Career questions tagged college-advice
What classes do I need to take if I want to pursue a major in Data Science?
I am a highschool junior who wants to pursue data science as a college major. I've done a bit of research of the classes I need to take and would like to know whether I made the right choices. I am currently taking computer science principles and plan on taking pre calc, statistics, and computer science A next year.
What colleges near or in the Bay Area are great for a Finance major?
Write what you think to help me out.
How long does it take to become a veterinary technician? What education is needed?
I am a senior in high school and I'm interested in becoming a vet tech. I love working with animals so I'm really interested in learning more about this field of work.
Does WGU look good for Air force?
I am trying to get my bachelors degree for a position in the Air force, I heard WGU has a flat GPA rate of 3.0 and that would not do as well as brick and mortar schools. Is this true? What college can I do completely online that would look good for the Air force?
How do you stay committed to your true career goals when external pressure tells you to give up?
Hello everyone, I am currently at a critical crossroads regarding my future path. On one side, I have specific goals and personal ambitions that I am deeply passionate about achieving. On the other side, I am facing overwhelming external expectations—from family, societal norms, or environment—demanding that I surrender my dreams and choose a more conventional, "safe" route that others want for me. I would deeply appreciate advice from professionals who have stood in these exact shoes. Specifically: Persistence vs. Concession: How do you determine whether to keep pushing forward despite heavy opposition, or whether compromising is ever necessary? Real-Life Experiences: What is your true life story regarding a time you had to choose between societal expectations and your personal ambitions? What were the real-world consequences, and looking back, was it worth it? A Note on Responses: Please share genuine, unfiltered insights grounded in your actual life journey. I want to avoid platitudes or idealized, generic advice, as decisions made based on this guidance will directly impact my life and potentially the lives of other readers navigating similar struggles. Thank you for your time and honest guidance.
how can I prepare for a career in visual merchandising or fashion marketing while im still in high school? ?
im currently 17 years old and a senior in high school currently. im really interested in the fashion industry, especially fashion marketing and fashion merchandising. right now I am trying to decide between becoming a visual merchandiser and a fashion marketing specialist because i can see myself enjoying both of those careers. I really do like the creative side of fashion, such as styling myself in clothes or others or even styling looks together, but I am also interested in how clothing brands promote their products and create marketing campaign. Eventually I do wanna start my own business of mine in fahsion industry, I am planning to attend college after high school, but Im not sure what major I want to do or would best fit for me to start preparing now. I do want to learn the basics, gain experience and build my skills before college so im able to understand the industry more and feel prepared. but my questions really is if you work in fashion marketing, visual merchandising, what steps would you recommend me to start doing as a high school student to prepare for that career. is there any skills i should learn, projects I could start, college majors and experiences you would recommend to help me explore both of those paths. I would really appreciate advice from anyone with experience in fashion industry please !! thsnk you
Is SNHU a credible school?
I am looking to complete a bachelors degree online, and I was wondering if SNHU (Southern New Hampshire University) would look okay on resumes/profiles. What are the pros and cons? If it is not reputable, what online schools would you recommend?
How can I progress my education?
Hello, I am Shelly and seeking advice as to how to progress with my education. I currently have an associates degree, but I am looking to complete my bachelors. My issue is that I do not know which college to enroll in, as I am looking for something completely online and out of state. Would anyone have any advice or college recommendations that fit my parameters? I also am not familiar with how to enroll, as the courses for my associates were done through classes in highschool.
How much does the name of your art college matter in the real world?
What matters more for a long-term film career: the prestige/name of the art college, or the specific community and faculty mentorship you get there?
What advice would you give a student who is having trouble choosing a college major?
There are several majors that sound interesting to me, but I don't know enough about what studying them is actually like or what careers they can lead to. I'm also worried about choosing a major that is very competitive.
What's a good college when majoring in computer science around the Bay Area?
I'm a 10th grade student wanting to major in computer science.
What high school courses and college paths should I be focusing on?
Hello everyone! I am currently an 8th-grade student preparing to enter 9th grade, and my long-term career goal is to become a dermatologist. Since I am about to start high school, I want to make sure I am setting myself up for success early. I would love to get your advice on a few things: High School Courses: Which AP, IB, or advanced science and math classes should I prioritize over the next four years? College & Pre-Med: What should I look for in a university or undergraduate program to best prepare me for medical school? Are there specific majors you recommend? Extracurriculars & Tips: What can I do outside of the classroom (like volunteering, shadowing, or clubs) to build a strong background? Thank you so much for your time and guidance!
Things you wish you knew as a senior interested in nursing?
I am a senior in high school interested in nursing and was wondering what are good colleges that have a good nursing program? Also, is it better for me to attend cc and then transfer or go straight to go to a four year? With that should I only be applying to colleges with direct admit or should I expand my choices?
Law and Engineering?
I want to be a lawyer, but before that I need a Bachelor's degree; I was thinking between Engineering and Business. Engineering, in case law does not work out. But I am not sure what to do. Any advice?
