
What's the best way to ask a teacher for a recommendation letter?
Several, if not all, of the colleges I'm looking at need one or more teacher recommendation letter. What's the best way to ask? #teacher #high-school #student #recommendations #recommendation-letters
How do I determine my major?
I'm stuck deciding between a few majors. How do I narrow it down? Is it better to go in undeclared? #majors #major #college-major #choosing-a-major #double-major
How can I make studying abroad for a semester and taking science majors work?
I really want to experience other cultures and areas while in college, but the problem is that in science based majors vocabulary can be very important. Is there anyway I can change course for a single semester abroad? #pre-med #science #study-abroad #academic-advising #course-selection
What course are a must-have for a psychiatry pre-med?
I just wanted to know which courses I could get a head start on. #medicine #psychiatry #pre-med #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare #academic-advising #classes #courses
What internships in college should you strive for if you want to have an engineering career working for NASA?
I'd like to have a blueprint for my success laid out.
#NASAovermatter
#nothing-left-2-chance
#SpaceX?
#futuregoals
Is a tour of a university you plan on attending a necessity?
It is a little far...
#matterovermind
#gasmoney
#college-tour=school-day
Should I trust in myself to be able to pay off student loans in the future with an exemplary university, or should I attend an average university on a full-ride?
A family member of mine has gone to an outstanding university ending with a great sum of debt. They also had offers from less quality universities for no debt.
#bestlife
#itsover9000
#commitmentday
In present day 2018, which is the most important factor in determining universities to attend: cost, environment, quality of education, or distance from home?
All of these factors are very important to me, yet I do not know which will outweigh the rest in the future.
#decisions-decisions
#life
#the-best-future
What is the best major to choose if you want to be an engineer, specializing in robotic programming?
I have an idea, but a little expertise never hurts.
#engineering #engineer #robotics #robotic-engineering #stem
What is the best major to choose if you want to be an engineer, specializing in robotic programming?
I have an idea, but a little expertise never hurts.
#I have an idea, but...
#themorethemerrier
#NASA
#2headsaresmarterthan1
As a musician, how do you prepare for a career in the music industry?
The music industry is a vast place, with opportunities in almost every turn. A young musician (such as myself), can easily get overwhelmed with the amount of work available in the world. Personally, I want to be as versatile as possible in the industry, being able to work in any environment to...
What is the most difficult part about being a full time student in college?
I understand that there are a lot of distractions when you're in an environment as large as the college setting, but I want to be prepared for what obstacles I would face as a college student. #college-advice #college #student #student-life #student-affairs #college-student
Why are PsyD programs so under-funded?
I'm upset that even as a doctorate student I won't be funded #college #higher-education #doctorate-degree #finance
What is the best way to pay off student loans?
I have a lot of student loans and am trying to figure out how to best pay them off while not living paycheck-to-paycheck. #studentloans
Where is the best place to look for internships in college?
I plan on majoring in architecture and within architecture, you must intern at a firm for at least two years in order to earn your license and began working for a firm or start your own. #architecture
What is the best way to manage time and stray from procrastination?
I am asking this question because I am one who has poor time management. I also suffer from laziness and procrastination, thus causing me to perform mediocrely rather than brilliantly. This also makes me afraid of college due to the responsibility of self-discipline and time management. #stressed
How much student loans can I take with a mechanical engineering starting salary
I am a mechanical engineering sophomore and I recently learned my parent can only contribute about 5% of my college finances. What is an affordable, realistic amount I can take out in student loans so I don't drown in student debt? For more information, I live in New Jersey and my dream job...
What steps can I take to make college affordable?
I am a current college student in my sophomore year. I recently learned that my parent will only be able to contribute about 5% of my college education. What are some steps I can take to make college more affordable? I am already working as a co-op and saving as much as I can. I would prefer...
Is computer science really that high demand?
Everyone always says that computer science is a quickly growing field. However, does this mean I should pursue computer science and be guaranteed job security? #job #security
How do I know what's my passion?
I know it's not enough to like doing something, so how do I know if a class or activity is something that I will love doing for the rest of my life? #job #job-search
How do I start to learn how to program?
Computer science is important in all jobs and aspects of life, but I don't know where to start when it comes to learning how to program. #computer-science #computer-programming
How do you start getting involved in research in college if you have never done it before?
As an aspiring physicist or astrophysicist, I know that research is a central part of the job. However, I have never been involved in research in high school and want to pursue it in college. #science #physics #research
Are you more likely to do better in a class if you create a study group?
The past two years in #college I have done everything in my classes alone and I have done pretty well, but on the other hand, my brother does nothing alone. He studies with his friends, he exchanges numbers with the people in his classes and he always has study groups at our house. I'm curious...
What is it like to transfer to a school out of state?
I went to Middlesex Community College in New Jersey for my first two years of college and I will be transferring out of state to St. John's University in the fall. I've lived at home my whole life and this will be my first time away from my family and I am curious to know how it will be....
Why is it so confusing getting student loan information?
I find a lot of information about why private student loans are the worst way to go to pay for school, but as the last of 8 kids in my family I need to pay my way through college. I received a good package from my school, but there is still a gap and it seems like no one from my financial aid...
I would like help finding scholarships that are not scams.
I have received a good package for college, but am still short of paying for the degree I am pursuing in art therapy.. I am the last of eight kids in my family and I have to pay my way through college. I don't mind spending the time writing essays, etc. but I am finding it difficult to find...
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