Far Hills, New Jersey
How do you get college credit for you AP scores?
I'm a rising high school senior and I took a total of 5 APs so far. I want to receive college credit for my scores so that I can save money as well as skip the introductory classes. However, I am confused on the process. When and how should I send my scores? #college #ap
Grad school vs. undergrad
Hello! Can anyone comment on the differences between undergrad and grad school? I am interested in astronomy/physics and was wondering how the classes differ, how teachers teach, etc. Any advice is appreciated. #graduate-school #physics #undergraduate #astronomy #grad
Most of the teenagers have confusion while choosing their career path after high school.
Is there a better way to sort out many of the teenagers confusion, by letting them known about which areas they are good at and at which areas they are going to excel? This will give them a clear view about their future. #engineering #medicine #law #architecture #high-school #arts #politics...
When to start looking for a high paying job?
Should I start after- or during college? I am a little confused as to how the process works. #jobs
DIfference between BA and BS degrees?
I am an astronomy/physics major and am currently pursuing a BS degree. I would like to ultimately work in a scientific discipline and/or for the government, and was wondering if a BS degree makes a big difference from a BA? What kind of job would a BA physics degree candidate be able to have?...
How do people ensure themselves a financially stable future? How can I as well?
For example, I was always confused how people automatically move out of their parents' house and start supporting themselves right after receiving a job. When someone starts working, I always feel that it may be too early to start finding a home since a person wouldn't have too much money to...
Would like to be self-employed but want to know how this process works?
I was wondering if anyone here can explain the process of self-employment. How does this work and as a college student, what should I be doing now to get to that level? I am an Astronomy/Physics major since these are the topics I love the most, so how can I be able to ensure I become...
How is the working environment in academia like?
For example, becoming a professor at university or working with a research team at a lab. Scientific research is something that I am really interested in, but is it a flexible position? Can I also do something in industry as well? #academia
What would be the most efficient way to make money in a short time period?
If you are a struggling student and need some cash in your pocket, what options do I have? #student #employment
How do colleges determine which applicants have the potential to receive financial aid?
The tuition of college keep growing higher, and there are limited opportunities for scholarships. It is really helpful to know that there is help offered to people with a low income through financial aid. However, I'm not sure what the exact criteria are, and if it varies from college to...
What are the advices you want to tell the younger you when you were in college? Study- wise, career-wise ...
I want to hear the tips from college graduated to enhance my college experiences. #college #graduated
From my research, I find that most programmers nowadays use Java, Scala, and the C language. My question is how is Scala used/what is it used for?
I'm an Information Technology major who is working towards becoming a future web/mobile developer, and want to explore lesser known, but still useful programming languages, like Scala and Perl (not stated in my question, but I'm still eager to know). #software #mobile-applications...
What are the positives about working in the business world?
This is important to ask because it can help influence others why they should join the business world. #business
Do employers look at the volunteer work people do?
Its hard for teenagers to get a job but its easier finding volunteer work #volunteering #volunteer
How can a college freshman prepare an interview for an internship position?
I am asking this question for a friend who recently got a position with the Parks Department in New York. He wants to know any good skills that he can keep in mind before his interview. #interviews #colleges
What type of internships can I look into while working towards my degree in Sociology and Anthropology?
I am looking for an internship for my senior year in my undergraduate studies. I'm looking because it seems to me that most students receive jobs faster when they have done an internship at some point throughout their college career. It seems to be a great way to get my foot in the door, build...
What jobs can I find with a minor in Gerontology?
I am currently studying Sociology and Anthropology with a concentration in Conflict Resolution. I also chose to minor in Gerontology. #jobs #career-path #sociology #anthropology #conflict-resolution #gerontology
What advice do you have for students who are trying to decide on a career path?
I know a lot of students who have difficulty picking out a career path to take even after their senior year in college, and i feel that they will need some advise to answer this question. #college #career #mentors
When offered your first job, or a full-time position, what are some important questions to contemplate over before making your acceptance?
My name is David, an Information Technology major, who is not only career-focused, but also eager to know how to make careful, personal decisions as I progress in my career. #jobs #career-choice #career-paths #first-job #career-plan
Is it worth looking into work at home jobs or not?
I have recently been browsing some jobs online as any college student would to be able to do something over the summer. However, it seems sketchy and unconventional that how are people able to work from home and make more than one can imagine. The past year I worked as delivery and it was a...
Pursuing my passion to serve my community, where do I turn after college to become apart of a police force.
I need help to figure out where to go after getting my degree in criminal justice. #police #police-officer #firefighting #community
What one thing about nursing do you wish you had known when you started as a new and inexperienced nurse?
I want to be nurse and I think it is prudent to learn from others who are already "traveling that road". What advice can you give me? #nursing #nurse #pediatric-nursing
How has nursing changed you?
I am considering a career in nursing (thinking about pediatric nursing) and I want to assess the impact nursing will have on me. I've heard some horror stories about high turnover rates among nurses, yet I know I want to help people. How can I know that this is the correct career choice for...
