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How do you stay on task while working?
What are some tips to avoid procrastinating, losing concentration, and becoming burnt out? #college #graduate-school #high-school-classes
What kinds of connections or experiences will I need in order to launch a career in data science?
I am a high school student planning on going to college to major in marine biology and data science. I am looking for what experience or opportunities I should look out for in order to create a successful career in data science after college. #career-development #career #career-choice...
What are good study techniques to use in college to help you with time management and successful grades.
I am a high school graduate, going on to college, and wanted to know the most efficient ways of studying. #college #graduate
Is there a strategy for completing job applications?
for my life #doctor #engineer #teacher
How useful/beneficial is a private college counselor?
I had never heard of anyone using a private counselor but upon moving to the northeast, it seems its a relatively common thing among my friends. #college #college-admissions #guidance-counselor
how to become a good engineer
I am interested in engineering #doctor #engineer #teacher #professor
What should I keep in mind as I start visiting universities?
I have to start visiting information sessions about colleges, like attending an information session about Dartmouth College in an upcoming week. Since this is my first ever information session, what should I keep in mind as I am about to attend one? I want to know how it would more or less go...
How can I get into the work study program?
I’m gonna need a job immediately when I go to #college otherwise I won’t be able to pay. I emailed administration about it but never got a reply. Should I email them again? #work #career
What is the environment at Ivy-leage and top unverities and collges like?
I am a junior in high school. I am looking to apply to colleges next summer and just wanted to get a heads up to see what I was aiming for. #college #university #ivy-league
Is it better to go to a good school and get okay grades or go to a lower school and get good grades?
I am a junior in high school. I am looking to apply to colleges next summer and just wanted to get a heads up to see what I was aiming for. #college #college-major #university #college-majors
Were you able to get an internship with this career? If so how did it help you?
How did having an internship help you with your career and how long after did it take you to get the job? #career #internships #college-jobs
How are STEM schools different from regular universities? Are they geared specifically towards STEM skills or are you learning other things as well?
I want to have a major in biomedical engineering but I also want to learn other things. I also want to major in Spanish. I love the language and I want to continue my study in college as well. #engineering #spanish #stem-education
How many times is too many times to switch your major?
I want to graduate in four years but I'm worried that I won't if I switch my major too many times. #college #major
What classes are commonly taken in college to become a mechanical engineer?
I want to be a mechanical engineer and I was wondering what classes I would need to take. #college #engineering #mechanical
What is college like compared to high school?
I feel like college will be so much better then high school, both time wise and social wise. However I feel like I am getting my hopes too high about what I think college will be. #high-school-students #college-bound #college
When do you find is the best time to study and do homework if you have a spread out schedule? I will be running cross country and will have 3 hours of practice in the afternoon in addition to classes. I also want to maintain a social life and enjoy the
I will be running cross country in college and have a lot of friends also going to the same college. I was just curious and I also need it for a scholarship #college
How can I be sure that this is the field I want to go into?
My future can change at any moment, why would I want to stick to the plan of going into a STEM field? I've always loved science, but what if there is a different option I could go for not in the STEM field? Would it be worth it? #college #biology #bachelors-degree
How can I improve my ACT score.
I am a Senior in high school and I would like to improve my ACT score so I can get into a good college or community college.
#acethetest #college #college-admissions
What are methods to use for writing longer essays?
I'm asking because writing is my weak point. I can tell you exactly what I mean but when it comes to writing I like to keep it short and simple. #college
Will extracurricular activities make college more difficult?
The constant hours of your nose in all sorts of textbooks could be grueling, but does doing an extracurricular activity (band, sports, clubs, etc.) help or hinder your success in college? #college
What is a good way to increase college GPA?
I want to bring up my GPA before graduating #college #student-counseling
Were you scared when you first left to college?
I'm terrified to go. I know I can't afford it but I know how successful I'll be. #college
How do students find the stability to not be stressed about how to pay for college?
I am trying to find that stability. #dental-hygienist #financial-planning #college
How do I stand out when applying for scholarships?
