Scotts Valley, California
What classes should I take in high school to become a marine biologist and eventually work for a nonprofit organization like Project Aware?
This question was asked by a student in Santa Cruz, California who wants to begin taking classes in high school to prepare for a marine biology degree and eventually a career in the marine sciences industry. Her goal is to play a role in the ocean conservation efforts of the Monterey Bay....
What is The Common Application and what are some advantages and disadvantages of using it to apply to college?
This question was asked by Derek from Oklahoma. He's a sophomore in high school who wants to go to college, so he's beginning his research to better understand his options and how to apply. #university #higher-education #admissions-counseling
What is the difference between the early action and the early decision college application deadlines?
This question was asked by a junior from San Jose, Ca who plans on applying to Stanford next fall. She hopes to study biomedical engineering and eventual find herself in the medical device industry.thank you so much njuhuh #college-admissions #college-applications #college-advice #early-action...
How long before the college application deadlines should I ask my teachers for a letter of recommendation?
This question was asked by a high school junior who knows college application deadlines are approaching for the seniors of her school. She wants to get a jump on her letters of recommendation, and she wants to know how soon is too soon for the request. She's interested in pursuing an english...
What are some time management strategies to increase productivity?
This question was asked by Sofia from Baltimore. She's a senior in high school, and she's hoping to learn strategies to prepare for the rigorous course load of college next fall. #time-management #scheduling #multi-tasking #task-management
What advice/tips would you give a high school student who is not a very good test taker? What kinds of things helped you take tests well? What sort of study tips worked best for you? Did you have any sort of pre-test rituals that worked?
This question was asked by a high school senior in Los Angeles, Ca who just received her ACT test scores. She's disappointed with how she performed but plans on retaking the exam. She's applying to several University of California schools this semester. #college #university #test-management...
What is the distribution of men and women in the law industry?
This question was asked by Kristin in Cambridge who one day hopes to attend Harvard Law School. Her dream is to move to the Silicon Valley and work in venture capital law. #law #business-law #business-lawyer #corporate-law #venture-capital #women-in-law
Is it common to switch majors in college several times? How many times did you change yours?
This question was asked by a young lady in Southern California who is undecided on her major. She is currently applying to college, but she fears not graduating on time as a product of entering college without a predetermined course of study. #college-major #college-admissions #major #majors...
Where can I find a list of scholarships and grants along with a description of their application processes?
College application season is here, and seniors all over the country are looking for scholarships and grants to help reduce the cost of attendance. This young lady from Houston is hoping to win some scholarships for the 2016-2017 academic year. #college #scholarships #college-applications #debt...
What can I do in my spare time to help me stand out from my peers in the college admissions process?
This questions was asked by a young lady who hopes to be attending college in the fall of 2017. How can we prepare her for the college application process? #sports #college-admissions #college-bound #volunteering #college-advice #extracurriculars #volunteer
What is the difference between anatomical and clinical pathology?
This question was asked by a high school junior from Los Angeles, Ca who is pursuing a career in the medical field.
What is the average salary for a software engineer?
I would like to know the average income for a software engineer in San Francisco California? #engineering #software-engineer
What does a content marketer do on a daily basis?
This question was asked by a writer/photographer in New York City who aspire to use their writing and photography skills to earn a position as a digital content marketer in New York.
What are some volunteer things that I can do to have fun this Halloween while improving my resume?
This question comes from a student who wants to make the most out of their Halloween by giving back to their community through some form of volunteerism. They're thinking about improving their resume and strengthening their college applications by adding more extracurricular activities to their...
As a senior in high school, what can I do, now, to begin preparing for the MCAT?
This question comes from a student with an interest in pursuing a career in the medical field as a general surgeon.
What is the highest paying job in business?
I'm interested in majoring in business and want to know what good jobs would I be able to pursue.
What's a good major for an undergraduate degree before law school?
I'd like to eventually go to law school (I'd like to be a human rights lawyer) but am wondering what a good undergraduate degree is. #law
What are some great colleges for Journalism in northen California
Hi! I'm a senior interested in journalism and communications and I'm getting ready to apply for colleges. I was wondering what colleges in California were great for a journalism major. I was considering USC, however, I want to know more about colleges in northern California. Thanks! #college...
What Californian colleges are the best fit to give Majors on Cinematography and Film design?
I aspire to study and eventually become a screenwriter/producer/ and cinematographer later in life. I find it best to find a wide range of cinematic horizons before I enter college and declare, or at least decide on a solid major. #film #cinematography #screenwriting #screenplay
What challenges are present in the daily lives of neurosurgeons?
I am curious because I am interested in this career but I want to be prepared for the challenges that lie ahead, especially the challenges in the everyday lives of neurosurgeons so that I can get an insight into what my life would be like. #surgeon #neuroscience #neurosurgeon
What are the different types of jobs that a kinesiology major get you?
Hello, I'm in the fall of my senior year and I was looking into a kinesiology, I really love helping other's and I have a large background in sport's injury's and also personal fitness. If you can help me with my question I would certainly appreciate it. #medicine #sports #personal-training
What are different types of engineers that are less technical or don't use coding?
