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Hannah Mar 05, 2018 914 views

Is it worth it to switch schools in a college if you're already a few semesters in?

My college has different schools for different kinds of majors, each with different requirements. If I'm already a few semesters into one school and have all prerequisite classes done,is it worth it to switch to another school to change my major? #college-advice #choosing-a-major

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Rayonna Jan 18, 2018 1049 views

Veterinarian, IT, or both?

I want to be a Veterinarian, but I'm also very interested in IT. Is there anyway I can combine the two? I've heard about Health Information Technology and Veterinary Technicians, but I don' t really know anything about them. Should I just focus on becoming a Vet and pursue IT later in life,...

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Rayonna Jan 18, 2018 1132 views

Any advice on how to successfully complete college being a single mom?

I recently just found out that I'm expecting, and I'm only 18 years old. Right now I'm in my second semester of college, but my baby is due in September which will be the first semester of my sophomore year. I want to be a Veterinarian which means I have a long way to go until I'm completely...

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Jasmine Jan 16, 2018 693 views

Why dont they teach us about college stuff in schools?

we dont get told anything about scholarships, applying, anything #college

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Jasmine Jan 16, 2018 695 views

Tips for finding scholarships?

Im using a couple scholarship websites like fastweb and cappex, but it sends a lot of scholarships that do not apply to me. #scholarships

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Ismar Jan 16, 2018 1061 views

Do you need to get go to grad school?

I am going to college for engineering, and was wondering you need to go to grad school to get a job an engineer, or if the basic four years will suffice.

#engineering ##gradschool

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Ismar Jan 16, 2018 1073 views

What if the College of your dreams accepts you, but the college you know you should go to does not?

I have been accepted into the school of my dreams which happens to be the best school for engineering in the country. However, it costs significantly more than my second-choice school -almost three times more- However, my second-choice school, which is the one that my family can afford, did not...

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Cami Jan 16, 2018 1027 views

How do I pay for college if I'm not the best?

I'm an average high school senior, and I only do colorguard, so how do I get good scholarships to pay for college?
#scholarships #financial-aid #college #college-tuition

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Cami Jan 16, 2018 876 views

I want to have a career in forensic pathology, but I don't know what to major in?

I'm looking at a career in forensic pathology but I'm not sure what classes to take during college. I know I have to continue on and go to medical school,but what do I do in college?
#collegeproblems #medical-education #forensicpathology

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Isaac Jan 16, 2018 2084 views

Is it worth it to take out a student loan?

I want to make sure that taking out a loan is a good idea. If I don't get a job right out of college, it will be hard to pay back any student loans, and I'm not guaranteed a job out of college. Is it a good idea to take out a student loan, or should I try to find a less costly option of getting...

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Isaac Jan 16, 2018 1751 views

How quickly do most people get jobs out of college?

When I graduate, I won't have much money left. I want to make sure I can get money as soon as I graduate. #money #jobs #career-counseling

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Alex Jan 15, 2018 1378 views

Best Scholarship Programs?

I am looking for scholarships right now and I am wondering what the best online resources are for finding great scholarship opportunities, preferably tailored more for my location and major. #scholarship #financial-aid #grant-writing

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Alex Jan 15, 2018 1366 views

Apps for Studying

I am majoring in Information Technology. I am wondering if there are any apps that are useful for delegating study time or for possibly saving notes for later, in order to better manage my time. #technology #onlineeducation

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Dedreonna Sep 29, 2017 1640 views

If you are struggling to receive scholarships and you are low on money should you attend college?

I am Dedreonna and I am asking this question because my fear is not getting scholarships or many scholarships and being in a bad debt. Should I attend if I am unsure of money situations #money #finance #struggle

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Kaesyn Sep 01, 2017 919 views

Upon studying Psychology, can I be expected to conduct legitimate social experiments or solely work from a book?

When I took AP Psychology, it was a merit course that could result in college credit. However, while not all of our work was from a book, most of it was. I am more of a hands on learner, and I was curious as to if I could expect to learn hands on in a college atmosphere. #psychology...

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iruoghene Sep 01, 2017 1211 views

can you focus on both software and hardware as a computer engineer?

I want to be a computer engineer, but based on my research I found out that computer engineering has two main category; software and hardware. I'm not sure which one is better for me. #computer-engineering

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Marina Sep 01, 2017 897 views

Study Tips?

