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Reena Danika Jan 30 670 views

Should I drop AP Physics C as a junior 2nd semester?

I am a junior in my 2nd semester of high school. I took a course load of 5 APs and over the summer my mother was diagnosed with cancer. I’ve had a hard time managing my life and honestly am very mentally overwhelmed. I have taken AP Physics C and second semester I am on track for a D or F with...

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Jonathan Nov 30, 2025 647 views

What is the best way to go about setting up your schedule in college, while doing two sports, and trying your best to manage your time between school and sports?

- Senior
- Carmel Catholic High School
- Sports Management
- Football & Tennis

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Krisha Nov 30, 2025 640 views

What struggles do you face in biomedical engineering that you don't see in other types of engineering?

I am in 12th grade and am going into college next year. I enjoy biology and health and want to pursue engineering, but am unsure if I should do another type of engineering.

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Mackenzie Nov 30, 2025 376 views

How do I find internships that are 100% focused on what I want to do in life instead of them just brushing the surface What if after the internship I decide the field of study is not for me??

I'm interested in a career focused on Federal investigations, specifically psychological analytics. I would really like to be able to experience what it would be like however I'm worried I wont be able to find an internship that covers the crucial experience I need to know this field of study...

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Neha Nov 29, 2025 456 views

How does financial aid work?

Financial aid's a broad term that covers scholarships, loans, etc. I was wondering for example, Loyola gives you a 32k scholarship. Would that be all the money you recieve? Or later in the early spring, they look at whatever FASFA sends over?

#Fall25

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Julia Nov 29, 2025 459 views

What are specific sacrifices that pre-med or medical students often underestimate?

Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...

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Katharine Nov 28, 2025 402 views

what scholarships are good for a lgbtq students?

I want to find specialized scholarships so there's a smaller pool of applicants

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Cameron Nov 27, 2025 305 views

What are habits that I can start developing now to set myself up for success for medical school?

I am in 12th grade hoping to major in biology next year on a pre-med track. I am interested in helping people, and hopefully traveling the world healing people once I become a doctor. I want to best prepare myself in college, so that I have high chances of being accepted into medical school.

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Allison Nov 27, 2025 188 views

Where can I find part-time accounting jobs while attending college?

I am currently an accounting major at Elgin Community College, and plan to transfer to a four-year college in Fall 2026. I have taken a few accounting courses and would like to gain work experience before I graduate.

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Sofia Nov 25, 2025 960 views

How will I know if I am choosing the right major for my future? #Fall25

I am currently a Senior at York Community High School in Elmhurst IL, I am interested in possibly going into healthcare but also business but am trying to figure out how I can integrate the two together, I want to make sure that the major I choose is something that I will enjoy for the rest of...

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faith Nov 24, 2025 569 views

How did you know that your majir was the right one for you?

I feel like everyone either chooses a major based on thier skills or their passion in that field. However as someone who hasnt really figured out what they want to do in life how did you guys know what you wanted to do with your degree and still be happy?

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faith Nov 24, 2025 752 views

What are some different careers i can take up with a studio arts major and minor in communications ?

Ive always struggled with answering what exactly i want to do with my future. I dont really have a set goal in mind with what i wanna do i just know that it has something to do with Arts. I also have a great passion writing and journalism which is a career im thinking of exploring too.

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Oluwashindara Nov 19, 2025 158 views

How do I decide on a major that may or may not directly influence my future career path? And after choosing, how then do I pick a school ?

I'm a high school senior trying to swim through the pool of life. I have support but it all just seems overwhelming sometimes. What to do? Where to go? How to go? THE QUESTIONS ARE ENDLESS

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Adam Nov 19, 2025 495 views

What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions?

What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions? #fall25

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Mfadel Nov 19, 2025 324 views

What is some advice you'd give to someone prepping for a cloud engineering internship role?

When applying to software engineering positions and the like, people often recommend doing Leetcode, but I'm not sure if it would be the same for other roles!

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Fernando Nov 17, 2025 321 views

How do you balance personal fulfillment with your definition of success?

As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?

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Abbigail Nov 16, 2025 306 views

What study habits work best?

I am a senior in high school and am going to college next fall. I am planning on majoring in Pre-Med and would like tips for studying. Any examples/ideas would help.

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Ashlyn Nov 13, 2025 322 views

Do civil engineers consistently work closely with the environment?

I'm a high school senior looking into civil engineering, and I want to help conserve natural environments and our resources.

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Sofia Nov 10, 2025 377 views

How do you engage a student who does not want to learn?

I am majoring in elementary education and have had experience observing in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms. What are some of the most effective ways to teach students who deliberately refuse to participate and engage in class?

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Sebastian Nov 10, 2025 436 views

When in my college career should I start thinking about looking for internships?

I know internships are really important for post-college career development and I would like to know at what point should I be starting to look for them.

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Sebastian Nov 10, 2025 124 views

What is your best advice for effective time management in college?

I need some practical, easily implemented advice on how to manage my time in college, specifically the workload, not so much personal healthcare.

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Sebastian Nov 10, 2025 404 views

How can I start networking most effectively in my first days at college?

I know networking is very important post-college. Could you please give me some tips to do it more effectively?

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Arianna Oct 15, 2025 1182 views

What major should I choose if I want to become an occupational therapist and what can I do before reaching my goal ?

Hi Im a high school senior and i was wondering the steps i need to take to become a occupational therapist.

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Luciano Sep 03, 2025 1330 views

What are the entrance requirements for being a accountant

What are the requirements for be a accountant

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Akshay May 20, 2025 2474 views

What can I do to improve my job search strategy and increase my chances of getting interviews and offers, especially given my F-1 visa situation?

I hold a Master’s in Marketing Analytics and an MBA, with experience in B2B marketing, growth strategy, and working at startups. Over the past 6 months, I’ve actively applied to roles in marketing analytics, digital marketing, and growth-focused positions. I’ve tried multiple approaches,...

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Divina Apr 30, 2025 1163 views

How should students who are majoring in acting go about balancing their school life with work life, school life, personal life, etc., since this is one of the more busy programs to balance?

I am a first-year college student this fall, and the process of college is scary, especially with my intended career. I'm scared I'm going to lose out on downtime and want to know what life is like for acting students.

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Nicolas Apr 30, 2025 952 views

What are some good areas in the United States to find work as a Mechatronics Engineer?

I am a junior in college studying Mechatronics Engineering Technology. I know that this is the general career path that I would like to pursue, but I struggle with finding a specific job that I would pursue after school. I would like to work in the food/food packaging industry, but I am open to...

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Jonathon Apr 29, 2025 516 views

Does cost or experience matter more when choosing a college?

Right now I have hard choice between two colleges. One college is more prestigious in the area I am studying in, and I've been accepted into multiple honors programs, but it's not offering me any scholarships. The second college gave me a large scholarship, it's a private university. Overall,...

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Rachel Apr 29, 2025 931 views

How to get admitted to a Genetics Counseling Masters Program when switching careers??

What are the most helpful courses and best information to assist an adult student returning to college who has already earned a BS in Electrical Engineering Technology - Mechatronics and is looking to pivot by changing their career path and working to get admitted to a Genetics Counseling...

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Rushi Apr 28, 2025 1585 views

What makes you feel motivated to keep moving forward even when you are in your lowest in your life?

I live a life where everything is a bit harder due to me having guarantee undiagnosed ADHD. I push myself everyday because I know I am worth something and I don't want to stop myself when I have everything in my hands. I have been doubted by so many people where it started to get to me, then I...

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