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D. Dec 20, 2016 3031 views

How can I get started learning financial modeling?

I'm a sophomore in college, getting ready to apply for internships in corporate finance or banking or investing, and I want to be able to show finance companies/firms that I'm qualified to work for them. I want to teach myself financial modeling in excel. What kind of models should I try to...

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Nada Dec 19, 2016 1172 views

What are some good extracurriculars to commit to?

I know that I need to start on something from now to spice up my university applications but there are a few problems. First of all, my parents are on a very limited budget so I need to be able to do something that isn't too expensive. Second, sports aren't my thing so the obvious answer is...

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Nada Dec 18, 2016 1044 views

What are the best ways for a high school freshman to gain money on the side?

I am a freshman now but I already recognize two things. First of all my parents will be able to afford little to none of the expenses associated with university and the amount of education and money it would take to become a doctor. And second the costs to university for that long of a time...

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Nada Dec 18, 2016 1686 views

Is there a platform for finding a person to sponsor your university education?

I know that finding sponsors are really rare nowadays but if anyone on Career Village can help me find some way to gain a sponsor that would be amazing. #university #higher-education #sponsorship

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Nada Dec 18, 2016 843 views

Who are some people I can talk to about everything that has to do with IB?

I want someone I can depend on who can tell me how an IB education works, what are the benefits, is the time that it takes up worth it, etc. #high-school-classes #ib-diploma #ibdp

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Nada Dec 18, 2016 790 views

What are some websites that you can take classes that will be accepted by your high school?

I love learning a lot so I want to find a way to take other classes that I can't fit on my school schedule that will be accepted for credits/ be put on my transcript at the very least. There are many websites that offer a great online education but I'm not sure which ones will match my specific...

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Nada Dec 18, 2016 2916 views

What are some online jobs that don't require a specific age?

I want to find ways to earn money on the side and a job is the best way to do that. However, my parents won't let me go out and get an actual job so I want to at least settle for an at home job where I can earn some money and don't require a minimum age like 16-18. If I start working from now...

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Nada Dec 17, 2016 1615 views

What are the pros and cons of the SAT and the ACT weighed against each other?

I believe that majority of universities and colleges accept both the SAT and the ACT but what are the differences between them? I also don't know which one would probably yield a higher score for me...should I take both and see? #sat #act #test-planning #cons #pros #high-school-tests

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Nada Dec 17, 2016 1073 views

What is a better place to work at as an OB/GYN: a clinic or a hospital?

No one on the internet seems to have a solid answer for this question so I am consulting the career village experts to help me way the pros and cons of working at both including the salary and work hours for both. #obstetrics #hospitals #ob-gyn #gynocologist #clinics #financial-planning

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Nada Dec 17, 2016 820 views

What are some good prep books and methods of study to get a really good score on the PSAT?

Next year I will be taking the PSAT as a preparation for the second time that I take the PSAT which will be in my junior year. I know that there are numerous benefits to taking the PSAT and scoring well on it. By a really good score I mean past the cutoff for the National Merit standard in...

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Nada Dec 17, 2016 954 views

What are really good online prep websites and prep books that will really raise my score on the SAT?

I know that in order to get into a really good university for undergrad and graduate schooling a great score on the SAT is the best way to do that. However while everyone says that you should always aim high on the SAT and study A LOT they never say which study tools are best utilized to get a...

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Albert Dec 14, 2016 966 views

Quarter system vs semester system?

I'm applying for colleges right now, and I noticed that many of the colleges/universities that I am looking at implement different kind of systems, namely the quarter system and the semester system. In my current high school, I am in a semester system, and I think that the pace of my classes...

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Nada Dec 14, 2016 877 views

How do you persuade your parents into letting you attend a selective out of state university?

My parents at the moment have forbidden me from choosing a university that is more than an hour away due to the fact that I have to live at home with them. I want to know that should I get into a really good university that happens to be farther away how do I convince my parents that the best...

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Albert Dec 13, 2016 1073 views

What foreign language should I learn?

I want to learn a new language so I can potentially use it in my professional career. Is there a language that would be more useful in the business world? #business #career #entrepreneurship #language #foreign-languages #social-networking #public-speaking

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Demetrio Dec 11, 2016 1151 views

Interships which ones are right for you?

