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What are some tips for improving your chances at winning scholarships?
#scholarships #scholarship #college #college-advice #college-bound ##college #college-admissions #university #academic-advising #academic #financial-aid #grants #undergraduate #freshmen #college-recruiting #college-jobs #higher-education #experience #professional #college-selection #admissions
Should I decide my college based on swimming or academics?
Many schools are offering athletic scholarship but those schools don't have the best academic programs #college-athletics #college-selection #swimming #college-advice #college
What is the difference between a B.A. and a B.S.?
What's the difference and does it matter when choosing a career? #college #college-major #minor #college-minor #major #majors #bachelorsdegree #science #art #higher-education #career #jobs #college-selection #college-advice #college-bound #degrees #changing-careers #career-path...
Should I take summer school courses?
I am wondering if it will be too much work or if it will help me graduate faster.
#college-advice
How many general education hours are required?
How many hours do you have to take before declaring a major?
#college-advice
How difficult is it to get scholarships?
I am broke and need money for college. #scholarships #financial-planning #college-advice #career-counseling
Is going to a four year college right out of high school a waste of money.... or the best decision you have ever made?
I want to know if I am making smart and worthwhile decisions about my future. #future #scholarships #college-advice #financial-planning #personal-finance
How do I go about getting my college in mind do recognize me ?
I am planning ahead for my future in college and would love to learn more about the application process. #college #college-admissions #college-advice #higher-education #career
What kind of schooling is required to be a registered nurse?
this is another career i am thinking about pursuing. #anyone #registered-nurses #nursing #hospital-and-health-care #college-advice
Are there any efficient ways to finish medical school earlier?
I understand that becoming a doctor is a long process but I want to finish my schooling earlier so that I can explore the world around me and to broaden my perspective of the world around me. #travel #college-advice #medicine #hospital-and-health-care
For someone attempting 30 credits a year, what tips or advice would you give to them?
I am asking this question because I am one of those that are attempting 30 credits a year to graduate in four years, on time. #aspiringgraduate #college #college-advice #academic-advising
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
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
What things must I take with me when I move into college? What isn't necessary to take?
Dorms are small but I want to have what I need since I most likely will not have a car. I don't want to run out of space with unnecessary things. #movein #college #college-advice
Is college right for me, and if so, what should I major in when I'm interested in so many career fields?
I've changed my major so many times I feel that I should just major in everything. Financially speaking, not a great choice. #college-major #college #college-advice #academic-advising
#MAJORINEVERYTHING
If I have an unweighted GPA less than a 4.0, will it look bad to any Ivy League schools that I apply to?
Hey! I'm Ila (pronounced ee-la). This question has been something that I've been trying to find an answer to for a while. I currently have a 4.0, but my classes are pretty hard, and I can only hope to keep my 4.0 at the end of the semester. Any advice helps- thanks! #school #college...
How can you know if it's the right decision to take a gap year before college?
I have been considering taking a gap year before I start college, however, at the same time I feel ready to begin college life. I researched and talk to others but didn't really receive any great advice. How can you make this decision? #travel #maturity #hardchoice #college #college-advice...
How can I be successful in college?
How can I still be active in school( go to sporting games, etc) and have good grades?
#success #college-advice #college
What is like to start your first year of college in Spring?
I am starting college in January at the spring session. I am not sure if it is exactly like starting in fall or not. #collegefreshman #college #college-advice
Is it important and helpful to join clubs or organizations in college?
I am a full time student in college and have been interested in joining a couple of organizations but I have not committed. #CollegeLife #college #academic #academic-advising #college-advice
What’s the best angle to approach colleges if you don’t have the best GPA? SAT, Extracurriculars, or something else?
#college-admissions #college #college-advice #sat
How many IB points would you need to be able to qualify for Harvard?
#college #IB # #college-advice #college-major #grades
How can I be more involved in campus events while living off-campus?
My only method of transportation is riding the Port Authority bus line to and from campus, and I don't want to miss out on an opportunity to make friends or learn something new. #offcampus #college #college-advice
How much does the PSAT affect college applications?
I’m a high school sophomore who’s very excited (but also confused) about college!! #college #college-advice #high-school #PSAT
What are the most important classes to take for Neonatal Nursing?
I am about to become a freshman in college and I would like to become a Neonatal nurse. Ever since i was a little girl, looking through the glass at the babies was always the first thing an the only thing i wanted to do hen walked into a hospital. #doctor #neonatal #nursing #medicine...
As a non-religious person, should I exclude religiously affiliated colleges and universities from my college search?
Just a quick disclaimer: I do not mean to offend anyone in this post!! I respect your freedom of religion!! So, I do not follow any organized religion. I do not believe in a God or creationism, and I am not spiritual. I guess I can be categorized as a "nihilist." With that being said, I...
How will I know of college is the right step for me?
In my family, I am apart of the first generation to attend college. Recently, I've gained some doubts about going to college, because most of my family is not supportive of me attending college. I have been accepted to my dream school and enrolled, but I don't know if I'll be able to continue...
Exploring interests in college, how do I choose classes?
I'm a high school senior who has interest in multiple fields for college. One thing I'm looking at is engineering school. I know a lot of colleges have separate GEs or core requirements for engineering majors but I would still like to explore other subjects such as foreign language and...
The college I will attend in the Fall wants me to be a "walk on" for track. I never requested to participate in sports.; I would like to concentrate on my studies. Should I do it, or should I concentrate on my studies?
I was the 2015 State Champion for JV Girls Cross Country (Independent Schools). I also hold my school's record for the 400 meter event. I need more scholarships, but I really want to concentrate on my studies. I do not want to lose the scholarships I already have. #college #career...