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AP scores - what do colleges see?
I am a rising Junior. During my sophomore year, I studied AP CSA from an online school and took AP CSA exam this June. I would like to study computer science, however, I did not do very well in AP CSA exam even though my class grade is an A in this subject. I am not sure what we should do...
Do I count as In State or Out of State?
All my life I lived in California. If I attend college in New York for example, then when I apply to Medical School in California, would I be counted as In State or Out of State?
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What do I need to do to become an Optometrist in the U.S?
I am senior in high school and want to be optometrist. What is the pathway to become one? Any advice?
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How should I answer the "Why Us?" Essay in college applications?
I find this topic to be the hardest to answer on college apps. Any advice?
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What is a major with higher gpa average? What is considered an easy major?
Currently deciding college majors. Need help.
#college #college-major #major #college-admissions #anthropology #pre-med #education
Any advice on writing personal statements for college applications?
I am an incoming senior in high school and I am looking to apply to some colleges. How should I get started on my essays? Any advice or no-no's I should avoid?
#college-advice #college-admissions #college-bound #college
How to be a successful and joyful dental hygienist?
I am boarding onto taking prerequisite courses to apply for dental hygiene programs. I am not so good at science courses and am afraid of giving shots. Thank you in advance for your advice! #dental-hygienist
What are does it take to design cars or aftermarket car parts?
I wanna work in the automotive industry designing cars or aftermarket car parts. I am 19 from California, and am currently enrolled in community college classes and plan on becoming a mechanical engineer. Would a minor/classes in graphic design be advantageous as well? I also have taken an...
Clinical experience during the pandemic
Hello! I'm a pre-med student looking to get clinical experience. However, the pandemic has caused a lot of clinics near me to stop accepting volunteers. What other ways can I get clinical experience? #volunteer #premed #medicine
Civilian Jobs with a criminal justice or criminology bachelors?
I sort of already know what I want to do for my future jobs. I have a huge list actually, just incase I can’t get the first! I always thinks it’s nice to have a bunch of jobs I would like to do so I don’t get discouraged if I can’t get the first one. I have been going insane trying to find as...
What are some of the best premed schools? (that don't have insane acceptance rates)
I am a junior in high school currently compiling my list of colleges I'm going to apply to next year. I want to be premed, and hopefully get into medical school one day. I've been doing a lot of research lately, and I learned that choosing a good school for premed is actually really important...
Are UC (University of California) schools not preferable for premed?
I read something online that UC schools aren't the best for premed because of the amount of students that attend the schools, and because of the harsh grading curve. Is this true? Should I consider applying to other schools such as University of Washington? #doctor #premed #medical_school...
What is a doctor's work schedule like?
Vacation days? How many hours/days a week? Amount of stress? How would this schedule compare to that of a nurse practitioner? #nurse #doctor #medicine #nurse-practitioner #pediatrician
What is social life like during premed and medical school?
What are your experiences going into medicine? I've been watching a lot of youtube videos lately, and everyone that I've watched so far spends practically the whole day studying. Is medical school actually non stop studying? I do understand that medical school is hard, but there has to be some...
What should I major in if I want to go to medical school?
Hello, my name is Athena and I am currently a junior in high school. As implied, I'm going to be applying to colleges soon (wow, time really does fly!). I'm actually doing dual-enrollment at my local community college, since I know med school takes a long time. I should be done with my GED...
What are all the steps to becoming a pediatrician?
Hello, my name is Athena and I am currently a junior in high school. Ever since kindergarten I've wanted to be a "kid doctor". I've always enjoyed the sciences more than anything else. However, I'm not really sure how to become a pediatrician. I think you have to get your undergrad degree...
Business or Psychology? I need help picking my major
I'm brand new here and have never posted. I don't know if anyone will even read this but I figure it's worth a shot. I'm pretty desperate for help. I have been incredibly indecisive on which major to go for. I've been in community college for 5 years now because I keep changing majors because...
Getting my Bachelors in Criminology, need more information regarding my goal careers!
Hello! I am a 24yr old student currently attending Portland State in hopes that I can finish with my Bachelors in Criminology. I have a passion for true crime and study a dozen or more cases a day on my own. I also interview inmates in prison as a hobby and blog about it. (I used to have an...
How can I increase my chances of getting into a doctorate of Physical therapy program?
Junior in college applying to DPT programs this summer. #physicaltherapy #admissions
What was/is your experience been in nursing school? How would you describe it?
Hello! I am a rising junior in high school, and I am certain that going into nursing is something I want to do. More specifically, I want to get my BSN, become a registered nurse, then get my masters and become a nurse practitioner (specialize in sports medicine or orthopedics). I am curious...
In psychology major, students need to get a graduate degree in order to earn enough for living. Why don't schools just inform their students about the labor market and the steps needed to take to succeed before choosing a major?
Looking for a graduate school while still being stuck with the college loan.
#paymeenough
Why do students graduating from social science get paid just above minimum wage but our labor market is short of this workforce?
A student majoring in psychology and desperately looking for a job to pay just enough for the living?
#paymeenough
What are examples of things I should keep in mind when attending college in order to be successful?
I am currently a rising senior that is starting to apply for BSN programs in the US.
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What are some things you wish you knew before going into nursing school?
I am currently a rising senior that is starting to apply for direct entry BSN programs in the US.
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Where can I find scholarships for college?