Hi , my name is Demetrio i'm a current undergad student at devry university im majoring in Network systems Administrator and would like to express some useful thought to those who dont have a clue about how to gain experience in your field that will be suitable in the future so, If you're a...

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Albert Dec 10, 2016 702 views

What can I expect from college, and how can I prepare for it?

I will be going to college next fall, and I'm not sure what to expect. Many of my friends who are in college tell me conflicting stories. Some of them say that they are having a great time and they go out a lot. Some of them tell me that it is very hard academically and that they often spend...

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Nada Dec 10, 2016 1221 views

What is a good way to ensure that your scholarship essay/form/answer gets considered?

I want to be prepared for when I begin applying for scholarships and such as I am in high school now. #scholarships #college-essay

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Nada Dec 10, 2016 4672 views

Are there OB/GYN clinics that allow high schoolers to volunteer at?

I am a high schooler who is interested in the Obstetrics and Gynecology fields and I want to see what it is like to work at a clinic that specializes in these things. #volunteering #obstetrics #gynecology

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Nada Dec 10, 2016 1214 views

How do you make your university application stand out?

I am a freshman now and I want to know what sort of things I should be doing so that when it comes time to send out applications I will stand out among other applicants. #college-admissions #university-applications

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Albert Dec 10, 2016 1164 views

What is computer science? Is it worth getting into?

My high school has recently started up a computer science program, and I'm thinking of taking a few classes. What kind of stuff do you do as a computer engineer? Should I get into it even if I'm not very technologically adept? #computer-science #computer-software #engineering

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Albert Dec 09, 2016 1100 views

What are the merits of studying abroad?

I am a second year student in college, and I was thinking about studying abroad after one of my friends told me she was planning on doing so the next year. I would love to find out more information about the program, but I'm not sure if it is the right decision. Are their specific majors that...

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Albert Dec 09, 2016 872 views

Which colleges/universities should I apply to?

I live in California, and I am reluctant to go too far for college. I would like to stay relatively close to home, so I can visit my parents and come back home without having to travel too far. I'm interested in computer science and psychology, and I would like to do something in one of those...

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Albert Dec 09, 2016 941 views

How do you balance your schoolwork and your social life?

I've been in college for one year, and I'm currently in my second year. College has been much harder on me than I expected it to be, and I often find myself spending the majority of my time studying for my classes. I want to go out and have fun, but I see my friends and classmates studying and...

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Albert Dec 09, 2016 1241 views

Which major should I choose?

I'm going to be applying to college next year, and for many colleges you need to specify which major you are applying as. However, I'm not sure what I want to be doing, since it's something I may be doing for the rest of my life. I'm interested in psychology and volunteering, but I don't know...

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Nada Dec 09, 2016 1198 views

What can I do to prepare for pre-med as a high school freshman?

I am currently a freshman and I want to do my best to prepare for the expense as well as make myself stand out as a candidate when I apply to highly selective universities. #pre-med #college-admissions

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Nada Dec 07, 2016 916 views

What is the best way to pay off university especially when you will be there for a long time?

I want to hopefully become an OB/GYN one day which is a doctor specializing in prenatal and women's health studies. This career path takes some 12 years of education to even become licensed so I need the least cost burdening method to paying off university. #university #scholarships...

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Nada Dec 07, 2016 1048 views

What is a good base degree to obtain before entering medical school?

I am still #undecided as to what I should get my base degree in that would most benefit me for medical school. It would also be a big plus if it helped on the MCAT. #medical-school #medical-education #degrees #mcat

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Nada Dec 07, 2016 680 views

What are some good ways to collect a lot of scholarships and scholarship money?

In order to pay off some 12 years of higher education I am going to need a lot of money and the best way to do that is to get scholarships in my case because it's money for your merits that you don't have to pay back. #college-admissions #college-bound #scholarships

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Nada Dec 07, 2016 807 views

Are there some medical/pre-medical summer camps or internships in LA that a high schooler can attend?

I want to gain more expertise in the medical field as a high school student and a summer camp seems to be the most efficient way to do that. #career-path-planning #summer-programs

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Nada Dec 07, 2016 1039 views

What are places that give good clinical experience for a high school student?

