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Buying college textbooks
Hello,
My name is Ashly and I am a college freshman but I want some advice on buying textbooks. There really expensive but I don't know where I could find some at a lower price. Any suggestions? #textbooks
What business companies need ASL interpreters?
I am in school for a double major, in Business administration and American Sign Language. I need to find a job in business that has a need for an ASL interpreter. I really enjoy sign language and want to make that my primary job in the future. I also really enjoy business and personal finance....
Is there a way to take the SAT if I skipped it in school?
So my high school life wasn't the best academically so I skipped as many not needed days as possible, one of them being the SAT day. Last year when I was looking for scholarships I noticed about half of the scholarships wanted an SAT score. Since I didn't take it I don't have a score to give...
Why do so many scholarship websites seem like scams?
I'm just looking for some scholarships to help pay for college as much as possible, I'm trying as many different websites as possible but so many seem like scams. A few asked for Facebook information and various other personal information that I don't want to just give out. Is there any...
How to remember things?
I’m a person that has trouble remembering things.
#remembering
Do you have to be REALLY good in science to become a nurse?
I just don’t seem to understand science at all.
#science #nurse
How do I know when I've found a potential career mentor?
When is safe to approach someone in a higher position than you to form a connection? How can you ensure you're not stepping out of line in doing so? #career #mentor #connections
What is studying artificial intelligence like?
I have been considering it as I major in computer science, but I'm wondering what it's like. #college #technology #artificial-intelligence
What are the best ways to study from a class with a lot of material to memorize such as history?
I have been just rereading my notes from class and quizzing myself, but I don't think it is the ideal way. #classes #college #studytips
When is the best time to apply for an internship?
I am just starting college, and I'm not sure when I should start looking for internships. #networking #internships
What are some of the best guidelines when writing a scholarship essay?
I have been looking at scholarships to help pay my tuition and realize that most of them require some form of essay writing.I tried a couple but didn't succeed and I believe its my essay writing skills that's my biggest challenge.What are some essay writing tips to consider when writing a...
How do I become an excellent nurse?
I have chosen nursing as a career path and would love to know what i need to do to succeed in a nursing school and become an excellent nursing?#career path,#healthcare,#nursing
#good nurse
What skills do I have to posses if I want to major in physics?
Physics is a very interesting field of science and very challenging. But, besides advanced math what else does this field require me to qualify for? #majors #physic #astrophysics
Educationally, what do astronauts really need to know?
Becoming an astronaut is really challenging. Sometimes it really makes me confused about what an astronaut needs to know, I know they need to be physically fit, meet the requirements for some tests, and other; but, what do they need to really study and train? #astronaut #astrophysics...
What are the best psychology schools in the United States?
Preferably would like to hear experience from those who majored in psychology. #colleges
What classes should you take if you want to become a Psychology Teacher?
I want to get into the education department. #professional #psychology #teaching
What do I need to know to succeed in the field of Economics?
I'm planning on majoring in Economics and I'm looking for advice on what I need to do to be successful. What topics should I focus on in college and what kind of job/internship positions should I apply for both during and after college?
#knowledge #skills #career #job #economics
Should I get a job/internship in my first year of college?
Should I focus on just doing well in my academics and making connections, or work during the school year? And if I did work would a job or internship be better?
#jobs #internship
When you graduate from college, will it matter what college I went to?
Does it matter where I go to college? Is it worth going to an Ivy League? I want to get a great job with opportunities for promotion, learning and earning a good living. #college #job
How important is it get experience in your field before you graduate from college?
I'm a senior in high school and was wondering if getting experience in my field would help me find a job after I graduate from college? #jobs #internship
What is it like to be a sports agent on a day-to-day basis?
What do you have to do everyday as a sports agent #sports #sports-agent
Will I still feel part of my University if I am an international student?
I will be attending Graduate School in either Ireland or the UK this fall, as an international student I am nervous about not feeling part of my University as much as I did when I attended an Undergraduate course in the US. Will my status as an international student make it harder to feel...
If I attend Grad School abroad will it be easier to work internationally with my degree?
I am attending Graduate School abroad this upcoming year for a one-year Msc in Applied Behavior Analysis. There are currently many positions in the US for careers in Behavior Analysis, however my main interest is to work internationally. Since my Master's degree will be from an international...
What can I do during the summer to prepare me for a career in mechanical engineering?
I am particularly interested in applying mechanical engineering to artificial intelligence. #engineering #mechanical-engineering
How do I work while in college?
Should I plan a college schedule and course list with the thought of a job in mind, or should I just create my schedule based on class availability and find a job that fits that realm after?
#work #college #balance #work-life-balance
How do you start paying for college?
I'm about to start college in the fall, and I'm applying for scholarships and saving up from working part-time. I understand how to earn money from college, I just don't know how payment works. Will I have to pay for classes before school starts, will it all hit me after I receive my degree?...
What study tips can help an easily distracted mind manage college expectations?