I'm interested in science and math but I'm not as interested in the coding aspect of the engineering field. #college #engineering #engineer #majors
What are the different areas of Psychiatry?
I am thinking of going into Psychiatry but I don't know much about the different parts of it. Is there Psychiatry with a special focus on children? Can someone list the different areas of Psychiatry I could focus on? And if you are a Psychiatrist, do you have a specific focus (environment,...
What is "getting your residency"?
I was interested in going into the medical field, and people often refer to getting something called "your residency". #doctor #residency
How can I best be prepared for an interview?
I am going to an interview over the summer and I would like to know some tips. I am being interview to work in my schools communication team, #interviews #general
How do you know what you want to be?
I'm a sophomore in high school and I don't know what I want to be a major in yet... #college #professor
How difficult is it being an engineer?
I will be majoring in mechanical engineering and I heard some difficult things about it. I heard it is a very intense course and it should be something you care about? I am a math and science kind of person, so I am wondering if it is the correct choice to go into engineering. #science #math...
How long does it take to become a psychiatrist, and what are the steps to having a career in medicine? What is the best major to take in order to prepare you for the MCAT?
I will be a freshman at UC Davis this fall and intend to pursue a career in medicine. I currently have sociology as a major, but intend to switch to biology since it will help me in the MCAT. I am not sure if this is the best decision to take. #college #doctor #medicine #biology #majors #psychiatry
How can I become the FIFA president?
I love soccer and would love to work in the sport at the highest level. #soccer #president #fifa
What are the current job skills/responsibilities/task for a DATABASE/DATA ANALYST?
I'm an advertising major, looking to expand into high tech.
I would like to know what it takes to be a data analyst in the silicon valley. #databases #big-data
What are the first steps after college to be able to start your own Vet Practice??
My plan is to startmy own vet practice and I want to know whatsteps to take after college. #business #veterinary #veterinary-medicine
Does Majoring in Biology give you props when applying for a job in a vet's office?
I want to go to vet school after Community College and I love bio #biology #veterinary #veterinary-medicine
What do I do after high school if I want to be a pilot? Should I still go to college?
Hallo! My name is Aiden and I am a sophomore at Summit Prep #college #high-school #travel #flying
What is it like to be an anesthesiologist?
I'm interested in anesthesiology, and am curious as to what it is like to be one. What classes do you need to take in college? How much schooling do you need? What majors are helpful? If there is any other relevant information that you would find helpful, please let me know. #college #doctor...
What are some skills you learned outside of college that helped you in your field of Engineering?
While college education is a must in today's job market, what are some skills you learned outside of your schooling that helped you as an engineer in terms of competing in the job market? #engineering #electrical-engineering
What is expected to happen when working with teenagers?
I am currently working with kids but not with the specific age group that I hope to work with one day! #teaching #teacher #mentors #teenagers #parents
What do you do as a Mechanical Engineer?
I have been accepted to a college with Mechanical Engineer major, and I want to know what I can expect to see when I get a Job as one. Will I be filing reports, testing designs or sitting at a desk? Can I expect to get any hands on work or is it all through programs like an auto-CAD?...
Is writing a realistic profession?
I want to be a writer but I feel like it's impractical and unrealistic. #writing #writer
I am interested in become either a neurosurgeon or anesthesiologist.
I am a high school senior, and am planning on being a nursing major with a focus in pre-med. Am I on a good path as of now? If so, what else can I do? Note: I am also planning on becoming an EMT, and working as one while I go to college. #college #nursing #medicine #pre-med #medicine-school...
What is a good major for someone wanting to have a career in Occupational Therapy?
I want to know what majors to look into. #college #occupational-therapy
What major should I study if I want to work in non-profit organizations?
I mostly want to work with the homeless population . #non-profit #worker
Is it better to go to a 4-year college or transfer in from a community college?
I'm debating whether I should go straight to a 4 year or transfer in from a community college. #college #transfer
What are the benefits of obtaining a Biomedical degree?
I am a senior currently applying to colleges and am questioning having a Biomedical degree. What kind of jobs would I benefit from having this degree?
what schools in California are good to become a veterinarian?
i am a senior in high school and am interested in becoming a veterinarian and i have already applied to colleges but want to know what other ones may be good for me to apply on my path to becoming a veterinarian. #school #veterinarian #colleges
How long does it take to become a nurse and what classes should you take ?
I want to know what courses you need to come a nurse. #nurse
What classes should I take in High school to become a teacher or dentist?
Im interested in Dentist or teacher. #teacher #dentist
What are good majors to take to become an elementary teacher?
I want to become an elementary teacher and I am in my senior year of high school and wondering what good majors are. #teaching #teacher #professors #elementary-education
What type of internship would you take to become a nurse?
I would like to become a pediatric nurse. #nurse
What Colleges or Universities in California offer an Orthodontist program?
Orthodontist #future #california #orthodontics
If you are a licensed architect, is it beneficial to get a masters or m.arch?
I am definitely going to get a bachelors in architecture or b.arch and plan on sitting on the licence exam should I get an m.arch? #design #architecture #architect #masters
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