What are some experiences you have had at NMT?
I am looking into New Mexico Tech and would like to know more about it. What did you major, and what was your experience?
How can a student learning web development and accounting stand out and secure employment in a severely constrained local economy?
Hello professionals, I am currently a commerce student proactively expanding my skill set by learning web development, including both front-end and full-stack concepts, alongside accounting and business fundamentals. My goal is to build a sustainable career that bridges my knowledge of business operations with practical software solutions. However, I am navigating an extremely challenging economic environment in my region. Local job opportunities in the traditional market are scarce and hyper-competitive, with high unemployment rates and minimal entry-level roles. Additionally, access to mainstream international freelancing platforms and remote work infrastructure is heavily restricted or inaccessible for most students in my area, leaving few direct pathways to earn online or gain formal local experience. Given these systemic barriers and the lack of traditional career entry points, I want to ensure that my self-driven learning leads to tangible outcomes. I would appreciate advice on the following: Alternative Pathways: How can a self-taught student build verifiable experience and credibility when standard local job listings and freelance marketplaces are not viable options? Skill Combination: What specific types of roles, projects, or niche services benefit most from a combined background in commerce, accounting, and web programming? Remote Outreach: What strategic steps can an applicant take to connect directly with international clients, open-source communities, or global companies without relying on traditional freelancing hubs? Portfolio Strategy: What kinds of practical projects can I build to demonstrate value to potential employers despite a lack of formal workplace experience? Thank you for sharing your insight and guidance.
What should i do after i gave my first attempt in neet pg? I scored too low(2lac rank)! I feel like i wasted my time once by studying and not taking up job now I'm scared and unable to understand weather i should go for a drop yr or job?
I scored too low(2lac rank)! I feel like i wasted my time once by studying and not taking up job now I'm scared and unable to understand weather i should go for a drop yr or job?
What is the best business major to go in?
im a high schooler and i've wanted to be getting into business and haven't gotten much advice. Do you have any advice for me. I am a junior in high school.
Planning College.
I'm 13 and I want to start planning college. I stay In Oklahoma and I'm trying to find a good college without being too far away from home. I also want to stay in a dorm, but I don't want it to be too expensive but nice
What is the day-to-day work actually like for nurses, CRNAs, NPs, and PAs, and what are some things you wish you knew before choosing your career?
I'm a junior in high school and I've already narrowed down my career/major options but I'm still undecided and am in need of advice.
How can I decide whether becoming a registered nurse, CRNA, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant would be the best career path for me? What are the biggest differences I should consider??
I'm a junior in high school and I've narrowed down my career/major options, but I'm still undecided and am in need of advice.
Is there anything you wish you were told about or knew about your job when you got it?
When heading into a history-focused career, were there things that didn't make sense that should have or that should've been explained better to students?
What should college students in history majors remember when completing assignments and opportunities?
When students are struggling in their classes or if there is some advice you wish you'd heard when you were going through studies or jobs.
When it comes to starting up, what is the best internship/job to look into when chasing after a history major?
This applies either to college or after graduating, and what's recommended of a student with their classes on top of themselves and the opportunities.
What classes are recommended when going into a history major/art History minor?
I'm looking into history majors and wanted some advice on what classes I should and should not invest in to stay on track.
How do I even start for being a nurse?
I want to be a neonatal nurse but I don't even know where to start, I'm looking at schools with nursing programs but I want to go up north and I know I need an NCLEP but I don't know anything beyond that and I try to research but I don't know what degree I need and other tests I need to pass and I'm worried I'll do something wrong or miss something important. I took ap human geography and I'm currently dual enrolling classes.
Guys what do i do after school. i have no idea what. I know that for my job, i don't want to sit in a office all day and that would like to work with my hands.
I'm in the 11th grade, I do track and cheer. I have a 19 on my ACT. I'm pretty open to any job that involves using my hands, like being in the medical field or being a auto mechanic.
How do I narrow my career/ major choices after high school.?
In G11 and I have no clue what I want to do.
How to find what interests me ?
I am a high school student interested in engineering and maths, but I am confused about which college major to choose. I keep joining different courses, but I still cannot find my real interest, and college applications are coming up soon. I feel stressed and unsure about what to pursue in the future. How can I choose the right engineering or math-related major, and what should I consider when making this decision?
What can I do to increase my chances of getting into a forensic anthropology graduate program ?
I would like to be a forensic anthropologist. I have a bachelor's degree in biological Anthropology: Human Evolutionary Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, but haven't been able to get into a graduate program. My GPA is decent but not great because I started out in astrophysics and changed my major. Also, I was in college during COVID, all of my classes were online, and my TAs were not very involved or helpful. I have been out of college for 3 years, working, saving money, and taking a few workshops from Mercyhurst University. My jobs have been in office management, not really related to my field of study. What can I do to increase my chances of getting into a forensic anthropology graduate program?