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What are scholarship essay judges usually looking for, aside from good grammar and syntax?
When someone is applying for a scholarship that includes an essay, how do the judges usually choose the winner? Obviously it will vary based on the topic, but what makes up a good scholarship essay?
#scholarship #scholarships #scholarship-essay #college-essay
If one is studying to become a Nurse Practitioner, what category of college major would it land in?
I want to become a Nurse Practitioner. While looking for scholarships and applying to universities, there is usually no NP option in the list of study. I've heard that the degree consists of BSN and MSN, but usually neither that nor NP is in the options bar. Would NP count as part of the...
What can a medical student do to boost their chances of landing a job straight out of college?
I'm studying to become a Nurse Practitioner and I was wondering what employers like to see on resumes of newly graduated students. Are there any classes or skills that would give me an added edge in the job market? #college #nurse-practitioner #new-job #resume #resume-building #career-advice...
How do I take notes on a lecture?
I often get discouraged when I try to take notes on what a teacher is saying, because I can't keep up with the current information and fall behind on taking notes on what is being explained. Then I start to worry that I am missing important information when I am still working on the notes...
What makes a good scholarship essay?
Obviously, I need to follow the directions, use correct grammar and punctuation, express ideas and opinions clearly, etc. ...But, makes a winning essay a winning essay? Is there anything special I should do to make my writing and proposals stand out?
#curious #frustrated
How soon do I have to choose a major?
Do you have to have a set decision when you start? #majors
How difficult will it really be to get through medical school?
Is it worth it? #medicalschool
How do I know if medical school is my "calling?"
I've read different answers on this site from professionals who referred to med school as their "calling," or they just knew that's what career they would choose. I'm interested in the medical field, but I don't know what type of doctor or specialist I would be, or even if I would pursue a...
What advice do you have for students looking into anesthesiology career? Do you believe the hard work in med school is worth it?
Although I'm only a freshman in high school, I plan to go into the medical field as a future career, specifically anesthesiology. I've heard that pre-med and medical school have rigorous and difficult courses and exams. Do the benefits that come with anesthesiology outweigh the stressful years...
What are some of the best resources when struggling in school?
#college #career advice
Is it better to live on or off campus in college?
My parents are trying to get me to live with them off campus while I'm in college, but I want to stay on campus to try to be more independent.
#housing #on-campus #off-campus
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
Is it better to follow my interests or hobbies as a career?
I know that I want to do something that associates me with people in a meaningful way as a career. By helping people I was thinking the medical field, but I'm not the greatest at math or science. As for my hobbies I'm much better at writing and artsy things. I want to know what I should go for...
how is a typical day for a creative director?
I would like to become a creative director for a big time company. I would like to know what a creative director usually does everyday. #art #creativedirector
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