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Kayla May 29, 2018 506 views

What is the best way to stand out for scholarships?

Most essays for scholarships seem very general (why should you receive this, what are your career goals, ect). What is the best way to really shine and stand out in these essays? Where is best place to find more customized options for qualifying scholarships?#scholarshipsearch

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Sarah Jan 03, 2018 740 views

What happens if you're not really sure on what you want to do?

I'm not sure if I want to be a teacher #college #career #career-choice

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Brett Apr 12, 2018 510 views

I am in the 10th 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 JROTC, Science, and Agriculture, while my hobbies include sports, hanging with other JROTC cadets/friends, and sometimes drawing. A topic that I am passionate about is the military. What are some career options that best align with these interests and what are...

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Lainey Jan 16, 2018 714 views

How do I know if there is a demand for high school English teachers?

I am interested in this field of study, but I'm unsure if I can find a job once I graduate.#education #english-literature #jobdemand #teaching

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Elisa Mar 20, 2018 620 views

What opportunities are available teaching university-level online English courses?

I'm going to begin a master's degree in English and would like to eventually teach online courses. #english #teaching #education

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shine May 09, 2018 438 views

how long does it take to become a occupational therapist?

I am currently deciding on what I want to choose to be my career path as I am becoming a senior this august, I am in a program where I will be graduating with my high school diploma and my associates in Arts. I really enjoy working with children and I don't want to be a nurse, my other option...

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kristel Jan 16, 2018 605 views

What are the benefits of pursuing a career that require you to be stoutly but yet your passionate about?

Coming from imigrants parents ,growing up i been told to finish high school and pursue something small.At first i thought that maybe i should do that but once entering high school i was able to learn more about myself. I seen how stereotypes defines us and i want to change that.Some stereotypes...

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Mel Jan 22, 2018 686 views

Is it beneficial to buy used textbooks?

I have heard a lot from others that textbooks are expensive in college. I know a girl who paid full price and as a student with little money, I would like to know if it is worth it to buy ones for cheaper even if they are used or in poor condition? Also, I have heard of websites that sell books...

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Hanan Apr 02, 2018 824 views

What do I need to do to ensure that my resume is one of the best out there?

I asked a high school senior at my school the other day to show me her resume because she's one of the best students at my school. She hesitated but ended up showing it to me, and I was absolutely shocked. She had almost 5 pages of numerous clubs, programs, organizations, awards, and other...

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Kailynn Apr 18, 2018 746 views

How do you decide of the school is right for you?

I have a lot of schools that I'm choosing from some of which are HBCUs and others are PWIs. Some are bigger schools and some are smaller schools. I'm not sure where I would like to go so I applied to many schools. I don't know how to narrow down my schools to one.#collegedecisions

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Valeria Apr 19, 2018 1092 views

Is college really necessary to succeed in life?

We are always told since we are kids to go to school, go to college, get a great job that will help us live a better life but we are basically going to work so many years to pay our student debt not to mention that we aren’t guaranteed to find a job with our degree #collegedebt

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Mark Apr 17, 2018 544 views

What are the best scholarship applications to complete?

I am asking this question because I want to plan ahead for my future in my freshman year instead of procrastinating. The more scholarship applications I can complete, the more of a chance of getting scholarships or colleges seeking me.

#scholarshipsearch

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Samuel Jan 16, 2018 707 views

How can do accomplish the most with my degree?

I am currently majoring in Psychology and I was wondering what steps would be best in order to get the most of my degree, in the sense of helping others. #psychology #helping-others

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Karlie May 18, 2016 1078 views

What are college parties like?

I might go to them #college #freshman #party

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Kevin Mar 24, 2018 766 views

How common is it for public relations specialists to move from different organizations during their career?

A public relations specialist visited one of my classes to provide students a glimpse into his career life. One of the details I took notice was how much he moved from organization to organization after a few years. All my life, I was raised to believe in the notion of working at one company...

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chia Mar 24, 2018 773 views

What is the best way to condense college graduation time to three years?

#college #graduation #bachelorsdegree

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Jenna Mar 24, 2018 682 views

Can I still get into an Ivy League school if I'm not valedictorian?

