Career questions tagged undergraduate
Can I get a Computer related jobs without out a degree?
Many of my friends have dropped out of a college, and started doing an IT project or temporary job. I was wondering will that help them in their long-term career. #engineer #computer #undergraduate #programmer
What should a college-bound student do in the summer before their first fall semester?
Hello, everyone! I'm a recent graduate of an early college program. I've an Associates in Arts degree and high school diploma under my belt, but I have no idea what my next move should be. There are tons of resources at my disposal, but frankly I'm not sure where to start. I've been accepted into the school of my choice and am slowly getting the technical things (e.g. housing) situated, but I can't help that there is some massive step (or a few smaller, helpful ones) that I'm not taking. How should a high school graduate spend her summer? What are a few (lesser known) things you wish you did before moving onto campus for the first time? #college #undergraduate #college-student
What do you do when you don't know what to do?
For the past few years, I've told family, friends, and members of the community that I am interested in medicine. I spent all of eleventh grade consuming chemistry and biology classes; I've had family members approach me and say that I simply fated to become a the cancer- and common-cold-curing doctor that envisioned me to be. I've already been accepted into a biology program at the institution I'm interested in. No matter how 'smart,' 'brilliant,' or 'doctor-like' I'm told I am, though, I can't shake the feeling that that is the wrong profession for me. All the same, I don't want to disappoint the people who've invested their time in me. If everyone says that I am going to be a great physician, how can I doubt it? If not doctoring, what is there for me? Long-winded stories aside, what might an indecisive student (with a lot of well-intended pressure behind them) do in their first months or years of college? #college #biology #undergraduate
What websites or information centers did you use to find and apply for scholarships?
I am currently a senior about to graduate and attend the fall semester at a university and I want to know about different places where I cant find scholarships. #college #university #scholarships #high-school #undergraduate #information
Other than classes and/or location. What are major differences between undergrad and graduate school?
I have just received my Bachelor in Science in Computer Science. I plan on attending graduate school this Fall to receive my Masters. I'm not your typical person who likes surprises. So I would like to have an idea of what I should expect attending graduate school in the Fall. #college #graduate-school #undergraduate
What advice would you give to current undergraduate students?
Whether you have graduated decades ago or recently or are nearing graduation, what are some tips and things you wish you knew earlier? It can be any sort of advice from volunteering more, focusing more on your health and diet, or time management. As a current undergraduate student, I do think there are some things that I have yet to know or understand, and would really like to know what I have to expect or what I should be doing or do more of before graduating. #advice #undergraduate
What does it truly mean to do 'research' in today's time?
Having gone through my first year of college- it is common to hear the word "research" often. What does it really mean to do research? I am looking for someone who has done research, doesn't matter what field, to explain what it means to them and how they would define it. I think any textbook definition of it seems limiting because the term "research" can be used for a variety of different things. Can someone share their experiences having done research themselves. #business #medicine #science #pre-med #graduate-school #research #undergraduate
Is Mathematics a good undergraduate major for a Pediatric Cardiologist?
I'm about to start my freshman year in college as an aspiring math major and future pediatric cardiologist. I've always loved math, and you can use it in any career but I've been told that I should choose a science related major instead. I just want to know if a Math major will be a good idea for me? #college #medicine #college-major #healthcare #mathematics #pediatrician #undergraduate #pediatric-cardiologist
What activities should undergraduate students do to get into medical school?
What classes, extracurriculars, internships, jobs, etc. would you recommend an undergraduate student do to improve their chances of getting into medical school? Are there any things that students should avoid doing? I'm going to be attending Washington University in St. Louis in the fall as an undergraduate student, so I have one of the best medical schools at my fingertips. Advice? #medicine #graduate-school #graduate #resume #medical-school #undergraduate #extracurriculars #activities
Does it look better to do an internship or to get a job on a resume?
I'm currently a senior in high school and will be attending college in the fall. I hope to become a doctor, and thus must be thinking ahead to medical school. I'm debating between getting a job and getting an internship this summer (and was also thinking about my time throughout college). I was wondering if it looks better on a resume to get a job, as this shows responsibility and will help me earn money to pay my tuition, or to get an internship, as this helps me gain experience and work with professionals. #college #doctor #jobs #internships #resume #medical-school #undergraduate #college-jobs
For anyone who has been/is pre-med: How many years into college did you learn you wanted to go pre-med? What experiences or classes in college made you decide pre-med? How many years (undergrad and med-school) did it end up taking?
I'm possibly interested in pre-med, but am wondering if it is best to go into it directly, or if it is possible to go into it in say, my second year of college and how that may affect my time in school. Thanks! #doctor #medicine #pre-med #medical-school #undergraduate
I intersted in becoming a physical therapist. What are the best majors to get as an undergraduate to prepare you in this field?
High school senior interested in becoming a physical therapist #graduate #major #majors #physical-therapist #undergraduate #athletic-training #athlete #majors-and-minors
What should I major in?
