Rio Vista, California

This question can apply to all students, but as a transfer student, I find myself struggling with this greatly.

I plan on getting an M.S. in earth and planetary sciences as my highest education, with an A.S.-T. in geology and a B.S. in geology as well.
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I’m 50+ years old and decided to enroll in cosmetology & esthetician program at my local community college.
Nervous!

I am currently entering the Creative Technologies Major at UC Santa Cruz. It is a relatively new major and has not been around for long so I know I wont be able to get a lot of hyper specific help. The major has many different pathways to follow and I'm excited to see where my passions and...

I really want to go to this college and I'm already admitted, but the tuition is around 30k with my aid, and I think have a scholarship for $4,000. I have a meeting with one of the financial aid advisors at the school to talk about my package, but I'm not sure how I should approach the...

I am currently a student at Solano Community College graduating with my AA in criminal justice in August. I am transferring to Sacramento State University in the fall, majoring in criminal justice as well and possibly psychology or sociology. I am most interested in job related fields such as...

How should I get started if I want to pursue photography, specifically runway photography, and more fashion-oriented photography? I have little to no experience besides a high school class, but the career choice seems very intriguing. I'm curious about any courses or learning I could take,...

I am a student looking for a job to have during college. How can I be prepared and responsible while doing school and a job at once?

- High school senior
- Athlete: Swim & Water polo
- I like making personalized crafts for my friends and reading thriller books.

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I am ending my freshman year, and I want to layout a time line for the investment banking recruitment cycle. Thanks.

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Hey I am really young (12) and to be brutally honest I am scared. I want to be a film director but my dad wants me to be a engineer or mathematician, even though I love math and try to support women in STEM, it is just not me. What should I do?

How can I get a lot more scholarships that don't require an essay?

Right now, I'm split between learning what I want and learning what I know I can do. Game development and writing are my passions, and I love math, and they often DO coincide with each other, but to focus on both intensely has always felt pretty futile. Is there a way to think about this as I...

Hi, I'm a freshman in High School interested in bio medical field. I'm 14 yr old. I would like to volunteer/shadow in my summer time but I see the min age requirement is 16 yrs almost at all places. Can I get guidance on how to utilize my summer time, are there online volunteering/shadowing...

Any advice for finding scholarships as an undergrad? thanks #Spring25

This can include education paths, the career choice as a whole, or different decisions you'd make. #Spring2025

I'll be a freshman in college this fall 2025, and I don't consider myself outgoing. I'd like to make friends and get to know my teachers, but I'm nervous. Additionally, I went to the open house for the college I plan to attend, feeling out of place being there.

Each one has it's pros and cons and I genuinely can't pick.

I will be an undergraduate freshman this Fall 2025, pursuing accounting. I have dreams of being wealthy or comfortable with my finances, but what if I don't achieve my dreams? And that's why I have this question for my future self.

I am a senior in high school who recently accepted admission into UC Berkely. I want to pursue a career in bio-engineering, and wondering how it is that I can further my studies and propel me faster into my desired career, quickly and effectively.

I have been considering working as an ER nurse, is there things I can do to better prepare my self for this? I am already a working EMT.

I am a second year journalism major at American River College. I write for the school newspaper and a part of a local freelance group. I plan on transferring to Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN.

What is some things you can gain from being in the military? And what do special forces do?

I'm just wondering what I can do better to make myself a more competitive applicant.

What is the best advice you could give me as a transferring student working towards their BA in nutrition? How have you used this degree to pursue your career? Also, any scholarship tips are greatly appreciated.

I am interested in becoming a Radiology Technician and I anticipate that these classes are challenging. I believe I will have successful outcomes because I am determined and passionate. However, I want to optimize my time, be efficient, and most of all be an adequate healthcare provider....

I am a current senior studying both of these majors, it hasn't been long since I decided to change my major and I've been unsure of what career path I should take care of after graduating university. I've been leaning more towards using my Spanish major as a translator/interpreter but I'm not...

I am a freshman in college and want more animal care experience. How can I get internships without any previous experience? Is there a certain way I should network while I am volunteering so I can get a job at the places I volunteer at?

I've made accounts on multiple scholarship websites but it feels like there's not much progress being done. Is there an easy way to find scholarships less people are applying to? #Spring25

My industry, like many is very diverse in the types of people and other careers that are involved. This requires skills to communicate and work in a variety of different situations.

Being a first-gen college student, it's can be difficult preparing myself for the next 4 years. This question acknowledges that being first-gen college student can come with unique emotional and psychological challenges, anxiety, and feeling like you don't quite fit in. By thinking about...

As a jazz musician in my first year of college, I have dedicated my entire life to studying music and performance. I have been blessed to participate in many prestigious national youth bands that have even gotten to tour the world. Even though this is great and has been extremely rewarding, I...

I'm thinking of getting a double major in Psychology (BA) and Fashion design. I am currently 17 years old, a Junior in high school, and have a GPA of 4.1 weighted/3.76 unweighted. Do you have any advice? Any programs or community college classes you would suggest? Colleges with good programs I...

I already am involved in my school's DECA classes & club; as well as running socials for a local sports team, as well as my own & I am working on getting an internship.

What I typed above is supposed to be here, but I am too lazy to move it down here. So, I am typing this paragraph so I can be done—I hope.............

I am very lost in terms of what to do after high school. I want to get my bachelors in something. I thought maybe to get a degree in business, just so I have a backup plan. What can you even do with a business degree? I applied to all my colleges with business. Should I skip all that and just...

I have been thinking about becoming a dentist, but I have like no idea how college really works. I was thinking of going to sac state or sac city college by majoring in biology or biological sciences, and then transferring to UC Davis after 2 years. What should my schedule be like to be on the...

I am enrolled in Rio Linda High School as a Junior taking countless APs. I have excelled in science classes previously and currently but I am not proficient in math. I have a stellar transcript and ranked 44 in the whole school. I have been intrigued by the Criminology and Criminal Justice...

Hello, I am a psychology major about to receive an AA and transfer from a CC. I believe I figured out what I would like to do and I would like to know if I am on the right track taking the correct courses. I have been self-guided through college thus far so I would appreciate some insight. :)...

Does anyone know any good scholarships that I can apply to? I applied to a STEM major and am planning to go to a university.

Are you able to have a work life balance?

I would like to know if it is also competitive and if it is impacted.

I am currently looking into the trades Medical Administrative Assistant and Certified Medical Assistant, before I go into college.

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I do other extracurriculars outside of school, such as archery, but none of the school clubs interest me. Will this hurt my chances?

I had talked to my counselor before the summer and she suggested that I enrolled in my nearest community college as a freshman in high school to take free college courses over the summer. I filled out the special form and eveeything, but I wasn't able to enroll in any classes so I just forgot...

what can i learn new skills and careers my age is 16?

I want to work with high-school aged youth and be a mentor for underserved communities, especially black and brown girls.