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How long will it take to pay for student loans with the salary of a dental hygienist?
Long story short, I am currently pursuing dental hygiene in a very expensive private university because the state I live in does not offer many options for me to pursue this degree. One school has a lot of pre-requisites that I did not take when I first went to college and the other has a...
What can I do with a Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene?
I am entering an associate program for dental hygiene. I know that working in a clinic eventually takes a physical toll on the body so I don't plan to do it for my entire professional career. Does it make sense to pursue a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene after working as a hygienist for a...
What are employers loking for in a person that is not academiclly related? What life skills should you share that you learned in college or learned elsewhere??
#life #life skills#out of the classroom learning#community learning
As an almost graduating college student, what are the key things I should put on my resume inorder to stand out for a job?
#college #jobs #students #student-development #student #resume #college-student#interview
What types of extracurricular activities are colleges most interested in?
Are they more interested in group activities like marching band or a sports team? Or are they more interested in academic organizations like student government, FBLA, or SMAC (Student Movement Against Cancer)? Is work experience, like teaching piano lessons, equally as important or more...
What colleges are best to apply to for a biomedical engineering major?
My current list of colleges that I'm thinking of applying to is as follows: "Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Duke, Johns Hopkins, Cornell, Brown, Georgia Tech, University of Michigan, Lehigh University, Northwestern, Vanderbilt, Penn State, University of Pittsburgh" Any college I should add? Or take...
What exactly is it a general surgeon operates on?
Do general surgeons operate on only the abdominal area, or do they also get to do surgeries relating to the brain, or the heart, or the lungs?
#career #doctor #general-surgeron #surgeon #medicine
Is cardiology a good field to become a surgeon in?
I am a rising junior in college and I know its really early to be thinking about this. I am positive I want to become a surgeon and have chosen three fields that sound interesting to me: Cardiothoracic surgeon, General surgeon, or Trauma Surgeon, in that order. #surgeon #general-surgery...
Will becoming a doctor be worth the time and energy?
Is it worth all the money you'll have to spend, the amount of studying you'll have to do, and the fact that you'll have to hold of on things like having a family? #doctor #medicine #surgeon #medical-school #medical-school
What picture is appropriate to set as your background on LinkedIn?
While updating my LinkedIn and looking at other people's profiles today, I want to know what background picture is appropriate and unique for my profile. I saw people putting a backdrop of their schools and cities. However, are those the only acceptable pictures? #career-counseling #linkedin...
What are some different experiences in different fields of Psychology?
I know I want to study Psychology, but want some details on experiences regarding different types of Psychology (clinical, research, etc.) #psychology
What jobs are available for a Bachelor's in Psychology?
I am planning on majoring in Psychology and having a job after graduation, before beginning to get my Master's.
#Psych #career #jobs
What Do You Do When You're Stuck In A Creative Slump?
Usually I get stuck in a creative block and sometimes it's hard to get out of, I'm worried that this might affect me harshly during my college years and/or my future career. What's the best way to prevent or get out of this slump?
#career #art #college
What can we do to push a conversation on lowering tuiton prices?
It's obvious that education is expensive. What are some things we can do to try and get negotiations considered for lower tuition?
#education
What are some things to do to prepare for applying to JD/PHD programs?
-What research experience/internships would be helpful?
-How important is networking when applying to graduate programs?
#education #law #graduate-school #college #applications #phd #jd #doctorate
What types of jobs can come from studying Communications?
I’m curious as to what different kinds of jobs can come from studying communications in college. #communications #college
How do you decide what to major in?
I have been doing research on different majors and am conflicted on how to decide on a field to study during college. I would appreciate advice and tips that anyone has to offer! #College
What is the most efficient way to study for finals?
Note cards? Practice tests? Studying from the textbook? Are there any resources that you recommend I take a look at that provide great ways to study for certain subjects? #finals #study
Is biomedical engineering a good major for the future, regarding job opportunities?
How does the salary of a biomedical engineer compare to other professions? Flexibility of work hours? Stability of the job? #job-market #major #college-majors #engineering #biology #biomedical #biomedical-engineering
What major should I have if I want to be a fraud examiner?
I am currently an accounting major in college, but recently participating in a leadership conference, my interest in becoming a fraud examiner was re-sparked. However, a lot of the websites I came across only vaguely said to major in a fraud examination related major. Thus, I was wondering what...
How can I make the most out of college for my life?
#college-life #college #college-degree #career
How can a black person win at life?
#life #minority #cantpayforcollege #college #success #career-path #goal
How can I get myself on track with writing and publishing a book?
I've always wanted to be a published author. I've been writing since I was little, and now I need to get serious. How do I get organized? I don't even know where to begin. I'm beginning my final year of undergrad and have plans to go to graduate school. #college #student #author...
How can I determine whether or not I should (or even want to) go to Law School?
I've been considering an education in law for years. Ever since I was little, my family would jokingly tell me that I would be a great lawyer because of my confidence in my public speaking and my love of healthy debate. As I grow older, I still receive the same feedback but with the addition of...
What schools offer study-abroad opportunities for Nursing Students?
