Westminster, Massachusetts
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Vocational Inquiry
I got heart surgery about 2 years ago and since then I have stuck to the idea of being in the health field. I KNOW I want to be a Cardiologist. However, I don't know if I want to be a surgeon or physician. I had asked my cardiologist what classes they thought I should take and they said AP Math...
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Where should I start when searching for universities abroad?
Where should I start when searching for universities abroad? #Fall22
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College life question
What is a normal day like as a typical nursing-major college student in the first year? #Fall22
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High demand occupations
What occupations are in high demand and have the highest paying salaries?
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What can I do to learn or prepare for civil engineering?
Is there any classes or opportunities I can take to get some first hand experience?
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Are STEM jobs more financially safe than jobs involving art?
I want to be an author, but would it be more financially safe to pursue a job in STEM and instead keep writing as a hobby?
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What is the most difficult part of getting a major in computer science or business/marketing in college?
In the future I would love to start my own business or become a programmer. If possible I want to do both. I want to know as much information as I can to achieve this goal.
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What is the best career for an interest in Forensic Science?
I’ve always been interested in forensic science, but there seems to be so many paths you can go down with this major. What will be my best option? #fall22
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What career should I go into that could help someone physically or mentally but is also high paying?
I'm in 9th grade (14)
I enjoy helping people in any way I can.
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How can I explore what I am interested in and want to do in the future?
I ask this because I don't know what I want to do yet.
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How many extracurriculars should I be involved in for my college applications?
Is there an amount that is too much or an amount that is too low? Please let me know.
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What to do after college?
What do you do when the career you go into college hoping to do doesn't feel right when you graduate? If maybe the path, like medicine feels right but the specialty isn't; how should we find the specialty that is right for us?
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I need help with these college questions, can anyone help me with it?
How long to I have to be in college to get a well-paying job?
What do I have to do to get a well-paying job?
When is it the best time to go to college?
How much do I have to pay to get into a good college?
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What's in store for my Academic Future?
How can I assure myself that I have the ability to get into college and if I do how will I afford it? Even with financial aid, is there any other way to help pay for college if I apply to go to a more famous college with a lower acceptance, why is the cost of tuition higher than others?
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what is the reason to move on in life after you graduate highschool or college?
for example its gonna feel like an emptyspace once you leave school
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How do you..?
How do you manage your time?
what is the key to time management?
between work, school, friends, self-care, and personal needs
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What high school classes should I take for computer engineering?
In the future I am planning on having a career in the category of engineering and/or computers. What high school classes should I take so that I am able to pursue a the career that I want?
#Fall22
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How do you know your selected major in college will get you a successful job right out of college?
Business major
Currently a senior
Marketing
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what is college like and how much would it cost to get in to college how do you start to get into colleges and when should i start going to college after im done with high school?
i have already have been to a lot of colleges and they have been good but i would like to hear more about other colleges
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What design jobs pay the best in Massachusetts
10th grade,i personally like designing things.
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what is college like and how much would it cost to get in to college how do you start to get into colleges and when should i start going to college after im done with high school
what is college like and how much would it cost to get in to college how do you start to get into colleges and when should i start going to college after im done with high school
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Where to start with Game design and coding?
What websites or courses are good for learning basics about Coding? Are there any YouTube videos that cover certain things that i may need to know?
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what can you do besides theater to become an actor ?
Besides theater is school, what other ways can I take to become an actor while Im still in school?
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What should someone take into consideration when choosing a career path?
I'm a sophomore in high school and I'm still stuck on what career path I want to take. I don't want to choose to be something, put so much effort to become that for the rest of my life and then not end up liking it.
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What should I do to become a High school football coach?
I'm in high school now and I want to be a high school football coach in 10-15 years.
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Can anyone tell me if Fitchburg University is any good ?
I have had a tour of Fitchburg University in my Freshman year.Can anyone say if it is a good college?
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Choosing a career path?
What should you take into consideration when choosing what career path you want to take in life?
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Is there a certain college that would benefit a career as a therapist the most?
What if I want to get into a career in therapy is there a specific college that would help me best?Is there a certain college for psychological education or is it just all in their study choices in regular colleges?
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How to start Architecture?
I am highly interested in Architectural design and wish to know how to start on the path to a civic architect.
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College Courses ?
can i re take a class in college if i dont do well the first time to help my GPA?
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fbi and secret services question
what can i do to help get into the fbi after high school and college? ,what would help my chances?
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I want to get a bfa - how hard is it to get into a program?
