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Isabel Apr 19, 2018 2496 views

How can I make myself look like the best candidate for a scholarship?

I have committed to a college and its very expensive to pay and I need all the money I can get. How can I stand out to scholarship readers so that they want to choose me rather than anyone else? #scholarships #applications #essay #college #financial-aid

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Daniel Apr 19, 2018 708 views

Is it possible I can do a minor and major when I applied to college for next year

Specifically, next year I'm applying to NTID, Gallaudet, and Hunter College.
I'm thinking about doing a major and minor. So is it possible for me to do both?
#junior-year #curiosity

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Nashaun Apr 19, 2018 559 views

are there good career that don't require colleges. #college

#college

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Isabel Apr 19, 2018 528 views

After completing college and getting a degree how can I ensure that I get a job in that field?

I am planning on majoring in plant sciences and I want to make sure that I get a job that is relevant to plants and the environment. However I know that the economy is not the best and being just graduated from college just looking for a decent payed job is hard enough. How can I ensure during...

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Adyan Apr 19, 2018 596 views

Does it take more than 4 years of college to get the job you want?

I heard that 4 years of college is not enough for every job to be performed so if this is true, how many more years need for its requirement? #college #career

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Shawn Apr 18, 2018 907 views

What is better, joining a small game development company or a large one?

I aspire to become a video game developer, with one of my plans being to join a game development company. After I graduate college, should I start out by applying to work at small ones or large ones?

#digital-media
#video-games
#video-game-design
#video-game-production

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Shawn Apr 18, 2018 1150 views

Are game design companies constantly looking for interns?

I plan to go into Digital Media and Design in college so I can learn how to become a Video Game Developer. I was thinking that if I wanted to get a chance at joining a game company, an internship at one might be good for my resume. Are U.S. Game Design companies always open to hiring interns?...

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Venese Apr 18, 2018 791 views

What is the best major to receive your bachelors in, if you want to go to law school after.

So I would love to be a lawyer one day. Since you have to do your undergrad first what do you suggest receiving your bachelors in. #law #female-lawyer #undergraduate #bachelorsdegree

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Corrine Apr 17, 2018 782 views

What if I really hate my roommate after six months????

My roommate in the dorm will be my best friend. I love her but a little afraid.#roommate #college #dorming #housing #campus-housing #on-campus

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Corrine Apr 17, 2018 635 views

How can colleges ask us to have an intended major when we are all 17 and 18?

Its a great big world out there, and making us decide what we want to be before we are ready. #insane #I am too young

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Jastyn Apr 17, 2018 755 views

How to stay motivated and inspired while stressed out?

I'm currently a senior in high school. With all the stress around finals, prom, graduation, college, it can be really hard to stay motivated to focus on school. For me, it also affects my ability as a student musician to focus on my music and be inspired by music. Are there any tips and/or...

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Jastyn Apr 17, 2018 821 views

How do I get a head start on my music career while still in school?

I'm going to be attending college in the fall to pursue my major in music technology, but I really don't want to wait until I've gotten my degree to make moves in the music industry. What steps/initiatives can I take to give myself a head start in my career while actively working on my degree?...

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Barbara Mar 30, 2018 901 views

Does graduating from an ivy league matter or rather what you make from the degree?

I'm asking this question because I always thought that graduating from a known school matters, but does it? Or does it matter when you are interviewed? #interview #education #school #college

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Barbara Mar 30, 2018 853 views

How do you handle a difficult patient?

For all healthcare providers, once in a while you deal with patients that complain about agony, the facility and the people that work in facilities. #nurse #health #healthcare

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tiffany Mar 30, 2018 824 views

how do i convince an employer i am qualified despite my lack of experience once graduating?

in regards to my future career
#nursing #nurse #career

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tiffany Mar 30, 2018 740 views

once i complete my bachelors in RN would it better to go straight into masters or should gain experience first?

in regards to my future career
#nursing #registered-nurses #career #medical-school

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Molly Mar 27, 2018 653 views

What are the implications of attending a college far from home?

I really like a college but it is far away from my family and my home. I am worried that I will not be able to adjust. How do you know if you are ready to leave home? #college-bound

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Molly Mar 27, 2018 1325 views

How can a women thrive in a male dominated field?