I want to learn some tips and tricks on the best ways to study. Leave any feedback below! #studying-tips

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Noah Sep 01, 2017 991 views

If Im going to apply to art colleges, should I focus more on my art portfolio or taking and retaking my SAT and ACT?

#art #portfolio-management #sat

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Jarrett Sep 01, 2017 2143 views

What are the basic differences between a Computer Science major and a Computer Programming major?

I am interested in majoring in something to do with Computers, whether that be engineering, programming, etc, and I would like to know the basic differences between such majors. #computers #computer-science

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Mohammad Mar 28, 2017 1316 views

When is it a good idea to repeat some courses you've taken?

I'm just curious about when it is a good idea to repeat courses you've taken but didn't do very well in. #college #engineering #career #graduate-school #electrical-engineering

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Mohammad Mar 24, 2017 4373 views

Is an internship viable even after graduation?

I'm an Engineer student and about to graduate. I am actively seeking jobs and kind of struggling to find a suitable job due to lack of work experience. However, internships seem to be attractive for me since most of them require little to no work experience. So I wonder if an internship is...

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Mohammad Mar 24, 2017 1919 views

How should I negotiate the pay rate of a job?

I'm an Engineering student and I've been actively looking for jobs to apply for. I have found several attractive opportunities but I would like to have a higher pay for some to help with my finances without risking losing them. I wonder how I could do that. #engineering #career #job-search...

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Mohammad Mar 16, 2017 2592 views

Is work experience more valuable than educational background?

I am a graduate Electrical Engineering student with little to no experience in the engineering field outside of the classroom. Lately, I have been applying to jobs and receiving little to no interest from engineering companies due to lack of experience even for some entry-level jobs. That made...

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Mohammad Mar 08, 2017 2176 views

How important is including voluntary activities in one's resume?

I am an Electrical Engineering graduate student. I wonder if, in such a technical field as mine, adding voluntary activities such as working for X charity and the like can have any impact on the recruiter's decision to hire me. #mechanical-engineering #human-resources #civil-engineering...

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Devon Mar 08, 2017 891 views

How hard and or stressful is it to be a chef?

I'd like to become a chef and start my own business and my dream establishment become reality. #cooking

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Mohammad Mar 07, 2017 5262 views

How do you handle behavioral interview questions when not prepared?

Say you are in a job interview and you get asked a behavioral interview question such as "cite a situation when you had to adapt to changes beyond your control" or the like and you had no particular story present even though you might have had that exact situation happen to you. How would you...

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Mohammad Mar 07, 2017 1640 views

What are some good tips for finding a job without experience?

I am a graduate student in Electrical Engineering and I will be graduating very soon. It has been hard for me to find a job by searching and applying for jobs online. I find that my application gets turned down often because I lack engineering work experience. Your tips on this matter will be...

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Mohammad Mar 06, 2017 11319 views

How crucial is the choice of the thesis vs. non-thesis option in the Master's degree?

I am a graduate student in Electrical Engineering who opted for the non-thesis option in order to avoid the uncertainty of the time of graduation that is associated with the thesis option. However, I am also planning to pursue a PhD in the future and I have heard how not choosing the thesis...

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Mohammad Mar 06, 2017 1413 views

What is the best approach to take towards a poorly taught course?

I am a graduate Electrical Engineering student and throughout my career as a student I found that there were a few classes that provided less than satisfactory learning experience and I've always felt unsure about how to approach such classes. I feel that I tend to be uncertain about who to...

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deandre Jan 11, 2017 1443 views

How exactly do I start a business

I am thinking about starting a music business. I want to make a career for myself singing hopefully. But I don't know how to go about doing that. #music #experience #in

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Hannah Dec 06, 2016 2783 views

How much does college GPA matter when applying for a job?

As an honors college student with a 4.0 GPA, I want to know how much my resume would drop in value if my GPA went down to say a 3.5 or lower. I want to push myself to the hardest I can, but not be too disappointed if I get a B somewhere down the road. #college #professional #career-path...

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Hannah Dec 06, 2016 1352 views

Is it more beneficial to take more credits per semester in a shorter amount of time or less credits per semester in a longer amount of time?

As a student trying to save money on college fees while still maintaining a great GPA for my resume, I want to know whether or not I should be taking 14 or 18 credit hours per semester. I am in the Public Health Sciences Field. I want to make the most of my college experience. #college #health...