Hi, I am a sophomore in high school, and I want to be an OB/GYN. I know that I want to attend the University of Georgia, but I want to know what to major in as an undergraduate. I do not know what major would fit with my profession choice, and I need to know what would make the most sense to take. #doctor #medicine #undergraduate #obstetrics #gynecology #hospital-and-health-care #healthcare #biology #higher-education
I will soon need to take the G.R.E, a needed examination to enter a Master's Program, my question, How much do colleges take this to consideration? Does a high score really define your eligibility to enter great schools?
Currently in college; deciding on my career path towards a PHD. #college #professor #student #graduate #higher-education #undergraduate #phd
Engineering vs. Engineering Technology
What's the difference between these two majors from the stance of someone who has experienced practice in one or both? #engineering #technology #graduate #undergraduate
How much better is to Live in campus rather than commute to the school?
I am asking this question because I want to know if staying is worth the money #graduate #doctorate-degree #undergraduate #college #student-housing
What are some of the best colleges for an education major?
I have no clue where I want to go yet and was wondering where are some places that would be good to check out. #college #college-major #college-bound #undergraduate #college-minor
How do you get internships with a major in apparel design?
Because I'm going to major in apparel design and I want to know how you get the internships on your own without being referred by your professor? #design #undergraduate
How often will I find myself stuck without anything to do if I want to be a research biochemist?
I want to be a researcher after I graduate college. However, I want to know how often I will be stuck in the lab without any instruction and no work to do. I wish to be as productive as possible, so I'd like to know if I'll always be busy or not. #biology #graduate #chemistry #undergraduate #biochemistry
Being a current high school senior and going to college next year to study on a pre-medicine track, would you recommend majoring in a broad science such as Biology or Chemistry? How about a more specific major like Microbiology?
I am interested in working in the medical field. I don't have a set career in mind but I am looking at pursuing a career as a Physician or Physician Assistant. I am thinking about majoring in Biology but I was told by a friend of mine that it is better to major in a subject that is specific since it comes with more career options. He was telling me this based on his college experience. #college #biology #physician #careers #undergraduate #life-sciences #pre-medicine
What careers can I pursue with a major in anthropology?
I am an incoming freshman at Cornell University as an Anthropology major. #college #career #university #internships #undergraduate #anthropology #archaeology #cornell
what courses are affiliated with a major in marketing?
My future career goal is to establish a real estate company , the college that I plan to attend does not have real estate as a major so I will be taking marketing instead. so I was just interested to know what courses I would be taking in the marketing major . #teacher #professor #undergraduate
How many clubs, internships, and work study programs is too much?
I am attending the University of Washington this upcoming fall and will be majoring in biochemistry. My goal is to get accepted into med school in the future which obviously requires many extracurricular activities and volunteer work. Currently, I am signed up for work study, I plan to get involved with at least 2 science-based clubs (maybe even become coordinator or president of those clubs), and do volunteer work on the side at the local hospital. Is jumping in head-first the right thing to do? Should I ease back on everything? If so, will my med school application be less desirable if so have less going on during my undergraduate? Thank you to whoever can help me! #internships #medical-school #undergraduate #college-applications #extracurriculars
What careers are available for someone with a Bachelor's degree in psychology?
Is it possible to get a direct entry and paid in the field of psychology for someone who has just an undergraduate degree? What would those jobs be? What specific attributes would they look for when selecting someone with an undergraduate degree? #career #psychology #undergraduate #hiring
Is it beneficial to major in marine biology in undergrad if you want to be a marine biologist?
There are no marine bio progams in my state so wonder if I should just major in regular biology. #college #biology #undergraduate #marine-biology #studies #programs
Can you get into a good well-known private university if you wait a year before going?
Hi! I am a sophomore in high school and am planning to go to a smaller college to become an RNA an then go to a bigger private university after to receive my bachelors degree in neurobiology and/or general biology before going to med school. Will going to a smaller college before trying to get into a private university affect my chances into being accepted? Would my chances of being accepted be better if I applied to go right after high school? Or would it be the same? #college #medicine #university #graduate #surgery #undergraduate #information
Does it matter where you get your undergraduates degree when going into medical school?
I am a sophomore in high school and am looking to become a neurosurgeon. If wanting to get into a good medical school, do I have to go to a well-known university first? #college #medicine #university #graduate #medicine-school #surgery #surgeon #undergraduate
Should I transfer from my dream school if I can't afford it, or take out a loan?
I don't know if a loan would be worth paying back but I really like the college I am currently enrolled in. #graduate #undergraduate #student-loans #loans
Careers related to Arts and the Environment
I'm open to suggestions about professional careers relating to arts and environment sustainability. All I can think of is architecture, but I wouldn't want to limit myself just towards that field. Plus, I'm currently in Malaysia, so it would be better if the jobs are available here. #art #architect #counselor #undergraduate #environmental #nature
Which minor should i choose?
I am a 12th grade student nearly in the verge of joining a university. I am interested in computers as well as math. If i choose computer science as my major, what do you think will be a suitable minor that will help me get a better job in the future? #majors #students #undergraduate #parents