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Jada Aug 31 1698 views

Question from a 9th grader: How did you get started in your career, and what choices helped you the most?

Hello! I am a 14-year-old 9th-grade student from the United States. For a school assignment, I am exploring potential future career paths and learning about what it takes to succeed in the professional world. I have a wide range of interests right now, including therapy/mental health, law...

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Patience Aug 04 2820 views

How to get from PharmD to bench work drug synthesis?

As a high school senior, my current plan is to enter a 6 year PharmD program, then either go into a fellowship or a PhD program (in Organic Chemistry, perhaps) to secure the relevant qualifications for the R&D work I want to do. However, I'm very hesitant about the PharmD portion, as I am...

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Patience Aug 04 2074 views

Would a BSc in Chemistry from an Ivy League be more attractive to employer & PhD programs than a BSc (BSPS) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from another good school?

As it stands, I have a few great schools in mind for a BSPS that I think I stand a good chance of getting into (ex. Northeastern University, University of Pittsburg, University of Michigan at Ann Arbor). However, I've hesitated to add any Ivy Leagues to my college list because none of them...

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Patience Aug 03 1703 views

How To "Secure" A PhD program?

I'm fairly certain I'll have to pursue a PhD after my undergrad degree in order to do the pharma R&D I dream about. What can undergrad today do to better their chances of finding a professor to take them on? Beyond undergrad research, what kinds of opportunities exist to establish yourself in...

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Patience Aug 03 710 views

Is BSPS + Organic Chem PhD a strong profile for Big Pharma Work?

What are the logistics of doing a BSPS followed immediately by a PhD in Organic Chemistry? Would an OrgoChem PhD would be more advantageous than a MedChem PhD towards securing a bench job in big pharma? Is a BSPS a good undergrad degree to support that? I'm inclined towards it in order to leave...

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Patience Aug 02 1209 views

What Can You Do With A BSPS?

What quality of job (pay & technicality) can one expect with solely a Bachelors of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences? Is it worth it/feasible to work (primarily to afford further education), or should one just go straight for a graduate degree in something else (ex. Medicinal Chemistry) and...

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Ava May 01 417 views

What experiences (internships, research, language skills, networking, etc.) would make me a competitive candidate for top law schools and legal firms?

I'm a freshman in college majoring in economics and East Asian Studies with aspirations to become an international corporate lawyer working between the U.S. and China. In college, I hope to gain the rich interdisciplinary perspective necessary to foster collaboration across borders. This...

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Matthew May 01 151 views

What was the hardest part about becoming an investment banker and what extra steps should be taken in order to grow within the career space?

I'm a high school senior entering college next year with the eventual hope of becoming an investment banker. I excel at math and am very interested in the economy.

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Landon Apr 29 911 views

How can I manage my time better so I don't get overwhelmed by work and still have time to do things I want and need to do (Hobbies, job, etc)?

How can I manage my time better so I don't get overwhelmed by work and still have time to do things I want and need to do (Hobbies, job, etc)?

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Elizabeth Apr 26 152 views

What is the best way to reach out to college professors you have not had classes with about getting involved in undergraduate research in their lab?

(#Spring26) I am currently a graduating high school senior committed to college for Biochemistry and Biophysics and planning to pursue a career in biomedical research on genetic engineering for treatment of neurological cancers and Alzheimer's disease. There is a professor at my school in the...

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Shayna Apr 22 180 views

What will life look like for me as a BSN (bachelor of science in nursing) new grad?

I am a high school senior on the edge of graduating high school and going to a 4-year university to get my BSN and becoming a nurse. My family will have to take out loans given the current price of college, and we've come to terms with the fact that I will be helping them pay it back after...

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Alexis Apr 15 172 views

College question?

How to be less stressed with work load?

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Allie Apr 14 184 views

How are the different kinds of loans repaid?

What is the difference in types and amount of interest, what is a good grace period, what does fixed income mean?

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Zia Apr 14 177 views

How should I set myself up as a college freshman to make sure I can do all the things I want to do?

There's so many aspects of college to consider. Classes, study abroad, clubs. How should I set myself up as a freshman to make sure I'm in a good position for the future?

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Jaeda Apr 13 526 views

How can I choose the right job or college to catered towards what I want to do for my career to be an Author?

I am 19, I graduated high-school last year. I was class of 2025 in June. My original plan was to attend college like everyone and my parents wanted. I did online but things got hectic for me so I left. I've never had a job. I know that writing is my passion. I would love to become an Author one...

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Nicholas Jan 30 621 views

Which science should I take next year?

I am undecided for college what science should I take in senior year highschool

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Roger Jan 30 405 views

What are desk jobs that I can get with an Associates in graphic Design? And ones with no degree?

