Montclair, New Jersey
What's it like being a theatre major?
I always loved theatre, and I'm just curious. #college-majors #theatre #musical-theatre
How do I know if a major is right for me?
Right now I am in community college, trying to sort my life out. I want to be a writer but I also want to teach, and do a million other things with my life, what do I do? #career #career-choice #major #english
What other doctoral degrees include just 4 years after undergrad?
Im a junior in high school, trying to narrow down my career choices. I know i want to do something medical, and im willing to put in the time for something im passionate about. However, it becomes a problem of money and tuition for 10-15 years. I also cant really imagine studying generalized...
How many volunteering hours should any high school student put in to get a decent acceptance to a college?
I am currently in 11th grade and I have put in about 130-145 hours of volunteering work. I was wondering if that would be enough but I am not sure. I know good grades are a factor but I was wondering what the most a child can put in? #college #science #health #school #college-admissions...
I plan to major in International Relations, and I would like to hear what that major entails from someone who's studied it.
I love the idea of helping people by being a diplomat, working in government, or for a not-for-profit. I just don't know anyone who's majored in this field and I'd love to hear what it's like! #international-relations
What importance does a PhD hold?
Why are PhD field members get higher pay? Why is it such a respectable stand? Should I aim for a PhD in biomedical engineering? #biology #biomedical-engineering #science-phd
Does commuting strip a person of their college experience?
My sister who is a dormer has always lamented to me how important it is to dorm and move away from home. She emphasized on the key phrase "college experience." Instead of listening to her, I am opting to commute because of the internships available for my major in the city. I am wondering if...
Switching professions?
Hi, my dream as a child was to become a famous singer, and I'm also very known to have a beautiful voice etc. but my father was telling me that it wouldn't be a stable career as a start off and I should choose a career that would, like a doctor. And after I finish med school, I can go off and...
Is it possible to switch your profession from a doctor to a famous singer?
Hi, my dream as a child was to become a famous singer, and I'm also very known to have a beautiful voice etc. but my father was telling me that it wouldn't be a stable career as a start off and I should choose a career that would, like a doctor. And after I finish med school, I can go off and...
What diplomas are most useful for a career in venture capital?
I'm interested in venture capital but the path to such a job is unclear. If I wanted to get a job in a venture capital firm straight out of college, what degree would be most useful? #college #college-major #entrepreneurship #venture-capital
Which branch of psychology has the highest rate of hiring
I am psychology major and I have been told industrial psychology have the highest rate of hiring meanwhile I am interested in health psychology. #professor #professional #graduate-school
Will graduate programs will down on taking science prerequisites at a different college than your own, such as community college?
Applying to grad programs. #graduate-school #college-admissions #undergraduate #occupational-therapy #college-recruiting
Is it worth applying to a joint BS/MS program after already receiving your BA?
Some graduate programs only offer the joint program. They happen to be much longer since they are joint programs. However, many programs only offer a regular MS degree. #psychology #graduate-school #occupational-therapy #masters-degree #speech-pathology
If one is not accepted into graduate school, is there a way to find out what the admissions counselors disliked?
Will it be told to you in your rejection email? Or do you have to schedule an appointment with an admissions counselor? #graduate-school #graduate #physical-therapist #undergraduate #physical-therapy #masters #occupational-therapy #graduate-programs
What do graduate schools focus on in the admissions process?
I have heard that graduate programs will first look at GPA, which will then remove the unqualified students. #graduate-school #college-admissions #masters #college-recruiting #graduate-recruitment #graduate-programs
What are different specialties for one going into a career in occupational therapy?
Going into this field. #science #physical-therapist #therapy #physical-therapy #occupational-therapy #therapists #hospitals #occupational-health
Is it worth taking out student loans for graduate school programs? Will I ever be out of debt?
Currently applying to graduate schools. Private school programs are so expensive. #college #graduate-school #scholarships #student-loans #debt #graduate-recruitment
How many graduate programs should one apply to?
Applying to graduate programs now. #university #graduate-school #undergraduate #university-applications #graduate-recruitment #graduate-programs
What happens if you don't get into graduate school on the first try? How should you go from there?
Graduating College #health #graduate-school #college-admissions #volunteering #college-applications
What are the best graduate programs for occupational therapy on the East Coast?
Looking into the field. #healthcare #graduate-school #physical-therapist #therapy #physical-therapy #occupational-therapy
What can you do with a psychology major?
I am a psychology major. #psychology #college-major #college-admissions #clinical-psychology #mental-health
What is the difference between public and private accounting firms?
Whenever I hear the word "accounting," my mind would immediately think of the four big four firms. I never fully understood what is the difference between the big four (public firms) and private firms that makes the big four, distinguished targeted employers. I learned before that private...
What are some good internships in New York City for a Criminal Justice & Psychology major
I am a dual major that wants to start building a productive resume. I am still undecided on what I career choice I want. However I still want to participate in as much activities to see which one I like best. #psychology #criminal-justice #law-enforcement #clinical-psychology
How do you manage school, work, and extracurriculars at the same time ?
I am currently working, and I go to college full time, how can I manage all of these 3 things at the same time while also being successful in them ? #career #school #work #life #full-time
Does college rankings matter?
I remembered back in high school, rankings was a big thing to me. I would constantly check usnews and other websites to see where a certain school ranked before applying to it. However, now that I'm in a college that is averagely ranked, I am wondering if ranking of a college really does...
When buying a business how do you tailor it to your specific needs as terms of making it successful and earning an excellent profit.
