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How useful is a minor in physics?
I am studying mechanical engineering to obtain a bachelor's degree, but I am considering studying astrophysics for my master's. Is the minor in physics worth it?
How can I manage being chronically ill while attending college ?
I am a 16-year-old senior, and I have been severely chronically ill since November 2024. I've had to do online school. How do I balance this and college?
What would be the best way to enter the work force from being a full time student at a university ?
I am a high school senior that plans on majoring in Chemical Engineering. Im just trying to find ways of what would be best suited for me that would allow me to pursue my passion within stem, as well as allow me to find a placement that would allow me to start somewhere and build on myself.
What is the day in the life of a career that best suits a person who enjoys the major of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics?
I am interested in law, but am very interested in exploring all the options that would suit my varying interests.
What are some concrete steps students can take in their senior year to show improvement and resilience if their earlier grades weren’t anything special?
I am a senior in high school. My favorite classes are english and forensics. I am committed to John Jay College of Criminal Justice for Forensic Psychology
What skills or activities can I do in college to make myself stand out amongst the rest when it comes to obtaining a career in Psychology, specifically, Mental Health Counseling ?
#Spring 26 I am pursuing a degree in Psychology. I hope to obtain a Bachelor's or Master's degree in order to strive for the career and certification of a mental health counselor. Psychology is a popular major that is even required as a class for those who are not majoring in the field. In...
What are some unique ways you have brought down your college costs? #Spring26
I have applied for numerous scholarships but am still looking at needing about $20,000 in loans per year to cover my costs. I don't want to be in crippling debt when I graduate and would love ideas I may not have thought of.
How does one manage time being a mom, working full time (remote) & being in nursing school?
I work full time from home. I am a mom of a 1 year old and a 6 year old. I am in a nights & weekend program.
How can I make sure that I obtain my goal of working remotely as an actuary, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance?
I am a freshman studying at Penn State Main Campus. My intended major is actuarial science, and I love it so far! My favorite class is calculus, and my favorite pastime is being in nature. I am interested in remote work, but I know how easy it is to let work slip into home life and free time. I...
What is the day in the life of a pediatric physician? What if you are in the room with a patient who has stridor in their tracheal area as a respiratory therapist?
Do you leave the room and get assistance, or do you stay with the patient and yell for help or activate a rapid response? I was thinking that you stay with the patient and use the medical phone to call for help.
How do you stay consistent with your academics, especially when things start to feel overwhelming This is coming from a college freshman trying to learn how to get used to managing school/life/work balance.?
This is coming from a college freshman trying to learn how to get used to managing school/life/work balance.
How can I become a reliable dependable person in the workforce when I'm just starting out? What skills do I need to be proficient in before joining the work force? #Spring26
I'm going to start looking for internships next, and I'm a little scared about what is to be expected from me. This would be my first "job" in a business setting.
How do you not get overwhelmed when switching to a new school?
When moving to a new school for college how do you avoid getting overwhelmed? What would help a person not get picked on and make friends?
what are some good careers for people with adhd?
what are some good jobs for somebody who has adhd/autism, but doesnt like math or have any interest in working into the medical feild. but does very well in english and the soical sciences.
How much fulfillment are you supposed to receive from your job?
One of the ways I find motivation is by doing things that I am interested in, but I am not really finding jobs that excite me- is this normal? Is it necessary for me to find a job that motivates me by being interesting to me, or do I just need to be happy with something that I don't really...
What would be the best job shadow to do if you are interested in math and science?
Hi! I'm lilly, and my school is hinting at us getting our job shadows done by the end of January, but they are not due until the end of my senior year. (I am a junior at the moment.) I was wondering what the most beneficial shadow would be, as I'm interested in math (nuclear, astronomy, and...
What is the best choice of major/ career for me? (math and physics based)
I am a 16 year old high school junior (and am planning on going to college) and I have always been interested in fields like nuclear science and astronomy. I am open, and not restricting myself to the fields above, since I do not know exactly what would be the best path for me. -I really want...
What should someone keep in mind when planning a transfer to a school across the country?
I'm going to transfer to a college on the West Coast next fall. I currently live on the East Coast. Aside from finances and homesickness what are some other things to keep in mind as I relocate there for school? I would be living in the dorm and there is local public transportation at the school.
What is the best way to get a job in forensic science right out of college?
Is it better to pursue internships in the field first?
How does one "learn how to study"?
As a college freshman who excelled in high school AP classes, we never discussed or learned "how to study". Hence, I do not feel "studying" is doing what it needs to do. I am interested in learning and retaining material, not memorizing it and then poof it is gone. How does one "learn how to...
What opportunities should I look for in college to help me stand out in a future career in either zoology or marine biology?
I am currently a high school senior. My goal is to study marine biology or zoology in college so that I can get a career working with animals. From talking to college students and professors, I have learned that it is important to get research experience in college, but I want to know if there...
How viable is a career in Theatrical Lighting Design?
I'm currently a High School Senior applying to a variety of Colleges for Theatrical Lighting Design. After graduation, how stable could a career as a Lighting Designer or Master Electrician be?
What is the hardest thing to learn about Music Theory?
What's the most difficult concept to learn and master when it comes to Music Theory education, whether it be compositional, vocal or aural?
How to get remote work?
I'm taking remote classes in a rural area and don't have a vehicle or access to a bus, so work is really hard to get. Is there a good way to get remote work as a college student?
What does a day in the life look like for a medical student?
I’m a high school senior looking into careers in medicine. I really enjoy STEM based classes and want to consider different career possibilities realistically.
How do you contact music educators about student teaching?
I'm looking to become a music teacher, and I know that I will need student teaching experience. How do I contact music educators in order to set that up?
If I were to go into some form of law enforcement or first responder occupation, how would I continue to grow professionally and mentally, and persevere in a field that can seem mentally and physically draining and taxing?
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to look at this and making this scholarship even possible! I am currently a senior in High School. After I graduate, I plan on attending college to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice. I have already taken courses on Cybercrime, Terrorism Psychology, and...
How difficult is it to do several extracurricular activities while pursuing a major in nursing??
I love being involved in many things but am not sure if that's possible with a major in nursing. How should I balance everything?
What knowledge and skills are important for a woman entering the audio and technical theater industry? Is there anything I should be worried about or aware of??
I know I'm entering a male-dominated field, but I love audio and technical theater and don't want to be pushed aside due to being a woman. Is there anything I should know or do to make sure I'm not brushed off?
What career choice is really best for me if I graduate with an Accounting degree?
I'm going to Michigan College as a freshman in Spring 2026. I'm going for accounting but don't know what career I want specifically. I love math so I chose accounting because I saw it fits me. Everyone says the same thing to me but never explains why. When I look up the jobs they describe...
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