Tammy Prosser
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What to do in 8th grade to get into MIT?
I am currently nearing the end of my 8th-grade year, and I want to go to MIT. What can I do now to allow me to be able to go to MIT? Any advice, in all areas.
Why is it so difficult to pursue a career that reflects my true passions when cultural and family expectations feel so limiting?
Why is it so difficult to pursue a career that reflects my true passions when cultural and family expectations feel so limiting? Growing up, my world was very restricted—I was only allowed to leave home for school, and summers were spent entirely indoors, without access to libraries, sports, or...
College life?
How can high school students best prepare for the transition to college life? What is the best way to prepare for being a college student and getting involved in college life?
What are some tips to keep in mind for time management when scheduling classes, and also trying to balance home life when I am working two jobs? #Fall25
I just got my acceptance letter to go to UCI's Paralegal program but do work two jobs as well, trying to figure out a good balance with the program since it is more intense, and how to keep both jobs to be able to afford all of my bills and also tuition for the program, so I am looking for any...
How do I stay motivated when I feel like I’m falling behind everyone else?
Sometimes it feels like my classmates are doing so well — getting awards, knowing what they want in life, or even running side projects. Meanwhile, I feel stuck or unsure. How do I stop comparing myself and just focus on my own growth?
What does a college application look like or how is it formatted ?
If there is no specific way how should I organize it?I would like to know for future purposes.I would also want to know if there is something I can do I middle school or high school that would standout to colleges
What is the best way to manage college assignments? #Spring25
I am worried that college may get stressful. I am looking for advice on time management and de-stressing.
Should I get a masters degree immediately after my bachelor's or wait a few years??
I plan on majoring in History education. I know some schools will pay for their teachers to get their master's degree, but I don't know if I want the stress of working a full-time job while also getting my master's degree.
How do I write my college essay?
I'm currently a junior in high school who wants to start writing my essays for college applications early. But... I don't know where to start. How do I decide what to write about? Any general advice when writing college application essays?
What are some extracurriculars so I can get into a top school like stanford for computer science/somputer engineering?
I am a sophmore in highschool in the San Diego area and I am into computer engineering.
What is the best career for me based on my favorite subjects and activities?
I'm a 7th grader just starting looking for a career that is good for me. My favorite subjects are math and science and ELA. Some sports I play are soccer and volleyball. I like to creative write and draw, and read if I find an interesting book.
What jobs work with young children besides teaching in a school?
Though I would like to work with young kids the more I go to organizations and other non-profits most are about teaching in school. Though I feel it wouldn't be a bad job as I have had hands on experience with teaching kids at 1st grade and below. I would also like to have other options to...
What if I can't go to my dream college because 1.) I need to go to one in my area first and 2) The college is far away from where I am (which is why number one is included)?
Should I, if it's an option, find a way to stay in touch with them even when I'm at the other college to show them I'm still interested, or should I wait until my time there is over and then just transfer to my dream college and take the courses I want to take there?
For college admissions, does going to a uncompetitive high school lessen your chances at a T20 college?
Last year I moved schools after my 9th grade year due to personal reasons. The school that I currently go to was closer to my siblings schools and was more convenient for my parents as they both work. This was not the only reason why I moved school as there were a number of factors but the...
I'm struggling to keep up with the other kids in my grade what are some ways I can bring my grades up and concentrate more on what's going on in my class?
I have some family drama so I've been moving around from school to school missing lots of subjects and important classes I have no idea how to catch up or what I need to do