I am going into engineering. I understand that my college classes and workplace will be dominated by men. I would like to know how I can assert myself and no be intimidated. #engineering #women-in-stem

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Jonathan Mar 27, 2018 824 views

What are some classes to take in college that will make me a more well-rounded person?

College offers so many opportunities to learn new things - but we don't have a lot of extra class time after we take the requirements for the core curriculum and for our major. So I would like a few recommendations on courses that are worth taking so I can learn something else that is fun and...

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Jonathan Mar 27, 2018 951 views

What is the best Communications major to get involved in the making of commercials?

I have been accepted to college for the fall and I am now deciding on my major. I thought it would be Video Production but I don't always want to be behind the camera. What types of communication majors would help me be both a production expert but also a business position -- working on...

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Brendan Mar 26, 2018 721 views

Should student debt be a major deterrent in determining which university to attend?

While there are many factors to consider when choosing a college, one of my largest has been the cost to attend. I know there is no clear-cut answer to whether or not a certain university is worth attending over the other, but should student debt be one of the most important (if not the most...

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Brendan Mar 26, 2018 770 views

How much debt is too much debt when deciding on which college to attend?

Like many seniors in high school, I am trying to decide which college I should attend next year. One of my biggest concerns of course is the massive cost required to attend a university. My question is whether there is a limit on how much I should spend on my education. Is there a generally...

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Christiane Mar 21, 2018 909 views

Is it worth paying that extra out of state tuition?

>>for the Penn State University Park campus
#college #college-tuition #university

Also, are there any Biology majors from the Eberly College of Science that can provide some insight as to how rigorous that program is?
#biology #penn-state #bio-major

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Alina Mar 20, 2018 985 views

What are some tips for a beginning entrepreneur to learn about branding

I am a grad student starting a health and environmentally conscious skin care line and need to figure out what my company will embody. What are some suggestions I can get to help guide me towards my ideal customer, what my brand stands for and how it's different than the rest. I really want it...

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Alina Mar 20, 2018 759 views

What is the best study tool to learn economics for beginners?

I am taking Competitive Strategy at the Yale School of Management this semester. I have no economics background and even though the material isn't completely over my head, I feel intimidated and behind. What can I do to catch up, even a little? Is there a one-stop website or book that can...

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Alina Mar 20, 2018 1150 views

How does a startup go from selling to independent boutiques to large retail stores?

I am in graduate school developing a health and environmentally conscious skin care line. Since I have reached out to different stores of how I can acquire shelf space, I feel that there is a gap in my knowledge between small and large retailers. I'm aware that I need to make bigger sales and...

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Logan Mar 19, 2018 895 views

How do you choose a specialty in nursing?

Do specialties make you more or less attractive to prospective employers? Do you choose based on interest, availability, pay, or other aspects?
#nursing #nurse #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care

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Logan Mar 19, 2018 714 views

How do you screen jobs for work culture before you accept an offer?

Once, I interviewed and got a position that seemed perfect... until I saw the long list of people who had the position and then quit. The manager was mean, sneaky, and micro managing and I wish I knew that before I accepted! How do you get truthful answers about managing style, and get info...

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Jaei Mar 19, 2018 3079 views

What are the main job objectives when being an Architect?

#architecture #architect #information-architecture

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Orleisha Mar 18, 2018 772 views

After receiving a BS in biology, and going onto medical School. Is becoming a dermatologist the smartest idea?

I have came to the conclusion that I would like to major in biology. Biology is fascinating, as you learn about evolution and ecology. I have decided to become a dermatologist. I do not know much about dermatology but I am willing to learn. #dermatologist #dermatology #bio #biology

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Orleisha Mar 18, 2018 763 views

When entering into the medical field, is it better to major in nursing or biology?

Throughout most of my life, I always wanted to become a pediatrician. I love helping others and making a difference. Whether it be an accomplishment or a tough obstacle , everything you do in life reflects upon your character. I am kind , loving, and nurturing, which makes me gravitate more...

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Rachel Mar 16, 2018 924 views

How to succeed in medical school

I am planning on attending medical school but have heard that it can be mentally and emotionally draining. What is the best advice for not only doing well academically but also being mentally healthy in medical school?
#medicine #medicalschool #mentalhealth

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Rachel Mar 16, 2018 935 views

Are gap years ok to take before med school?

