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Jackie Jan 13, 2017 1118 views

How do I know if studying abroad is for me?

I have never traveled alone or been away from my family for more than a few weeks. However, I love to travel and I am considering getting a degree in Europe or Australia. These programs are also so much cheaper than USA programs and have less requirements. Yet, I am worried that I might feel...

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Jackie Jan 13, 2017 4599 views

How do you propose the idea of an independent study with a professor you don't know?

I have an area of interest that builds off of a specific subject matter that a professor teaches. The issue is he only teaches one class on that topic, and I have taken it already (a few terms ago). I would like to ask that professor to do an independent study class with me to build on this...

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Jackie Jan 13, 2017 1060 views

Can graduate or medical students stay in dorms?

Are there dorms for upper-level students? #college #medicine #graduate-school #college-bound #living #dorm

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Jackie Jan 13, 2017 1098 views

What is a GRE exam? Is it similar to the SATs?

What does this exam actually measure? #college #college-admissions #testing #prerequisites

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 957 views

How to write a statement of purpose when applying to college programs?

I am applying to a post-baccalaureate medical program which requires a pre-application including a statement of 'what prompted your desire to pursue medicine now.' Is there a formula for writing these statements? Should I write it like a cover letter? Should I be creative and tell a story? What...

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 1136 views

How to ask a professor or past-employer for a letter of recommendation?

Is it appropriate to ask a professor who doesn't know you very personally, but you did well in their class? #college #career #internships #resume #recommendation #web-applications #job-application #personal-development

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 1384 views

How do you make a good impression when volunteering?

Where I volunteer is a pretty impersonal place. I just go in unnoticed and barely get acknowledged by any staff. I understand that the staff is both busy and tired (this is an animal ER). I don't want to interrupt them, but how can I make good relations? The program offers letters of...

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 1516 views

Did you choose your career path for money or because it was your passion?

As much as we all want to follow our dreams, I often wonder if I am making the right decision pursuing a career that doesn't have high salaries. #college #career #career-choice #salary #financial-planning #personal-development

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 1406 views

What are some universally beneficial hard and soft skills to put on your resume?

What hard skills and soft skills should everyone have on their resume or c.v.? #college #career #jobs #internships #higher-education #resume #interviews #job-skills #job-application

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 4767 views

Is it appropriate to negotiate a salary or stipend with your potential employer for an internship?

A lot of internships are unpaid, but if you need a salary or stipend of some sort, can you ask your potential employer? #college #internships #interviewing-skills #salary-negotiation #stipend #financial-planning #personal-development #job-application

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 941 views

How do I get a student loan?

What are the steps I need to take to get a student loan for tuition? #college #student-loans #loans #tuition

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 1547 views

Will attending an ivy league school guarantee better job opportunities?

Does going to an Ivy League make you more likely to receive more job opportunities? #college #career #graduate-school #college-admissions #job-search #college-bound #undergraduate #ivy-league

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 4599 views

Do all graduate colleges/medical schools accept AP credits?

Some of my course requirements were fulfilled using AP credits, like biology and physics. However, will these AP classes still be considered as fulfilling the requirements when I apply to medical or graduate schools? Or do they not count these classes?

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 7167 views

What information should I include in a cover letter?

When applying to a job that requires a resume and a cover-letter, what information should I include in the cover letter so that I don't 'repeat' what's on my resume? #college #career #internships #interviews #volunteering #cover-letters #job-application

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Jackie Jan 12, 2017 1046 views

How to manage LOADS of reading assignments?

I taking 19 credits of classes this term, all of which have an astronomical amount of reading homework. Every time I go through my assignments, I've realized that I may not be reading effectively. I tried skimming and underlining, but by upon finishing the text, I realize I didn't quite grasp...

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