I get straight As, I do community work, and I am a very hard working student. I would love to go to an Ivy League especially since I want to go into the medical field. Is it realistic to plan on going to Yale or Harvard if I am only in the top 10 percent of a public high school? #medicine...

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Katie Sep 01, 2017 627 views

What are the biggest challenges that we will face once in college? And how can we deal with them properly ?

I am asking this because I've been told all the benefits about college and only one struggle which was money. I want to know the other challenges because I want to succeed in college. #collegeproblems #college #college-advice

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Samantha Jan 19, 2018 538 views

If i want to transfer colleges will i lose any scholarships?

If I change my mind on career choices and want to go to a different school will I lose my scholarship money?
#brokecollegestudent

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Gabriela Jan 16, 2018 834 views

Is being in college as fun as people say it is?

Many college students say that college is the coolest thing ever but most adults say it’s not as fun as it sounds..

##helpme

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Ambre Mar 11, 2018 685 views

What do I do if I change my mind about my major?

As of now, I'd like to be an English major and am fairly set on it. However, what if I end up not being as passionate about it as I thought I was? It's scary to think that I may not have the money to change my degree and I can't really afford college as is let alone changing my mind halfway...

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Anna Mar 12, 2018 777 views

What is harder in the college transition: trying to make friends or trying to adjust to being on your own?

Just to try to garner a little more understanding about what might cause me more of a struggle when I go off to college and what to prepare myself for #goingtocollegenextyear #goingtocollege #newplace #college #college-advice

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Caleb Jan 16, 2018 598 views

How do I pick my classes?

What classes should I take?

#needhelp

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Mariya Jan 17, 2018 656 views

How do you know the difference between risk taking and making rash decisions when choosing a college?

When looking at my college options, I understand that I have big dreams. I want to be a successful political journalist who attends a serious and respectable school. Looking back, I don't want to regret not pursuing oppurtunities and not taking risks. However, now I am in a cross road. Do I...

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Dilyara Jul 11, 2016 896 views

How do you make connections at a college fair with the admission directors?

I'm a rising senior and I'll be attending a college fair soon. I hope to attend Northeastern or Johns Hopkins and I want to leave a lasting impression on the admission officers that will be at the fair representing the schools. What types of questions should I ask and how do I follow up after...

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Paula Jan 17, 2018 572 views

When choosing a university to attend, does it affect the chance of getting into medical school or increase/decrease your chance of working in the medical field?

I want to be a doctor and people always question what university I would like to attend but I do not know how to choose one or two. #university #decision #medical-field #doctor #idk #help

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Clara Mar 21, 2018 939 views

How do you stand out in college applications?

Amidst the numerous students who have perfect GPA's and ACT/SAT scores, it is important to stand out in other ways. However, what necessarily makes one appear to have more potential? Clubs? Sports? I am asking because in todays day and age, anyone can have perfect grades so there must be other...

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Ramon Jan 18, 2018 504 views

How am I able to see and sign up for scholarships in my area?

I am in high school thinking about my future and the first thing that came to mind was expenses. In order to get into college for free I need scholarships and I don’t know how to find them, or sign up for them either.
#pleasehelp #newbie

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Juan Jan 20, 2018 562 views

What is the best way of making yourself stand out when applying for a scholarship ?

I want to stand out when applying for scholarship because i need them as for i am the first person in my familly to go to college.
#firsttimer
#needhelp

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Mikayla Mar 16, 2018 788 views

If I am asked to apply for financial aid, did I get accepted to the college?

I have been asked to apply for financial aid by multiple colleges and afterward, I receive my admission packet.
#collegeapps #financialaid #acceptance

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Kara Mar 17, 2018 602 views

How does being waitlisted for a college work?

I recently got waitlisted to UCLA and admitted to UCSD. Should I accept my position on the waitlist for UCLA? Am I able to be on the waitlist for UCLA while also accepting the admission to UCSD in case I do not end up being accepted to UCLA?
#collegeadmission

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Elisa Mar 20, 2018 447 views

What career opportunities are there with a master's degree in English?

I'm about to begin my master's degree in English and want to explore career possibilities. #english

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Olivia Jan 19, 2018 539 views

Why does education have to cost so much

I’m looking into colleges and the colleges I have applied and been accepted at are very expensive and I think a burden on my parents. #tuition