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Lydia Nov 29, 2016 2816 views

Would you say becoming a lawyer is "worth it"?

I am interested in becoming a lawyer but know that with that comes lots more schooling (I am a current freshman in college), LSAT, and can cause much debt. Would you say that your work as a lawyer has paid off? Do you feel that all of the extra schooling was worth it? How much time did you...

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Nicole Nov 01, 2016 3228 views

How do I get internships for my major if I do not have much experience in the field?

Hi, I am Nicole and I am a student in college. I am a Marketing major and am required to finish 2 internships before I graduate. The only thing is, I haven't had any experience in marketing before so landing my first internship may be difficult. Any advice? #marketing #internships...

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Abigail Oct 30, 2016 2026 views

What industries are chemical engineers the most successful in?

I plan to major in chemical engineering when I go to college next year, and I've often wondered about which chemical industry to pursue. Chemistry is a very broad topic applicable to many aspects of our lives, and I would like to know which industry is on the rise. Do you suggest food, fuel,...

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Abigail Oct 30, 2016 1409 views

Is it worth the extra year to find a Co-op?

Every college I have visited has talked about the amazing Co-op program they offer for engineering students. Co-op programs seem to have greater success for the student as opposed to internships that only last the summer. If I decide to do a Co-op, will that affect my cost to attend that...

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Quinn Oct 28, 2016 1663 views

Which choice of engineering would be harder: eletrical or civil?

Im considering going into one of these. Is there any insight or help you could give. #engineering #electrical #civil

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Quinn Oct 28, 2016 1878 views

Is there any careers that combine civil engineering and architecture together?

I am in a PLTW class that is considered a Civil Engineering course, however we use lots of architecture as well. I really enjoy the class and I wanted to know if there was a way to find a career to combine the two later. #engineering #architecture

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Anna Oct 28, 2016 1698 views

How much does a cosmetologist make a year?

I enjoy doing hair and make up its one of my passions that i would want to pursue, #cosmetics #cosmetologist

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Anna Oct 28, 2016 2144 views

What does it take to be an entrepreneur?

I ask because i see myself owning a business at some point in my life, I want as much help as i can get to prepare myself with the correct knowledge to pursue a business. #business #marketing-and-advertising

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Jacqueline Oct 27, 2016 1300 views

What kind of math do biomedical engineers do?

I want to know if it would be more algebraic or geometrical types of math. #biomedical-engineering

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Madelyn Oct 26, 2016 1846 views

What research do zoologists conduct?

I'm interested in this field of study #science #biology #zoology

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Madelyn Oct 26, 2016 4510 views

What research do marine biologists do?

I'm majoring and biology and am curious about marine biology. #science #biology #marine-biology #marine

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Madelyn Oct 26, 2016 1457 views

What careers could I go into with a biology major?

I'm majoring in biology and want to go into some animal research field... got any ideas? #science #biology #animals

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Erin Oct 25, 2016 1284 views

What is the best major to do in a STEM career while being a student athlete in college?

I am planning on running track and cross country in college so I am somewhat worried about the work load for someone who may want to pursue a pre med major or related. #medicine #collegiate-athlete

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Erin Oct 25, 2016 1181 views

What is the best major for someone wanting to be a physician's assistant?

Also I am a little confused by come of the requirements for the career as I have been told it is vigorous to get into some programs and requires a lot of volunteer hours. #college-major #physicians-assistant

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Maxene Oct 21, 2016 1709 views

Which major would be more beneficial: Biomedical Engineering or Music Technology?

I love the STEM field and music, but I'm having a hard time choosing which major would be more beneficial in the long run. As well, after graduating from college, I would like to go into a career that I would enjoy, and not just do for the money. #science #college-major #technology #music...

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Maxene Oct 21, 2016 1251 views

How would minorities be successful with a degree in Biomedical Engineering?

I know there is a small percentage of minority ethnicities within the STEM field, and I wanted to know if it would be a field worth going into, considering it's predominantly Caucasian. #engineering #science #biomedical-engineering #stem

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kayla Oct 19, 2016 1229 views

How to land an internship ?

Could you list some advice or skills that would be beneficial for a student to acquire in order to get an internship ? #computer-science #business #engineering #web-design #web-development #web #personal-development #job-application

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kayla Oct 19, 2016 1235 views

Advice on major

What advice would you give a high school senior planning to go into computer science with no prior experience? #computer-science #engineering

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