What should I pack for college dorming life?
I'm new to college and am very open to suggestions on what to pack that would be appropriate and aloud on a college campus. #college-life #packing
Whats the best way to scheduled classes for your freshman year of college?
I'm registering for classes soon and I want to plan a scheduled that will be the least stressful for me wile I adjust to my new surroundings. #college #classes #scheduling
Whats the most effective scheduled for a freshman in college?
I get really nervous with change and am open to any suggestions when it comes to planing my courses. #college #courses
What kind of things should I pack for college?
I am dorming at the college of my choice and am open to any good suggestions on whats good and not good to pack. #college #college-life
Do you have any advice on proper interviewing techniques?
What are some good questions to ask a potential employee to determine if they are a good match for the job? #business #management #manager #executive
How do you start a modern art gallery?
I am interested in owning an art gallery. What steps can I take to achieve this? #art #museum #gallery
How exactly are scholarship monies put towards tuition and can they be limited to certain careers even it is a major or minor?
I wanted to understand that once scholarship monies are granted, the discretion of spending is now at the students disposal. However a fellow classmate was unable to scholarship money towards their major in business. How can I avoid the same problem. #major #scholarship
Is it possible to major in languages in which more than one language is mastered at once?
I am currently interested in majoring in languages, however through research found that most majors are limited to specifics. For example I pick up dialect, word choice, and accent quickly and have put it in practice; more than volunteer requirements but as a career. I can't seem to find a...
How did you go about finding your first college internship and what did you gain from the internship?
I plan to be engaged in internships when I am at college. #engineering #science #technology #research #experience #work #intern #medical-laboratory
What is the best part about studying abroad?
I am interested in studying abroad in college. #science #biology #education #research #chemistry #studying
What extracurriculars stand out when applying for medical school?
As a freshman and soon-to-be sophomore, I haven't participated in much on and off campus. I'm worried that I won't be able to find anything I'm very interested in by the time I need to apply. #college #medicine
How does it feel transitioning to High School student to College Student and trying to pay for it?
I ask this because in one more month I will be a college student and I'm still trying to figure out how I will get the money because scholarships haven't been easy to get. #college #professor #students
Whats the hardest thing to do in the FBI?
I ask this because I would love to be in the FBI one day and fight crime. #police-officer #federal-government #federal-agent
Just curious to know, how could a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree, and an IT degree (one of them) lead to a job in the computer software industry?
I'm David, a rising, college sophomore, who is majoring in Information Technology. Although I'm thinking about becoming a future web developer/employee for either the internet, or online media industry, I am still curious in learning more about how different fields of engineering can benefit...
Should I go into pre med or business administration?
I am stuck between choosing two majors for college and I need help choosing. #college #students
What's the best way to stand out in a college with a lot of students?
What you do with your college years are important when searching for jobs. But what kinds of things will make you stand out? #college #job #student #graduate #interviews #advice #alumni
Should I take college courses as a sophomore in school or wait for my senior year?
I have this ambitions of taking AP classes in my sophomore year for college. I do want to get an early college courses done in high school which will give me a broader knowledge for college. #educator #experience #professionals
What is the best way to find internships in college?
I hope have a few internships in the future. #college #internships
What jobs do most communication majors pursue?
I am asking this question because I plan to pursue a communications degree #professor #communications #majors #communication
What are some major difficulties if one were to work for IT Audit, and Accounting? Also, what are some programming languages that suit IT Audit?
My name is David, a rising, college sophomore, who is majoring in Information Technology. As of now, my primary focus is web development, but I'm also interested in exploring my other career options that fall under the IT industry, such as IT Audit. #accounting #information-technology...
Which is the most difficult CS subject/theory that you studied but important to the field? And the reason please?
I'm currently a high school and will be starting college in June and I want to know about the difficulties I would come across while persuing my major. #studying-tips #sport #project #manage
What's more important an MBA or CFA?
Which one is more important ? #business #finance
How do you know what career you want?
I'm a bit unsure what to do after college. How do you decide what your path should be? #business #marketing #fashion #design #photography #advertising #drawing #undecided
What are the key programming languages that front-end web developers should know? How about for back-end web developers?
Hello, I'm David, a rising, college sophomore, who is majoring in Information Technology, with a concentration in web and mobile app. development. The reason I'm asking this is that I'm thinking about becoming a future front-end web developer, but at the same time, am deciding whether or not a...
Industrial Engineering vs Mechanical Engineering?
I have a passion for Mechanical Engineering but I'm worried about keeping that passion as I progress through my career. I have heard that Industrial has even better pay and more demand nowadays. Thoughts?
What is it like to be a Mechanical Engineer?
Is it a desk job? Does it require a lot of hands on work? Do you carry a lot of individual responsibility or is there a lot of teamwork? Does your income allow you to live comfortably? #engineering #career #income
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