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Mercedes Feb 17, 2018 1121 views

What are some paid internships, volunteering or community for 16-19-year-olds for the summer, or even year round ?

#community-outreach

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Derek Feb 13, 2018 4449 views

Is FBLA good on college apps?

FBLA is a relatively smaller club at my school, and I've done fairly well in it, and it seems a bit easier than another club like, say, Speech and Debate. Does it have the same weight and gravity as other clubs on college apps?

#FBLA

#college-applications

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Megan Jan 24, 2018 824 views

What mechanisms do you have in place that make it so the atrocities you deal with day-to-day don't spill over into your home life?

One of my biggest concerns regarding a career as a criminal profiler is that I will be unable to disconnect myself from my work once I go home. I imagine the stories and people you meet stay with you and unavoidably haunt you. I am afraid this will ultimately darken my view of life. How do you...

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Megan Jan 24, 2018 3184 views

As a criminal profiler, do you get fulfillment and joy from your job?

I am interested in pursuing a career in criminal profiling, however I know the burnout rates in a job such as this could be high. I have spent a lot of time researching this profession, but I wasn't able to find many answers about the emotional aspect of it. And the little exposure I have had...

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Sarah Jan 21, 2018 1467 views

Is it better to take AP or Honors courses?

I have consistently been receiving B's in AP Chemistry, and for future reference, is it better to take an Honors Course and receive an A, or an AP Course and receive a B? I know colleges love AP courses, but is it worth it to sacrifice hours in an AP class I am not particularly interested in...

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Sarah Jan 21, 2018 933 views

How do you succeed in Musical Theatre college dance auditions?

I have always loved to sing and act, and feel confident in both of those areas, but dance auditions terrify me. I have recently began to dance, and feel like I am improving greatly, but my lack of experience is scaring me. I would like more information on musical theatre dance auditions so I...

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Denice Jan 19, 2018 3168 views

How can I speed up the process of becoming a doctor?

I would really like to be a doctor but do not want to be in school for another 4 years and then at least 3 years of residency. #medicine

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Denice Jan 19, 2018 817 views

What should I be doing during my senior year of high school to prepare for medical school?

I would like to go to medical school in the future to become a doctor. #medicine

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Haroon Jan 19, 2018 1008 views

How do I transfer to a 4 year?

I am curious to know how to get to a university.

#needhelp #college #college-admissions

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Haroon Jan 19, 2018 1283 views

How to manage my college life better?

I have time management problems. I want to party but I also want to do my work.
#collegestruggle #college #time-management

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Anna Jan 18, 2018 1392 views

Can I intern for a tech company at 16?

I really want to intern this summer and I was wondering if there are any tech companies that I could intern for. I'll be turning 16 in the middle of June.
#tech #technology #information-technology #internships

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Anna Jan 18, 2018 934 views

Does it really matter where I go to school for a computer science degree?

I want to get a bachelor's degree in computer science and a master's degree in something in that field, but a little more specific. Does it really matter where I go for my bachelor's?
#technology #computer-science #college #college-major

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Alanna Jan 17, 2018 822 views

At what point in your college experience is it best to confirm your major?

I like many other high schoolers am not 100% confident of the career I want to pursue yet, but I also do not want to end up spending any extreme time in college than I must. I am afraid that if I do not go in with a set plan, I will not be able to finish in four years. #undecided #whentodecide...

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Alanna Jan 17, 2018 1022 views

Is there great value in pursuing a doule major or major/minor combination? Or is it better to naroow your focus early on andpursue only one major?

I have contemplated doing a combination of both business and medicine to pursue a positon hospital administration, and possibly a minor in music as that has been a major element of my life thus far. I am wondering if that is maybe taking on more work than it wll ultimately be worth. #college...

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Yekaterina Jan 16, 2018 1741 views

How can I get in contact with people in the profession I'm considering?

I have wanted to become a biomedical engineer for many years, but there are many times when I wonder whether I would truly thrive in this career. I would love to shadow a biomedical engineer, especially as I want to declare my major in college as soon as possible. Is it rude or unacceptable for...

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Yekaterina Jan 16, 2018 2328 views

Why is trade school so taboo in the US?

In Germany, it is completely normal for students that have graduated school to go directly into a trade school instead of college; in fact, students can learn to be in IT through hands-on learning. In the US, most are encouraged to attend college for four or so years to get a degree before...