I am looking into becoming a doctor, more specifically an OB/GYN and I want to know where I can further my experience. #doctor #clinical

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Nada Dec 07, 2016 662 views

What universities in LA are good for studying biology?

I want to get a bachelor's degree in biology and I would like advice as to which top notch universities I should apply to. #biology

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Albert Dec 01, 2016 1224 views

How important is GPA in college?

I am a sophomore in college, and the classes I have been taking have been pretty tough. I'm always studying to try to stay ahead of the curve, and the professors usually give harder tests that warrant lower averages. In the field that I am interested in (Computer Science), I have doing well,...

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Albert Dec 01, 2016 1163 views

As a Computer Science Major (or any CS related major) who has no prior work or internship experience, what do you suggest I do to get a programming job or internship?

As the question states, I am a CS major who has little experience and has only done a few side projects that were not too advanced (in web dev and basic networking principles). I am trying to get an internship and I have been sending out resumes and going to career fairs, but most companies...

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Yerin Nov 22, 2016 1849 views

What are some websites for volunteering activities for marketing and advertising for High School students?

I've constantly researched about volunteering work of marketing and advertising for high school students, but no official websites shown came out. Please help me find some websites; I want to have some experience doing advertising or marketing work so that I can learn more pursue my career...

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Yerin Nov 22, 2016 1306 views

What isthe GPA requirement for West Point Academy?

I'm interested in West Point Academy, but I don't know their average GPA requirements for high schooners. #military #us-army-military #rotc #united-states-army #westpoint

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Yerin Nov 22, 2016 1571 views

What is the average year salary for people in the marketing industry?

I'm interested in the marketing industry- marketing management, advertising, etc. I'd like to now if the marketing industry jobs have sufficient amount of payment of their jobs. #marketing #advertising #marketing-and-advertising #marketing-communications #online-advertising #digital-advertising

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Marlenne Nov 21, 2016 712 views

I'm falling a little behind on Physics, what type of websites or resources are good to improve on Physics?

Physics isn't really my area and i'm falling behind a little. I really want to improve on it not just to get a good grade but because its so interesting as well. Any help? Thanks ! #science

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D. Nov 18, 2016 1755 views

Does anybody have any tips or advice for phone interviews with investment firms?

I'm a college student majoring in English/Economics, and I have a phone interview with an REIT/Asset Management firm. I was wondering if anybody had any advice for how business/finance interviews are usually conducted. How much of a technical background should I be expected to have, and...

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1457 views

Do you have to major in business/ economics to go to business school and get an MBA?

Will I have trouble in business graduate school if I don't major in business #college #business #school #grad

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 892 views

What can I do with a political science degree other than go to law school?

I am trying to figure out what to major in and want to make sure I have a job when I graduate college #college #major

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1949 views

How hard is it to transfer within the UC system?

Is it harder than transferring from a UC to a private school? #college #major

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1702 views

How much more work is a double major?

Will I still graduate in four years? #college #major

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1090 views

what’s considered a good college gpa for top grad schools?

I want to go to a top grad school but I'm not sure what is considered a "good" gpa #college #gpa

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1235 views

Do you have to take summer school to graduate college in four years?

I'm not sure if summer school is worth the money #college

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 958 views

What types of jobs do people with international relations majors do?

I am trying to figure out what to major in and want to hear from someone who majored in international relations. #college #international #relations

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 725 views

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

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1262 views

how important are internships when applying to grad schools?

I want to attend a top grad school and want to know what the schools look at mostly when accepting students. #college #internships #school #graduate

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1089 views

What’s the best way to find internships while in college?

I want to find a good internship during college that can help me once I graduate. #college #internships

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Jed Nov 02, 2016 1174 views

Engineering Math

I want to get into a good college but i have not taken calculus yet. I am a senior in highschool and I want to get into UCSD or UCLA. Do you think I have a chance of getting into their engineering program? Did you need to take calculus before college? Or can you take it in the university?...

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Connor Oct 31, 2016 3275 views

Is science or math more important in mechanical engineering?

I am majoring in mechanical engineering and I am also taking an AP Physics course. I am much more talented in math than algebra-based science and I am wondering if math or this kind of science is more important in this field, or if they are equally important. #mechanical-engineering

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