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Shea Jan 05 821 views

How do I decide where to go to college?

I’m a current HS junior and have always been a really good student (all A’s). I know that I want to get a college education, and am really considering going into pediatric OT. I just don’t think I’m ready to go away from home. I’ve looked at some good schools within an hour or so from home, but...

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Shea Jan 04 990 views

How do I become a pediatric OT?

I’m a current junior in HS and interning every week with a pediatric OT in an elementary school and absolutely love it! What steps should I take to peruse a career as a pediatric OT?

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Benjamin Dec 16, 2025 499 views

What jobs can I get with a political science degree?

I know you can be a lobbyist, but what else?

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Liam Nov 28, 2025 296 views

What does it take to actually get your first job in the fields of Computer Science or Game Development #Fall25 #fall25?

Everyone tells you it's all about internships and grades, but in this field of study, aren't prior experience and projects way more important? #Fall25 #fall25

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John Nov 21, 2025 699 views

Dentistry?

Hello, I'm considering a career as a dentist. What are some good tips you might have?

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Avery Nov 19, 2025 352 views

If I want to get into crime scene investigation or something g similar in the future, what should I study or prepare for?

I'm currently in 8th grade and have developed an interest in things related to crime. I often find myself writing out scenes and wondering how they could be solved, which has led me to my interest in this career path. I was just wondering what I'd need to study or what I should be prepared to...

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Kaiden Nov 16, 2025 222 views

What are little things I should keep in mind with when transitioning to college ?

I’m currently 16 about to turn 17 on the 26 of November. Just me thinking about college can be stressful and there’s so much things to think of. I’m someone where there’s always something to get done, so having that mentality I figured I should ask what are little things I should always...

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Keira Nov 15, 2025 304 views

What is the best way to win scholarships?

How to find local scholarships? #Fall25

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Juliana Nov 06, 2025 261 views

What education is needed to become a social worker in NY #fall25?

Don’t know if the money is good enough for the amount of education needed, do I need a doctorate?

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Bella Oct 31, 2025 520 views

Should I continue doing extracurriculars/sports I don't love anymore since they will make my college application look better?

I'm a junior, and I'm not as interested in some of my extracurriculars as I used to be. I feel like I'm only doing them because I don't want to quit when I'll be applying to college next year, but they're also making it harder to find time for the things I enjoy. My parents cautioned me against...

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Indigo Oct 22, 2025 1200 views

What careers might suit someone interested in both STEM and the humanities?

I'm a HS junior and I've always been interested in both STEM and the humanities. I especially like science, computer programming, and history. I've struggled to narrow down specific careers I would like to pursue, since I'd really like to combine multiple of my interests. I know that I could...

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Avah Oct 22, 2025 1165 views

What can I do to narrow down my options for a career in medicine?

I'm a high school student who is really interested in going in to the medical field after college. I'm currently taking three biology related courses at school (biology, neuroscience, and anatomy and physiology) and I want to narrow down my options to a specific field of medicine to specialize...

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Yun Oct 22, 2025 1425 views

How should I decide my major for college?

I’m now a junior in a high school, and I’m really confused with what major I’m willing to take in college. I have some experience and knowledge about Psychology since I used to be really interested in learning something related to Psychology and brain. However, I’m getting more interest in...

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Aliyah Oct 22, 2025 868 views

Medical professionals (nurses in particular), how do you manage work-life balance ?

High School Student (Junior)
College Bound
Pre-Med

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Maia Oct 22, 2025 624 views

What should I major in college if I like these things?

I'm interested in history, Latin, arts (especially fiber arts and photography), and the environment, but I don't like science. I enjoy writing essays for school but I hate taking tests. After school, I would love for my job to be active (physically), or outdoors if possible (obviously not if I...

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Matilda Oct 22, 2025 1026 views

What are some careers or majors that involve coming up with solutions to climate change and related environmental issues?

I am interesting in environmental science, engineering, and law, but I want a career that allows me to brainstorm solutions for environmental issues. I am unsure if I have the right skillset for environmental engineering, but I do enjoy its job description. If I major in environmental science...