I want to be successful entrepreneur #business #entrepreneurship #business-management #financial-services #business-development #business-analysis #financial-accounting #small-business
Can you share your experience on how you determine what type of accounting you want to focus on?
Today while conversing with my school adviser, she asked me what type of accounting I wanted to focus on. It was until that moment that I learned that accounting has three focus: taxation, auditing, and financing. I did a lot of research over the past few days because she wanted me to get back...
Is it difficult to get a job as an asthma specialist?
I'm considering studying that once I get to medical school but I'm wondering if it's worth it. Will there be enough jobs open or should I think of another field to go into to? #college #medicine #school #astthma
What can I do to gain more leadership experience in college?
From the start of college, I have joined many clubs and organizations to get involved. However, lately I've been stressing out because every time I desire to join a committee or become a board member, I never quite succeed. Will not obtaining leadership positions hinder my potential to...
How do you stay focused and driven in school without slacking off?
I want to be the best student I can be now and in college #college #student #graduate-school
Is taking a semester off for an internship a good choice?
As part of my school's Accounting and Taxation Honor Program, there is a requirement to take the winter semester of our senior year off for an internship. This internship will give me an insight into the accounting field as well as possibly landing me a job after college. All my financial aid...
What are some extra curricular activites that look impressive on a college application?
I'm a sophomore in high school and have been focusing on building up my extra curricular or activities so I have a good list when I start applying for college and I want it to look impressive so they can see that I'm all around good student and not just academically. #college-applications...
What are the major differences in how different sizes of company perform?
I am wondering about my future and am trying to think of a ideal size that I would like to work for a company. I'd like to know if there are any major diferences between big and small companies.
What is the best you would give to someone on the path to becoming a PA?
im would like to in get some advice for PA school #medicine #nursing #biology #physicans
What kinda of job can you get with a Health science degree?
I've always had an interest in the healthcare field and I keep on switching my mind on what I would like to be. #medicine #biology #healthcare #chemistry
If your a pre-med student Is it better to major in the sciences or a major of your choice?
I am a pre-med student and i would like to know which major in sciences or a major of your choice will benefit you when applying for a career or med school #medicine #biology #pre-med #physical-therapy #biotechnology #biochemistry #molecular-biology #bioinformatics
Are undergraduate students able to internship in a hospital?
I've been looking at many internships related to healthcare and many of them require bachelor degrees or other requirements that undergraduates don't have. #nursing #biology #pre-med
WHat are the prereqs to becoming a PA?
I would like to know what classes I need to take in order to get into PA program #nursing #healthcare #health #physicans
How much job growth is excepted for PA's?
I am #undecided about what I would like to do in the healthcare field. I have been looking into the PA field lately and it has got my attention #healthcare #physican
Why are accountants usually the first career that people associate with miserable and bored people?
From my teacher, counselor, to my mentor/boss, all have told me that I need to be 100% sure that accounting is the right path for me. They then will go on to cite examples of accountants that they know who are miserable and hates waking up to go to work each day. Why are accountants always...
Is there a better career outlook to double major in accounting and a computer related major (CIS) or accounting and a language major (Chinese)?
I soon have to declare my major in order to sort out the necessary courses with my college adviser for the upcoming years. However, I am stumped. I have always intended to major in accounting and a computer related major like Computer Informational System, but recently I started hearing about...
Does one bad grade like a 80 on my transcript affect my chances with top tier colleges?
I have been freaking out lately due to the constant drop in my AP US History quiz grades. Except for this class, I have excelled in my other classes. Additionally, I have never gotten a grade below 90 before and my overachieving mind hopes to find some reassurance from college counselors and...
What classes are the best classes to take in college if i want to own my own dance school?
I am a dancer and I've been dancing since age 4. I love dance and i love children. I feel that dancing is a positive way of expression. I live in Far Rockaway, Queens and not a lot of people have lots of money to pay for professional dance classes for there children so they don't introduce it...
What type of degree do you need to become a pediatrician and are there any courses i can take now to become more experience in that field?
I am a senior in high school and i want to take pre-med courses in college. I want to become a pediatrician because i love kids and i am passionate about helping children and being a big help to the world by a little part. I want to go into college knowing exactly or at least close to what my...
Is it better to major in Finance or Accounting if you want to be an investment banker? What college courses should they take in order to do extremely well?
I have been reading a lot of articles about how to get into the investment banking industry and how valuable a knowledge in finance and economics is but I wanted to know if accounting could still bring some value. #financial-services #investment-banking #financial-accounting #investment-banker
What websites do you go on to renew your fiancial aid and pell grants?
I am asking this question because it seems as though not many people know how exactly to renew their aid for next semester and that can take away financial aid from low-income students. #financial-aid #information
What Math courses do I need to take to get into medical school?
I MIGHT or might not go to medical school. For my current major, the only math classes I have to take are Precalculus and Statistics. Do I need one or two Calculus courses, too, or anything else? #college #mathematics #medical-school
What books would be helpful in understanding more about software development for applications?
The reason I am asking is because I wanted to try out a sample project of working with applications in software development. I wanted to know of some good book reads to know more about the process. Also if I could get any advice if I were to code everything in java, like any helpful advice for...
What are some good questions to ask a professional panel?
I have had the opportunity in the past to visit accounting firms and converse with accountants. However, I always found myself at a dead end with an inability to come up with good questions. I had a train of thought, but I could not put them into words. Now I want to get an idea of what would...
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