Like many, this is my first time away from home for an extended time. I am nervous about managing my personal focus and organization skills without support. I look forward to the social aspect of going to college, but worry about managing my studies in a timely manner. I know of support...
Is it better to have a double major or 1 major with several minors?
For your areas of interest, how do you plan to manage your areas of study? I know some students with a double major and 4 minors. Is this the expectation? The new standard that we have to compete with? Or is this what works for a percentage of our peers? What combination of major & minor do...
Do you really need a passion to get into a top university?
Many college admissions officers and guidance counselors push students to find their passions in high school. At the ripe age of 15 or 16, students are expected to know exactly which career they would like to pursue and the impact they want to have in the world. However, many students do not...
How can one find their interests?
Colleges always ask prospects for their top interests and expect them to know which field they would like to study in. Unfortunately, the majority of students have no idea what they are truly interested in or have a passion in. This being said, how can study better prepare themselves for the...
How much do Medical Assistants make on average?
Hi, I am senior in high school and about to go off to college. I am currently enrolled in a program to become Certified Medical Assistant. I really want to be able to afford college and take some financial burden off my parents by working as a CMA part-time. Also, I will be getting exposure to...
Why do most individuals that have a pre-med track do their major in biology?
Hi, I am currently a senior in high school who will be attending college this fall semester. I aspire to become a doctor one day. I understand that I would have to be on the pre-med track in college to be considered by medical schools. I am a little confused on my major right now. I did ask a...
How do you believe that colleges can best combat microaggressions and discrimination on their campuses?
#diversity #college #race-discrimination
What is the best way to condense college graduation time to three years?
#college #graduation #bachelorsdegree
Tips for the ACT?
I've already taken the PSAT so I have a general idea of what the SAT is going to be like but I wanted to ask what to expect from the ACT. Thanks!
#sat #ACT #testing
How difficult is dual majoring?
When I go off to college, I'm planning on dual majoring in education and musical theatre so I was just hoping for a general idea of what that's going to be like.
#college #dualmajor #education
How much expenses do the doctors have to pay?
I know doctors make a good amount of money but how much do they have to pay via taxes, college, and other fees if there are any? Also, since there are many fields in medicine, is it possible to become a doctor in two professions at once? Like being a psychiatrist and a dermatologist? #medicine...
How is a dermatologists life outside of work?
I aspire to be a dermatologist and I wonder how their life is outside of work. Like do they have a lot of free time if any and what are their typical hours? Also, do they always work at a hospital or can they have their own business? #medicine #business #dermatologist
Is getting an Electrician’s License after earning a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) wise?
I am a College Senior majoring in Electrical Engineering. My long-term goals include: 1) using what I learned in school to create, build, and repair things; and 2) owning an Engineering firm. I, therefore, think learning a technical skill similar to my present major might be very...
What is the best way to continue practicing what you learned in your Engineering courses?
I am a College Senior majoring in Electrical Engineering. I love my major, but I feel that some classmates have a lot more hands-on experience and practice than I do. What is the best way to continue review of engineering materials after the semester ends and get more hands-on experience?...
How focused is an economics major on fiance/business?
I'm thinking about majoring in Economics, but I have very little interest in going into a career related to Wall Street, the stock market, etc, or continuing on to business school. I'm most interested in economics research in behavioral economics, and some in policy. To what extent would a...
Are there any problems with entering college in the spring semester?
I've recently gotten accepted to a good college, but with admission deferred to spring semester. Once I get in, I'll be student just like any students, but I was wondering if there were any academic or social problems with not entering in the fall with most admitted freshman. Does anyone have...
How important are internships before college?
I am going to college next year and I haven't done any internships yet. I plan on doing some during the summer after my freshman year. Do companies put emphasis on internships before college? #internships
What are the hardest parts of learning to code?
I am going to be majoring in computer science so I want to know and start preparing.
#computer-science #technology
What is it like to work as a fashion magazine editor or journalist?
I am considering pursuing fashion journalism, but I don't know what the lifestyle of a journalist is. Is it mostly a desk job or would there be more walking around?
#fashion #journalism #choosing-a-career
If I chose finance as my major, how difficult would it be if I decided to later pursue medical or law school?
I have many interests, and I am still somewhat undecided. I want to keep my options open, but I don't know if I would be able to pursue more than one interest in college.
Thank you.
#undecided #medicine #finance #choosing-a-major
What influence have the classics had on your understanding of literature?
Interested in further pursuing ancient Greek or Latin, curious as to how deeper study in those areas influences literary perceptions. #english-literature #classical-studies #literature #college-major
What's the most difficult or unexpected aspect of a career as a chemical engineer or materials scientist?
I'm incredibly fond of the idea of melding my interests in both chemistry and engineering/experimental work, and I'm interested in what the challenges of these fields might be, or how they might differ. #engineering #chemical-engineering #materials-science
How does chance play into employment?
Is there ever a set path that is definitively stagnant, or do we always run into spontaneity? #theunknown
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