I have an assocaites in graphic design and am wondering what desk jobs that are out there. I'm asking for desk jobs specifically becuase as someone who has worked at a deli for 3 years I've realized my knees don't take a liking to standing for very long haha. Ive asked in a previous question...

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Roger Jan 28 1187 views

Im a plateroom operator right now for a printing plant. What jobs can i get into with this experience?

I was able to get a plateroom job, which from the past year there seems relatively easy. Not suprised they hired me it's not that hard to do, still alot to know and remember of course. Im wondering what are some jobs, IN and NOT IN, the printing industry that I can apply for having worked this...

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genesis Jan 07 1464 views

How do you cook food? Do you use a recipe book?

I am in 8th grade. I did a career interest survey and meal service is one of my interests. I'd want to make sushi.

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genesis Jan 07 1376 views

How do you make clothes What school do you need to go to??

I am in 8th grade. I did a career interest survey and fashion is one of my interests.

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Jacob Nov 29, 2025 229 views

How does the student manage their time with studying and sports and college life?

How does the student manage their time with studying and sports and college life?

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Lianexis Nov 29, 2025 794 views

How do academic successes and challenges, combined with significant personal experiences, act as catalysts in shaping an individual's aspirations for higher education and their ultimate career goals?

Past experiences, encompassing both academic and personal endeavors, play a crucial role in molding aspirations for higher education and future career paths. These experiences act as catalysts by shaping our interests, equipping us with valuable skills, and clarifying our core values.

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Milkiyad Nov 26, 2025 636 views

What was the hardest part about transitioning from high school to college and what helped you to adapt to college?

I am a senior and will be a freshman for the 26/27 year. I plan to major in business and I just want to know how different college is from high school.

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Myles Nov 23, 2025 225 views

How can a young white male get better chances at winning scholarships #Fall25?

Been looking for scholarships for awhile now, no dice been feeling like it's not worth it for a while now.

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Martina Nov 19, 2025 316 views

What kinds of different jobs and degrees can I get that have to do with ecology?

I want to do something to do with ecology but I’m not sure what jobs you can get with which degrees and what degree i should get/major in.

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Landon Nov 17, 2025 483 views

What is the biggest struggle being an environmental police officer?

Im a 17 year old senior planningto study Enviromental science in college with the hopes of being an environmental police officer. Throughout talking to numerous current EPO's I've heard so many great things but I am still wondering what some of the struggles are.

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Dora Nov 14, 2025 564 views

What steps should I take now as a Human Services student to prepare for a future career supporting veterans as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker #Fall25?

I am a Human Services student and my goal is to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker so I can work with veterans who face mental health challenges. I want to know what skills, experience, or opportunities I should focus on now while I’m still in school. Any guidance will help me plan my path.

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Casey Anne Nov 09, 2025 927 views

How do you afford to attend Pratt Institute?

I'm looking to transfer to Pratt Institute and I'm struggling a bit to justify the cost of tuition along with room and board. What's the best way to afford the high cost?

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Alieah Nov 06, 2025 773 views

What are the best study methods for the CPA exam?

I am looking for different study methods that have helped people pass their CPA exams

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Emily Oct 22, 2025 275 views

Hello! I hope everyone reading this is doing well. I am currently a sophomore at the University of Connecticut studying Biomedical Engineering. I am planning my future schedules and want advice in choosing a concentration and minor. My school requires BME majors to select a concentration. I am torn between the two concentrations; Biomechanics & Mechanobiology (first conc.) and Systems, Imaging, & Instrumentation (second conc.). I am also looking into minoring in Electronics and Systems, and most of the courses required to complete this minor overlap with the Systems, Imaging, & Instrumentation concentration. Electronics and systems has been something that I have been interested in for a while, so this pair is calling out to me the most as of late. This past summer, I participated in a practicum where I explored both bio-signals and biomechanics. During this practicum, I was able to build a 3D printed robotic hand while investigating various methods of body-machine interfacing for prosthetic control. Most of the work I focused on was working with flex sensors (which we made) and making things like an instrumentation amplifier, an active band pass, and full rectifier, which were used to make an electromyograph. This experience reignited my passions and curiosity for both biomechanics and bio-signals. This is why I am torn between both concentrations, and which to pair with minor I’m interested in. So, the options I have made for myself are; Biomechanics & Mechanobiology concentration paired with Electronics & Systems major OR Systems, Imaging, & Instrumentation paired with the Electronics & Systems major. I am also wondering on which pair would be the most beneficial for me in industry post-graduation. Any advice helps. Thank you in advance!

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