I’m 14 and want to pursue acting as a career, particularly Shakespeare. My plan right now is to do 5-7 plays a year during high school, do the ESU Shakes comp, create Shakes clubs where I can start getting directing experience, continue with my outside of school acting coach, singing as well,...
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What Is it like to be a police officer? And what kind of steps did you personally take to become a police officer? Also how much would the median range salary for this job title? Very curious and interested to know !
Hello, I honestly wanted to know what Is It like to be a police officer? Like what kind of steps did you have to take to get this role? , And by chance , How much would be for the median range salary for this job position? Any advice or tips? Very curious to hear some answers! Also wanted to...
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what type of education do you need to become an actor? what type of education do you need to become a writer or an author? Is college a good idea for acting skills and author skills?
How much money would it be to get into college for acting/athor/writing/etc?
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What steps do I need to learn in order to become an advanced coder?
I've been wanting to code for a while now and now I get to learn some. I'm not sure if we will be learning about javascript here, but I want to learn more about computer techs because I want to be a youtuber when I grow up. I also want to be a web designer or a video game designer! #technology...
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What are some simple jobs that I could have, (before I start/finish college) that have to do with graphic design?
So I'm looking for an entry-level job that has to do with graphic design. I don't know what jobs I should be looking for. I probably want to be a motion graphic designer, so if there's a simple job related to that somehow that would be preferable. Thanks for the future responses....
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What's a good college where I can go in person in New England for a good price?
I'm 56 years old, single mom of a special needs young adult.
I want to go back to college to finish my Bachelor's degree. I already have 60+ credits from Community College. I'm a native English speaker and live in Worcester, Massachusetts.
#HigherEducation
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College Application Process
Hi! I am a junior in high school, and I plan to apply to colleges soon. I was wondering if this community has any advice on creating the best application possible. I plan to focus on extracurriculars, achievements, and grades. Do you have any tips on how to create an application that stands out...
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Requirements for a Behavioral Psychologist
Hello! I am in the 11th grade, and I plan to major in psychology. I am interested in pursuing behavioral psychology specifically, and I was wondering what degrees are needed to become one. What bachelors and graduate degrees are required? Would any particular minors be useful to take as well?...
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Day in the Life of a Clinical Psychologist
Hi! I am a junior in high school who is planning to major in psychology. I was wondering what a typical day looks like for a clinical psychologist. What is the work environment like? Can you have a private practice? Also, what are the typical responsibilities that they must uphold? #therapy...
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Branches of Psychology
Hello! I am a junior in high school who is planning to major in psychology in college. I was wondering which specific job would fit me best. I enjoy working with people one on one, and I’m not a fan of a large group atmosphere. I enjoy helping people, and being a support system for them. Also,...
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Career Choice/ Career Path
Hi! I am currently a junior in high school, and I am starting to think about what I want to study in college. At school, I am interested in psychology and music. My hobbies include singing, acting, and reading. I also enjoy being a part of a mental health awareness club called “Mind Matters” at...
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Looking for advice on surviving law school.
As a future first generation law student, I am looking for advice on how to survive law school, especially 1L. How is the workload? What should I do to survive finals? Not sure what law school I am attending, but I know that the curriculum is somewhat the same. #lawyers #pre-law #law
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Looking for advice about CareerVillage professionals landed their law careers
I am looking for advice on how lawyers on CareerVillage landed their careers. I would love to know what majors, colleges, law schools, and internships that professionals have landed that lead them to the careers they have today. Any other piece of general advice are welcome! #law #corporate-law...
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Looking for answers about helpful college majors and classes for lawyers.
As I begin my college career in the fall, I am wondering if there are any helpful classes or majors that work well in law careers. I am aware that there is no major requirement for law school, but wondering if there are any particular classes/majors that lawyers still find helpful in their...
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I am interested in the day-to-day life of a law firm.
I am a senior in high school looking for some more information on the day-to-day workings of a law firm. How often do criminal lawyers visit jails or go to trial? How much group collaboration is there within a firm? Do attorneys tag team cases, or is it more of an independent effort? Thanks in...
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I am in the 12th grade and I am just beginning to explore my future career, what are some careers and helpful next steps I should consider based on my passions and interests?
At school, I am most interested in sociology, law, and economics, while my hobbies include sports, student government, and band. A topic that I am passionate about is social justice. What are some career options that best align with these interests and what are some helpful next steps I can do...
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What is the best way to connect with organizations to apply my degree in marine biology?
I am a high school student planning on going to college to major in marine biology and data science. I want to make the most out of my marine biology degree - I have my eye out for valuable experiences or opportunities that will allow me to network with organizations, but what else can I...
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