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Bella Oct 10, 2025 1488 views

I love writing and am interested in pursuing it, but I'm unsure what my future would look like if I took writing seriously, and I don't want to make the wrong choice.

I love writing personal essays and stories, but what kind of career can I make out of that? I also love to cook / bake, but its always been a hobby. Now I'm not sure if I should think about taking it more seriously. I don't want to waste time by making the wrong decision about what I want to do.

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Sonia Oct 08, 2025 1610 views

What can I do in high school to prepare for a career in computer science?

I am a high school student and I want to go into a career in programming or data science and I am wondering if there is something I can do while I'm still in high school to prepare. What kind of internships or independent studies would help me get into a good college and later job...

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London Oct 08, 2025 583 views

What are good psychology courses to take? Is it worth it to go to an Ivy League school for psychology?

Should I do AP Psychology outside of my school? What clubs or programs could I join in either New York City or Pittsfield?

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Myles Oct 08, 2025 669 views

How long would I have to go to college for if I'm interested in American Sign Language interpretation?

I am interested in a career involving ASL, particularly being a translator or working in Deaf Education. How many years would I have to go to college? I researched it a bit and came up with about twelve years. This isn't an automatic deal breaker for me, but that is a very long time, and I want...

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Ivy Oct 08, 2025 861 views

What major and job fits me?

I’m currently a high school student, the majors I’m interested in are business and computer science. Could you please give me some advice about which majors fit me in college. Also, I’m very confused about what job I can do if I’m interested in these majors. Additionally, my hobbies are fashion...

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Nguyen Oct 08, 2025 848 views

How to set up a good profile for internship as a high school student ?

Hi, I’m currently a junior, but I’m really passionate about learning my future career field. As I want to dig deeper into economic, I feel like finding internship is very important. However, the problem I’m having is not knowing what or how to start. I would be appreciated if someone help me...

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Sonia Oct 08, 2025 645 views

How bad is the job market for data scientists and software engineers at an entry level position? Will it get worse with AI?

I am a high school student wondering about what career would be open for me. I like programming and computer science but I've heard that the job market is bad because so many people are interested in that kind of career and AI is taking jobs.

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Charlie Oct 08, 2025 948 views

What high school jobs are helpful for some going in to the field of education?

Education is something that i very interested am going in to (specifically Special ed) what jobs suitable for a high school student would help best prepare me for a career in this field?

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Mila Oct 08, 2025 793 views

How can I get my novel published traditionally and find a publisher and editors that suit me financially and professionally and with my art?

I am 16 years old (a junior in high school) and have been writing my since I was 3 years old. I wrote my first novel in 3rd grade and have dreamed about being a published author for so long. My goal right now is to get published by the time I graduate or the summer of my freshman year of...

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Myles Oct 08, 2025 1132 views

Is it possible for me to go to college to be a ASL translator if before college I only have very, very basic ASL knowledge ?

I have always been very interested in being an ASL translator. However, my family has been unable to afford programs to teach me. I have learned a little through online courses, but my knowledge is limited. And I am not even sure if what I do know is correct. I really want to enhance my signing...

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Bella Oct 08, 2025 804 views

How do I narrow down my options?

I have absolutely no idea what I want to do or what I what college major to choose. I know some of the things I'm interested in (writing, literature, music, philosophy, direct care) but how can I narrow it down?

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London Oct 08, 2025 468 views

How do you become a photoshoot model?

What is the height requirement for photoshoot models? How do you sign up to modeling agencies? how do you establish connections in the modeling industry? how do you get in contact with agencies?

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Indigo Oct 08, 2025 918 views

What would a career in data science look like?

I'm a HS Junior and I love data representation and statistics, making lists, etc, so I'm considering going into data analytics/data science, but I'm not sure what a career in that field would actually look like.

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Sydney Oct 08, 2025 522 views

How can I get into veterinary studies with little to no experience ?

I am currently a Junior in high school. I haven't had any experience with animals however, this year starting in November I will be going to an internship at an animal site. What are some step I can take to get more involved in animal studies.

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