#college #study-abroad #nurse #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare
#international-affairs
#nursing
What do I wear for an interview?
I've always wondered what is considered appropriate for an interview. I went with a short sleeve shirt to an interview, but I was then told that I had to wear a long sleeve.
#interview-preparation
#job-interview
#interview #interviews #interviewing #job-interview #interviewing-skills
How to deal with a rude roommate?
I'll be dorming during college and I am concerned about what I should do if my roommate is rude or doesn't respect my boundaries. #Collegelife
How do I properly manage my time in college?
I'm going away for college and I'm concerned on how I should go about getting things done without getting overwhelmed. Any studying tips or schedule planning ideas would be really helpful. Thank you. #studyingtips,
Which companies hire graduates with degrees in Illustration?
If I obtain an art degree in Illustration, where can I see myself working? #art #illustration #arts
How much more competitive is an Ivy League degree compared to a SUNY degree?
If two candidates are applying for the same job, will the one with the Ivy League School degree get it over the SUNY degree applicant? #degrees #college #ivy-league #SUNY #admissions #college-admissions
Is it true that RN-midwives don't get paid a lot?
Is it true that RN-midwives don't get paid at least $60,000? #nursing #college #registered-nursing #midwives #midwife #midwifery #nurse-midwife
What is the quality of UCLA's nursing school?
Is the education UCLA provides for nursing really valuable in the nursing field? #nursing #ucla #college
Should I get my BSN in a 4 year program or get an LPN then a RN and then my BSN?
I don't know if I should take the shorter route (LPN) or the longer route (4yr)
#nursing #nurse #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare
How can you use a B.A in Math to enter the software world?
For example, I'm curious about how I could use a BA in Math to work at a company like Google. #math #mathematics #applied-mathematics #computational-mathematics #mathematical-modeling #workingforgoogle #google
Describe the day in the life of a software engineer.
#Softwareengineer #WomeninSTEM
How do investment bankers, venture capalists, private equity partners, etc find deals?
I've always been curious how #investment-banking professionals, #venture-capital professionals , #private-equity professionals find deals? Their entire premise seems to be based on having #relationships within certain industries but how do they start building these? #deal #deal-closure...
How often do internships convert into full time offers? and what is needed to make it happen?
Trying to learn how often #internships convert to #full-time offers? It is common for this to happen all of the time? Does it depend on the #industry ? What steps are needed to make it happen? #jobs #careers
What are the steps needed to break into private equity without a finance background?
#Investing has always been a part of my life whether it be #real-estate-investing or #stocks-investing . I went to college for #engineering but will soon be attending a top ranked #MBA program. I was hoping to learn a little bit more of how people break into the #PE field.
What internships in college should you strive for if you want to have an engineering career working for NASA?
I'd like to have a blueprint for my success laid out.
#NASAovermatter
#nothing-left-2-chance
#SpaceX?
#futuregoals
Is a tour of a university you plan on attending a necessity?
It is a little far...
#matterovermind
#gasmoney
#college-tour=school-day
Should I trust in myself to be able to pay off student loans in the future with an exemplary university, or should I attend an average university on a full-ride?
A family member of mine has gone to an outstanding university ending with a great sum of debt. They also had offers from less quality universities for no debt.
#bestlife
#itsover9000
#commitmentday
In present day 2018, which is the most important factor in determining universities to attend: cost, environment, quality of education, or distance from home?
All of these factors are very important to me, yet I do not know which will outweigh the rest in the future.
#decisions-decisions
#life
#the-best-future
What is the best major to choose if you want to be an engineer, specializing in robotic programming?
I have an idea, but a little expertise never hurts.
#engineering #engineer #robotics #robotic-engineering #stem
What is the best major to choose if you want to be an engineer, specializing in robotic programming?
I have an idea, but a little expertise never hurts.
#I have an idea, but...
#themorethemerrier
#NASA
#2headsaresmarterthan1
How was your experience attending mission humanitaire program in Benin?
Me and my friends are planning to go on a mission humanitaire (http://www.mission-humanitaire-afrique.org) program in Benin. If anyone has any experience with such mission humanitaire program. Please share your experience. #missionhumanitaire #missionhumanitaireafrique #voyagehumanitaire...
If I don't want to finish my degree because I have a job that's my dream job, should i finish?
I am asking this because i feel as if i am stuck ##feeling-stuck #need
As a musician, how do you prepare for a career in the music industry?
The music industry is a vast place, with opportunities in almost every turn. A young musician (such as myself), can easily get overwhelmed with the amount of work available in the world. Personally, I want to be as versatile as possible in the industry, being able to work in any environment to...
What is the most difficult part about being a full time student in college?
I understand that there are a lot of distractions when you're in an environment as large as the college setting, but I want to be prepared for what obstacles I would face as a college student. #college-advice #college #student #student-life #student-affairs #college-student
How long does it take for one to complete their Bachelor's?
I was counted the amount of time I will spend in school after High school. I was considering going into Information Technology Management. How long is the schoolimg in terms of getting your bachelors and masters degree? #information-technology-and-services #project-management #help #BS #mba
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