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What is the best way to prepare for studying engineering in graduate school?
I am interested in Computational Neuroscience, and hope to study either Biomedical engineering or electrical engineering in college, along with neuroscience. I want to make sure that I am a good candidate for graduate school (in engineering or computational neuroscience), while still adamantly...
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Would someone graduating at 40 with their first degree in civil engineering have a chance in the workforce?
Is it sensible or feasible (or how does the outlook seem in general) to get one's first degree at 40 as a civil engineer? (Entering college at 35, graduating at 40) Would potential employers be biased against an "old" newbie, making it impossible to pay off school debt at such a late date...
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Is "drafter" a still-used position at engineering firms? What skills does a drafter need?
For example, if you were going to a college with vocational courses, would it make sense to try to pursue something that prepares you to become a drafter? Are engineering firms still looking for people to handle just drafting, or do they only want engineers? If they are, what are the...
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It is worth it to keep music in my life as I pursure college and careers?
All throughout k-12 school, music has been a big part of my life. Playing principal clarinet in numerous all-state events and solo contests throughout my high school career has been a big part of my life. However, I am probably going to pursue science in college, and I am wondering if I should...
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How big of a deal is location when it comes to finding a job?
For a current high school student planning to pursue neuroscience in high school, what is the best place in the U.S. to find work after college? Are there any geographic areas in the country that have more need for people in the field? I would especially like to go into research...but we'll see...
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Is it worth getting any sort of degree when I really just want to become AMGA certified and guide?
Hi, I am really passionate about the outdoors and getting people outside. I'm experienced in rock climbing, ice climbing, mountaineering, canyoneering, caving, and skiing. I really would like to become AMGA certified and continue to guide and even get paid for it. I feel a lot of pressure to...
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How can you guarantee a job post college?
I'm unsure exactly what field I want to pursue asbofbthe moment despite being interested in multiple, but I'm very nervous that if I pick the wrong one I won't be able to find a job. #job #help #career
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Advice for extracurricular activities?
I am going to a four-year college in the fall, and I want to participate in extracurricular activities. I know it will look better on my college resume, and possibly open up the door for more scholarships However, I have panic disorder and am not very good around large groups of people. I am...
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which college is best for a career in working with special needs kids?
I am torn between 3 different career choices and i am having trouble finding a good college that has a great program for this and im having trouble. #college #special-needs-children #working-with-children #child-development #early-childhood-education
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Good colloges for Machanical Engineering?
I plan on following an engineering career. Specifically Machanics to work on cars and open up a shop. #Engineering
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I am interested in becoming a nurse but i am not sure if that is what I am interested in doing the rest of my life. I just want to know what other careers there are that pays like a nurse and I would still like it.
I am in 10th grade and i am interested in chemistry cosmetology and also many things that help other maiby in there daily life.
#nursing #career options #learning # helping others #daily life
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What are the top colleges for a chemical engineering degree?
I've always wanted to go to Western, but they don't have my major. I've looked into other schools, and I was wondering if it was common knowledge what schools have the best chem. eng. degrees? #chemical-engineering #engineering #chemistry #science #college-major #college-advice
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What are some of the best jobs for an engineer?
#engineering #mechanical-or-industrial-engineering #electrical-engineering
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What is the best college to go to for engineering?
I was curious to see what would be the best choice for me.
#engineering #college-advice
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What college is good if you want to be an author?
I enjoy typing stories but I don't know many colleges
#college