I am currently in the process of writing my applications to colleges, and I want to also apply for some scholarships but I'm not sure where to start. I was wondering if anyone had suggestions on foundations or companies where they offer scholarships. Any resources are helpful! Thanks so much!...
Are high school internships worth it?
Hi there, I am currently a rising senior in the Bay Area and a lot of students around me are interning for big corporate companies as a high schooler. I am wondering if this opportunity will actually add value to your profile/resume in the future? What makes a high school internship different...
How can I get accepted into nursing school straight from high school?
Hello, I am currently a rising junior in high school. I am very interested in nursing, and becoming an RN. I want to obtain a BSN, and later my masters because I want to specialize in sports medicine or orthopedics. I am currently interning at a rehab facility, and want to find some volunteer...
Can I go straight to nursing school after I graduate high school? (If so, how can I get in?)
Hello, I am currently a rising junior in high school. I am very interested in nursing, and becoming an RN. I want to obtain a BSN, and later my masters because I want to specialize in sports medicine or orthopedics. I believe I read somewhere that you can go straight to nursing school right...
What are all the steps in becoming a registered nurse?
Hello! I am a rising junior in high school, and I am very interested in nursing. However, I am not sure how to get there. Do I apply to nursing school straight from high school, or do I go to any college and receive my BSN, THEN go to nursing school to become a RN? How about my master's degree,...
What’s the difference between marketing and advertising and what would a job in these fields look like?
I think I might be interested in advertising, but I’m not exactly sure what such a job would look like. I think if I knew what a job could look like I might be able to identify whether I might have an interest or aptitude for a similar field. #marketing #marketing
What are good colleges in California that have great nursing schools?
Hello! I am a rising junior in high school and am interested in going into the medical field, more specifically nursing (possibly a nurse practitioner). I live in California, and want to go to college here. #nursing #college #nurse #healthcare #medicine
What are the differences between a nurse practitioner and a physician assistant?
Hello, I am a rising junior in high school who is interested in going into the medical field. However, I don't know what I want to be yet. I am currently looking into both of these careers. Which job in your opinion is "better" (in all aspects: salary, job opportunities, hours, etc.) #medicine...
What do nurse practitioners do, and how can I become one?
Hello, I am a rising junior in high school who is interested in going into the medical field. However, I don't know what I want to be yet. I am currently looking into becoming a NP. #medicine #nurse #nursing #medical #healthcare
What do physician assistants do, and how do I become one?
Hello, I am a rising junior in high school who is interested in going into the medical field. However, I don't know what I want to be yet. I am currently looking into becoming a PA. #medicine #medical #doctor #healthcare #physician
What exactly is biomedical engineering, and what do people in this profession do?
Ever since I was little, I wanted to be a doctor. Now that I have become a high school student, I've done research about what it takes to go to medical school. Helping and interacting with others is what I want to do. Although, I don't think I have what it takes to go into medical school....
What does a CRNA do?
Hello! I am a rising junior in high school, and am very interested in going into the medical field. However, I am not sure what I want to be. Currently I am looking into CRNAs. I had surgery 6 months ago for my ACL, and the CRNA that worked with me was very kind and comforting. She has inspired...
How hard is CRNA school?
Hello! I am a rising junior in high school, and am very interested in going into the medical field. However, I am not sure what I want to be. I am currently looking into CRNAs. From what I have seen, CRNA school is very difficult... Can it be compared to the level of difficulty that comes with...
What are some high level nurse careers?
Hello! I am a rising junior in high school. I think I am interested in going into nursing. #nursing #nurse #medicine #medical
What are jobs in the medical field that don't require going to medical school?
Ever since I was little, I wanted to be a doctor. Now that I have become a high school student, I've done research about what it takes to go to medical school. Helping and interacting with others is what I want to do. Although, I don't think I have what it takes to go into medical school....
What do you have to do to become a CRNA (certified registered nurse anesthesiologist) ?
Hello! I am currently a rising junior in high school, and am very interested in going into the medical field. However, I am not sure what I want to be. I think I am interested in going to nursing school. When do I apply to nursing school? About how long does it take to become a CRNA? What...
What is the difference between a CRNA and an anesthesiologist?
Hello! I am a rising junior in high school, and am very interested in going into the medical field. However, I don't know exactly what I want to do. I am not sure whether to go into nursing or medical school. #medicine #nursing #doctor #medical #crna #anesthesiologist #college
If I wanted to get a job as an RN in California, would it be better to go to a university in state? Is it harder to get a job as a new grad in CA if you went to school in a different state?
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What type of part time seems good enough for a beginner?
I have some work experience through a program in high school, but never really got a job on my own ever. I'm just curious about what is the best part-time job is there for me. I got a high school diploma and right now going to college. It's summer, and I plan to save up for some money. #job...
If you could change one thing about your college freshman year, what would you change?
I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be. #college
What careers in the medical field are possible without attending medical school?
I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be. #medicine
What are the different types of college applications? Like, early action versus early decision
I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be. #college #college-applications
Can I take the family pet to college? Will caretaking be too hard and is it even allowed?
I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be. #college
What's the most important part of a college application?
I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be. #college #college-applications
How do I write a college application essay? How do I describe myself or my background or my interests if I'm only in high school and haven't had many profound experiences?
I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be. #college #college-applications
Is it possible to live at home while in college? Either online classes or daily commuting?
I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be. #college
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