How should I stand apart from others applying to the same scholarships as me and what are ways to look unique to scholarship committees?
#scholarships #scholarship #college
How does one complete a internship?
Do you find one on your own or is it something your school/program arranges? #college #internships
Will I be missing out on starting a family if I go to college for too long?
I have big dreams for myself in many different aspects including my education and family. I want to expand my education as much as I possibly can while I also would like to start a family before it is too late. #college #familyoreducation
What do I major in if I want to work at the CDC?
I am not doing pre-med so not sure what to major in. #health #science #cdc #college
What is the most important thing when choosing a right major/minor?
It is hard to understand which major is the right one that is suitable for me when there are so many different types of fields out there. How can I choose the best ones for my passions and interests? #college #major #college-minor
What are the pros and cons of attending college out of state?
As of right now I am debating between attending a UC that has offered me almost no financial aid and a college in New York that has offered me a considerable amount in scholarships. What would be the pros and cons between the two? Would the cost of living expenses in New York outweigh the...
What are some online volunteering opportunities that I can participate in?
I'm currently a sophomore who is trying to get prepared for college. #college #Volunteer
Do potential employers look at whether you went to a state school or a private school? Does it sway their decision?
As a New York native, state education would be a cheaper option. However, my #1 choice school is a private school in Pennsylvania. Do employers have a preference of which of these schools they would rather have someone go to? #college #future
Should I reach for Ivy League schools?
I'm first-generation and minority with parents that don't speak English. If I were to reach for such advanced institution, I will be promising a better future for my descendants... right? Do I really want to overwhelm myself in High School in an attempt to get accepted to one of these schools?...
Do students from private or public schools have a high chance of getting into selective colleges?
I'm considering transfering out of my high school, a private high school, but I am wondering if it will hurt me later on. I want to be homeschooled and get my education through an online high school to graduate early. But will that affect my chances of getting into a very selective school such...
What is something you can do to be prepared to begin college
Leaving home to go to college can be daunting how can you be confident that you will be fine and what can help you get on your feet #College Life
What should I do to help stay focused my 1st year of college?
Any study ideas or advice on how to push through if things get hard? #c #college
What is the hardest thing about moving in to college?
I'm super excited to move in, but I'm personally curious of other peoples' experiences on the difficulties they had getting accustomed to the new surroundings and living space.
#movein #firstyear #college
What classes did you take to become a technical engineer, or what classes would you recommend?
I am asking because I am currently taking many classes that involve math and that i think would be good to be a technical engineer but i am uncertain as to wether they are all i need or just some of what i need. Thank you for taking the time to read this and answer. #engineer #classes #technical
Has the Evaluating Factors of How Scholarships Are Given Changed Over the Years?
I heard that in the past, scholarships were more based on academics than on need and race/ethnicity, but now things have changed so that need and race/ethnicity are more weighted when choosing which candidate gets a scholarship--whether consciously or subconsciously. Is this true? This just...
why is it so important to go to college and learn things I already know?
You can't do anything without a piece of paper basically stating you paid money to prove you know how to do it. #college
How do we choose the college for us?
I know there is a lot to consider, but when it comes down to our final decision how should we make that decision. What should we narrow it down to? #college #choosingacollege
How do you get an engineering job or opportunity before leaving college
I'm a Jr who's fascinated by any type of engineering especially civil engineering. I plan on going to college for 4 years at most but i don't want those 4 years to go to waste if I never pursue a career in this area. #career-choice #information-technology #engineering #architect...
Is it gonna be worth going to college in the long run?
I am the only one going to college in my family and unfortunately it is very hard to pay for college. Taking loans to pay for college seems like a big risk and is gonna keep me with empty pockets living check by check. #college
When do you start paying for college?
Can you pay while your learning or are all the fees due before the semester? Do you pay for college once you know you've been accepted?
#college #payingforcollege
When should I accept an acceptance letter?
I have acceptance letters from a few colleges, but I am not completely sure which I should accept. All of them have difference enrollment dates. When is a good deadline to decide by?
#college #college-admissions #deadlines