Career Questions tagged College Advising
What are the basic questions I should ask my advisor as I enter my career field (business in general)?
I'm planning on attending community college this fall for general business with an associates degree. I want to own a small business online. Although a certificate is not required, I do want to know what I'm getting into owning a small business. I'll be setting up an appointment with my advisor...
How do I apply for study abroad if I don't go to a school that offers it?
-Very Curious
#study-abroad #international #college #college-advising #travel #studying-abroad
Would you recommend graduating early in college if you have all the credits?
My fields of study may require lots of graduate school so is there a way to shorten the time I'm working towards a bachelor's? If so, how? And is that recommended? I really appreciate personal experience and guidance. #college #college-advice #higher-education #colleges #college-major...
Better relationship with Advisor?
I want to interact with my advisor better. I know going more to their office is a way to do that but I'm not sure what to ask them about. What are some general topics that would spark communication? #academic-advising #college-advising
What advice would you give to an upcoming college freshman?
I'm a soon-to-be college freshman and I'm very nervous because I don't know what to expect. What was college like for you and what advice would you give me? #college #college-admissions #college-advice #college-advising #college-bound ###college #college-majors #education #higher-education...
Should I take both the SAT and ACT?
The colleges I am interested in accept both test scores. Should I take both to see if I do better on one or the other? #scholarships #college #college-advice #college-advising
How to get an on-campus job while doing Masters?
I am pursuing my Masters in UT Arlington, and I am interested in building up my profile. #advice #academic-advising #advising #college-advising #investment-advisor
How can a student with Bachelor's in Mechanical build up his profile and knowledge while Mastering in Information Systems?
Many students realize their interest late, and hence end up changing their field during Masters. #college-advice #academic-advising #career-advice #business-analysis #advising #college-advising
What should I do if I discover that my college major is not something that I truly like after upon graduation?
I heard quite a few people saying that their majors are actually not what they want or like after graduation, and that this scared them since they have put some much money, time, and effort in college life. I wonder how should one cope with such situation? #college-major #career-path...
What is the best way to ensure the right credits get transferred to a 4-year college?
I will be attending John Tyler Community College this fall, and I am planning to transfer (sooner rather than later) to VCU after I finish my prerequisites. I will be majoring in general science with the intended career path of pre-medicine; therefore, I will have a wider variety of job...
How long before the college application deadlines should I ask my teachers for a letter of recommendation?
This question was asked by a high school junior who knows college application deadlines are approaching for the seniors of her school. She wants to get a jump on her letters of recommendation, and she wants to know how soon is too soon for the request. She's interested in pursuing an english...