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Sienna Apr 21 130 views

How many hours should I work while going to school FT my first year in NYC?

How many hours are manageable to work while going to school my freshman year? I am going to be in NYC and will be attending classes full time. I will be starting out living in the campus dorms. I don’t want to sacrifice my grades and at the same time I don’t want to have too much time on my...

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Casey Apr 21 245 views

How do you effectively balance discipline with an engaging and enjoyable learning environment?

I am currently a High School Senior looking for a degree in music education. I am very excited to help guide the new generation! I love babysitting my neighbors and work as a camp counselor, however, I find that it is hard to find a balance between having fun and being disciplined. If I play...

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Ava Apr 21 405 views

What is the best way to form genuine meaningful connections in college with people who will help you advance your professional goals, provide academic and emotional support, and introduce you to new things?

As a 17-year-old senior in high school, making new friends this year has at times been challenging, as I feel like my peers have already found a group they belong to. However, throughout my high school experience I have branched out so much and met so many new people. Part of the reason I am...

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Nicolas Apr 20 269 views

Does life actually get easier right after you get your degree, or do we have to keep on achieving a higher education for life to get easier (From a physics major)?

I am trying to get a degree on physics with a concentration in engineering and trying to add a minor on mathematics. I am heading to my junior year of college.

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Natalia Apr 20 204 views

What is the best way to experiment with jobs to find what career best fits you?

I am a chemistry major and am unsure of where to start. There is so many different career options, and shadowing is difficult to find where I am from. #Spring26

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Braydon Apr 19 234 views

Will attending a 2-year Electrical program and earning an AOS degree help me apply and get into a local IBEW Electrical Union after school?

I am looking for advice from existing union members and electricians to see if this is a good path to help me get into the local union.

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Genevieve Apr 18 54 views

Can I teach a subject that I minor in at the college level, or do I have to major in that subject?

I'm going into college next year, and I want to major in history and minor in related subjects (philosophy, women & gender studies). I plan on becoming a history professor. Can I teach related classes like philosophy once I finish my degree and get a teaching certificate, or would I have to...

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Elle Apr 17 254 views

Where do I start to make college more affordable?

I am a high school senior looking for a way to make college more affordable so i can reduce the burden on my family.

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Perras Apr 17 159 views

How do I know if my passion for veterinary medicine is sustainable long-term, and what steps can I take early in my career to prevent burnout? #Spring26

I’m a first-generation college student currently pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. I’ve been working in veterinary settings since I was 16, gaining experience in general practice, emergency care, and client communication. These experiences have shown me both the incredibly rewarding and...

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Harry Apr 12 693 views

How much harder are STEM Courses in college compared to Business courses in College?

I've always heard from friends who are in engineering or computer science that they have such a heavy workload, and when I compare it to my accounting classes, it almost looks similar. Are many STEM courses that heavy compared to business courses?

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Yana Apr 08 139 views

How do I choose a major that’s suited to my interests and also provides financially stable career paths? #Spring2026

I’m a high school senior who’s interested in English, journalism, and business, but I’m not sure how to create a good major/minor combo that will give me entry level job stability.

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Norah Apr 07 238 views

Are summer classes worth taking so I have less classes during the semester?

I want to take anatomy over the summer, but I don't know if I should.

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Stella Apr 06 98 views

How should I start going about learning more in nutrition if I want to major in Nutrition Science? #Spring26

I am planning on attending University of Connecticut in the fall of 2026, and I would like to know what classes I should take for a career in nutrition.

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Adrianna Mar 21 577 views

What jobs could I get with good pay at the age of 14?

I want to get a good paying job but I'm not sure if there is any for my age. I want a job because I want to help out my family and be able to afford things.

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Anna-Mariya Nov 23, 2025 335 views

As a future chemical engineering major who hopes to eventually build a global company in innovative consumer products or cosmetic chemistry, what skills, college courses, and early experiences should I prioritize to best prepare for both the technical side of engineering and the entrepreneurial/business side of launching a startup?

I'm currently a high school senior applying to study chemical engineering in university. My interest in this field grew out of ordinary moments: my mom worked in retail when I was little, so I grew up surrounded by shelves of beauty products, and in high school I started my own small nail...

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