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Yekaterina Jan 16, 2018 2566 views

Do employers care whether I earned my degree from a four-year or a community college?

I'm trying to understand whether employers place a lot of emphasis on where a potential employee get their degree. I want to save money by transferring from a community college to a four-year, but I'm worried it may cheapen my profile when I start looking for a career. I have commonly heard the...

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Derek Jan 16, 2018 1191 views

Is IB worth taking?

There's both International Baccalaureate (IB) and AP at my school, I was wondering which one would be the best for colleges and which ones would be the best to take.
#business

#AP
#IB
#collegesuccess

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Madison Sep 01, 2017 1485 views

What does being a book editor entail?

I know I want to be incorporated in the book industry. First I thought about being a writer but now I've moved towards editing. Being able to help the books that move so many people and change peoples lives, come to fruition would be amazing. I would want to focus on fiction novels. What I...

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destani Sep 01, 2017 1771 views

Is it advisable to minor in business if my aspiration is to be a dentist with my own private practice?

I know that I want to go to dental school and become a dentist or maxillofacial surgeon but, my dilemma recently has been what I should minor in or if I should even pursue a minor at all. I am a Biology major currently and I thought it might be beneficial to have some knowledge of how business...

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Jacob Mar 03, 2017 1304 views

Would sonography be a good fit for me

This last year i have been taking healthcare prereqs with the plan of going into a sonography program. After learning more about what sonographers actually do i've started to have seconds thoughts. I'm a smart kid with math being my strongest subject and english my weakest. What concerns me...

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tyler Dec 20, 2016 1533 views

i want to become a ethical hacker, how would i go about doing this?

i have always loved the idea of being a hacker but did not want to be on the wrong side of the law. know that i have just recently found out that their is a job like this i would like to know #tech #hacker

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Kenneth Dec 01, 2016 1954 views

Im passionate about anatomy (Particularly Nervous, Endocrine, Respiratory) , biology, engineering, and computing. I am a sophomore in high school and have very little of an idea as to where to go or what career is right for me. Any ideas?

I recently have been thinking a lot about the future and what I should aim for after high school gets done. #engineering #medicine #biology #computer #surgery #biotechnology #anatomy

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kacey Oct 23, 2016 1490 views

How rigorous are the required courses for a biochemistry major?

I was wondering if the courses to become a biochemistry major are extremely difficult. And if so, how much work and time they would require. Could I still hold a job while taking these classes? #medicine #science #biology #biotechnology #biochemistry

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kacey Oct 23, 2016 3567 views

To become a Dentist, would a major in biochemistry be the best fit?

I'm an incoming college freshman in 2017 and was wondering what major would work best for my field of study. #dentistry #dentist #dental-hygienist #dental #dental-hygiene #dental-practice #dental-assistant

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Irieanna Oct 23, 2016 1577 views

What majors should I take in college if I want to be a anesthesiologist?

I am a sophomore in high school and am confused on what I should major in if I want to be a anesthesiologist. #medicine #biology #anesthesiology

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Irieanna Oct 23, 2016 1616 views

Is there any specific scholarships for anesthesiology?

I am a sophomore in high school and am planning on going into the medical field. I am hoping on finding scholarships so that I can get help for college. #medicine #anesthesiology

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Melanie Oct 21, 2016 3046 views

What career would I go into if I wanted to cure cancer or help make medicine that would cure other diseases?

I am interested in a career in Biology and have always dreamed of curing cancer or some other deadly disease. #biochemistry #social-media #molecular-biology #cell-biology

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Andrew May 27, 2016 1662 views

What is it like to be an animator or game designer?

I have some interest in becoming of the the jobs above. I really like being creative. #art #animation #game-design #2d-animation

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Andrew May 27, 2016 2355 views

How easy is it to get into the art industry.

I have always loved art and plan to pursue a career in that field after college. #art #drawing #painting #illustration

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Corban May 27, 2016 3576 views

Is it possible to have major in Music and still be accepted into Medical? If so, would it be possible to double major and pass the MCAT?

I love playing my clarinet in Band; however, Band takes up much of my time after school and on the weekends. I fear that in college and universities, band will take up even more of my time. I want to be a doctor, but I don't know if i could still major in music while doing so. #doctor #medicine...