My goal is to go to medical school and become a physician. However, I feel that if I have a little more time, I can get more clinical experience and be a more competitive applicant. Are gap years looked down upon by medical schools?
#medicine #gap-year

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Mikayla Mar 16, 2018 860 views

If I am asked to apply for financial aid, did I get accepted to the college?

I have been asked to apply for financial aid by multiple colleges and afterward, I receive my admission packet.
#collegeapps #financialaid #acceptance

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Mikayla Mar 16, 2018 989 views

How can I master Time Management?

I have always been a giant procrastinator and I've deduced that the only way to succeed in college is to have good time management. #collegefreshman #success #procrastination

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Malina Mar 15, 2018 763 views

Does taking challenging courses in high school actually pay off?

Initially, when I began taking accelerated courses --which evolved into Honors programs and AP classes-- my goal was to complete most necessary classes so that by senior year I could go home after fourth period. Now here I am, at that aspired goal of checked off credits and possessing the...

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Malina Mar 15, 2018 718 views

How can I pursue a career in pharm while also having fun in college?

I want to go into the medical field of pharmacy --whether that's PharmD or pharmacology, I don't know yet, I know that I'm in that vicinity-- and get a good job where I can make an even better salary. But I also want to live the normal college life and not live four more years of stress-induced...

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Laureale Mar 13, 2018 783 views

What is a day in the life of a Dentists like?

#dentistry #dental-hygienist

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Laureale Mar 13, 2018 690 views

What education level is needed to become a Medical, Dental, and Laboratory Technicians?

#dentistry #medicine

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Aliyah Mar 13, 2018 725 views

Would it be a smart choice to base the college you go to on whether or not it has programs relating to the job you want to have?

Finding a college that has an aviation program is really difficult, however, there are a select few that do have this option. Would it be a wise decision to attend a college just because it has this program, or would it be a better idea to attend any college that stands out to me and figure out...

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Aliyah Mar 12, 2018 827 views

How can a woman become a pilot in such a male dominated field?

I’ve always loved planes, they’re never scared me, in fact, I’ve always felt safe in them somehow. I want to be a pilot, but knowing that the chances of them choosing a man surpasses the chance of a woman being chosen is frightening. I mean, how many times have you boarded a plane and heard a...

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Pogba Mar 12, 2018 769 views

What career in software engineering pays the most money?

There are different careers in software engineering, out of all of them which one benefits you the most in like pay.
#software-engineering

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Pricilla Mar 05, 2018 1448 views

What can I do with a bachelors in biology? I can really use some help

Hey guys, I am here seeking for advise. I graduated in 2016 with a bachelors in biology and now I don’t know what to do. I originally planned on going to med school but soon found out that school is not for me. - I have a 2.7 gpa. For the past two years, I’ve been doing little jobs but nothing...

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Bradford Mar 02, 2018 795 views

I would like to develop software for the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.

A large problem in our country is the amount of undocumented persons within its borders. How can I develop Software to make the process of deportation more effective for the ICE. While President Trump has seeked to finish this goal, I fear that without the proper software and monitoring devices...

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Edyam Mar 02, 2018 671 views

What do I do if I am not sure about what career I want to pursue?

#futurejob

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Jamie Mar 02, 2018 846 views

I hate school what should I do?

#school #high-school-students

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Daylenis Feb 28, 2018 899 views

If you don't know what career you want to pursue in, is it okay to take a gap year?

I am not sure what I want to do in the future.#confused #need-help

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Fatima Feb 09, 2018 1228 views

What are the qualities that colleges look for in prospective students interested in journalism?

I really want to partake in a few colleges that I've done excessive research in regards to their journalism programs and I'm still unsure what they are looking for precisely. What appeals most to them when they think of accepting a student into their programs regarding the field of...

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Brenda Feb 03, 2018 991 views

Should I transfer schools? [College transfer]

Hello CareerVillage community! I'm currently a college student in my second year. I'm about to complete my fourth semester at my public school, where I'm pursuing a BFA in Studio Art, concentration in Graphic Design. I just declared my major as Graphic Design, but the program that I am in is...

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Queen Jan 29, 2018 812 views

How can I get interested in studying and improve the way I study?

I don't like studying but I do study, it just feels to me like it's not helping me in one of my classes and that's the class I need the most. How can I improve my studying techniques and be better?#studies #studying-tips

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