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I'm in my final year of high school. College app season is here, stakes feel high with majors, minors, extra-curriculars, future jobs. Looking for a different perspective or some new insight! Much appreciated.

I want to make money
fast
easy
a lot
and have no consequences

Are there easy careers with high pay rate or decent?

What types of internships (which roles) should I apply for when I'm in college that will increase the chances of me finding a job?

What are some prerequisite courses in college for computer science major?

I am interested in getting a certification in health information management (HIM) or a masters in HIM. How can I seek an internship in this field to get experience? What requirements are needed to work in this field?

I am a public health major, expecting to graduate in Spring 2023. I want to get experience in the health field and am interested in health information management. Some classes I enjoyed are epidemiology, health economics, environmental health, and health communication. What are some career...

What is something that gets tiring on the job?
Is there anything that you like about the job?
What are some things that you dislike on the job?

When is a good time to start and begin the schooling for becoming a pharmacist?

What are the steps I need to take? What are the requirements i need to meet? How and Where would I begin?

My name is Dalilah and I am a senior at Lighthouse Community Charter School. I am a student with a 3.5 GPA and above. Some skills that have helped me get where I am today is being organized, time oriented and great communication skills. I am organized by completing my work on time and having an...

What’s the best advice for someone who’s still undecided on what career they want to peruse.

I'm curious to know if when you made the transition between the two was the change big. I especially want to know if you felt like the education you received properly prepared you for the change and if so, what about your education do you think prepared you the most for work.

At times I feel like there are so many different types of jobs one can pursue, so many that it becomes overwhelming to me.

I am interested in the medical field after graduating high school but am intimidated by the medical field because of how much there is to learn.

I am a Senior in high school seeking a suitable major in college that will be most beneficial for my pathway of choice.

I want to get started on my apps soon and finish them up soon, but I am still stuck.

I'm a senior now and have not submitted college apps yet.

What to do to prepare for computer and art major in college?

How to become a UX designer if I have no computer experience?

I'm looking into majoring in cognitive science and data science but I'm not sure what each major focuses more on. What is the difference between both of these majors? Which one is better? Which one requires more coding?

I am a senior at Lighthouse Community Charter Public School in Oakland California. I like to spend time with my family during my free time and be with my friends. For my career, I want to focus in criminology. I want to become a detective and solve cases. One of my skills is solving problems,...

I personally believe that it should start before senior year, but what about those that start late?

Most enjoyable fields/jobs

what type?

How can I ensure that I am compensated fairly for my work, as someone who's looking to be an up and coming animator? Unionization, contract stipulations, etc. are all factors which I've considered, but I'm unsure as to which agencies I can network with to secure amicable working conditions.

What's the difference between computer engineering and computer science?
What jobs does each major compete for?

I am a junior in highschool, and I love things that are tech related and want to pursue my career further but I am unsure of what classes to take my senior year. I am taking AP computer science principles right now with intent to take computer science A next year.

In what ways can you prepare yourself for the future after high school?

What should I expect from college courses on computer science and how should I prepare myself?

No help whatsoever, only yourself.

When should I buy and when should I sell stock?

What are good programs that aren't basic and help develop skills and ideas that can help you become successful in the criminal justice field?

What were some steps successful fashion designers take to be in a good/reliable/stable position of living?

Curious to get some insight! Thank you!

I am a high school senior.

I think I'd enjoy a teaching job in the future but with better pay than middle or high school teachers. If I am interested in becoming a professor, what is the process? What are the qualifications?

My goal for the future is to do something in the business/tech field. What majors and jobs should I look into that are high paying?

For example, if you major in mathematics. How do you find a job that pays well and isn't a workload.

What are some things to consider when choosing a major?

What is it like majoring in data science? Whats the beginning average pay?

Is computer science or software engineering worth the time?

My plan for my career is to take 4 years of biology then transfer over to a medical school, but I am unsure what steps I could take to make this happen.

Does it make you stressed? Does it take all your free time? Does it make you happy and give you purpose?

As I am learning about some of the coding languages such as python and Java script, I am wondering which one is most commonly used when working in computer science. What do current companies/ software engineers use to create programs?

I am a junior in highschool, and Im reaching that point where I have to start applying. Ive taken a bunch of AP's, etc, but still don't know what I want to do.