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Corban May 27, 2016 1582 views

Should I pick a major (Biology) relating to medical school to prepare for Med School, or should I just enter Med School with any degree I want?

I've been to seminars where people have told me to be what I wanted to be, because schools actually like diversity instead of "typical science majors". The only question that they've never answered was if it had given them an easier time understanding difficult concepts in the medical field. I...

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Kassidy May 22, 2016 853 views

How do I know if I'm doing my career to satisfy me or to help pay bills?

I ask because i want to make sure I major and minor in the right things in college.

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Kassidy May 22, 2016 4679 views

I want to become an actress but i also want to be a criminal justice lawyer- how do i pick?

I'm asking because I have always wanted to be an actress since I was four (I'm 19 now) and I also want to become a lawyer in criminal justice because I have seen a lot of bad people get away with a lot of things only because of their reputation status. #law #lawyer #acting #law-practice

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Kendra May 20, 2016 1040 views

How can I get a good grade in organic chemistry?

I want to do well in my classes so I want advise. #college

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Kendra May 20, 2016 2628 views

What is the most important thing about college?

I just want to know people's thoughts on what they think about college. #college

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Shue May 18, 2016 1047 views

How hard is it to create a business?

I am planning on creating my own business someday during college to pay for my college tuition and fund for my hobby. Although most of the people I know or talked to doesn't really explain the process of creating a business. So I'm curious as to how hard it is to create a business? How do you...

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Shue May 18, 2016 1127 views

How much does internships help with jobs?

Well, I went to the California State Convention, and many of them had me advised to apply for internships. But what I'm more curious about is, how big of a role does internship compare to extracurricular when applying for a job? I know it depends on what type of job and what type of internship,...

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Tatyana May 18, 2016 990 views

Should I go along with a predesignated freshman program or explore on my own?

My future college has a freshman course that gives a broad introduction to college and what it has to offer. I'm just wondering if I should take this class or trek on my own, develop my own perspective.... #counselor #college-student

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Gabrielle May 16, 2016 1059 views

What type of jobs are available for a film studies major after graduating?

I'm majoring in film and I'm interested in being a screenwriter or director. #film #television

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Gabrielle May 16, 2016 1636 views

How difficult is it to obtain a major in film and media?

I'm majoring in film studies. #film #television

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Brandon May 13, 2016 1249 views

How do you enter into a new career path as a college graduate?

Many students have graduated and find it challenging to find employment without being overqualified. #careers

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Kristina May 11, 2016 1639 views

What are the risks and benefits of dedicating 8 years to law school?

I've always excelled proficiently in English, since I was born in Ukraine and gained a bilingual advantage, but I've fallen in love with all things government during the course of my Advanced Placement Government course this semester (my last in high school). I was looking for some advice on...

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Kenna May 10, 2016 1738 views

What are some different medical specializations (or types of doctors) that involve reproduction, babies, or helping people have children?

I'm very interested in reproduction and helping people have children, but the only career option I'm familiar with is OB/GYN. #doctor #medicine #pre-med #babies #reproductive-health

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Tyler May 04, 2016 1492 views

Why is college so expensive now compared to when my parents attended college?

Because I'm frustrated that college will put me in a ton of debt. #college #student-loans #debt #personal-finance

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Tyler May 04, 2016 1208 views

Is the cost of medical school education worth it?

I'm considering attending medical school eventually. #doctor #medicine #medicine-school

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Marissa Oct 18, 2015 1971 views

Pros and Cons to Education

I am 19 and trying to decide on a major. I was hoping someone could give me pros and cons to whatever you have experience with? Or any advice you have on making this decision! I've narrowed it down to three. The first is Elementary Education, i am thinking if i choose this i would want to teach...

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Dejour Oct 09, 2015 1620 views

Considering photography as a career any suggestions of colleges to go to?

IDK what to write here just considering photography as a career #college

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Azra Nov 21, 2014 1832 views

How hard is it to find a job after college?

I want to know the average how hard it was and how long it took to find one. #college #jobs #graduate

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Tanaia Jul 18, 2014 2827 views

How did you decide how many colleges to apply to?

For professionals who have already gone to college: I'm coming up on 11th grade and I'm supposed to start researching colleges. I'm just wondering how you decided how many colleges to apply to when you were in high school? I looked at the applications and they look like they can take a long...

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