Virginia, USA

I'm asking this question because I love to write and would adore a major in creative writing however, being a psychologist supplies a solid monetary standing. #psychology #creative-writing #college #college-major

I have wanted to go to Notre Dame since I was a young boy. I understand that I may not have given enough information, but I want to have a better rough understanding of my chances of getting into Notre Dame. I think that I have about a 1/3 chance of making it. #college #college-admissions...

Should I plan a college schedule and course list with the thought of a job in mind, or should I just create my schedule based on class availability and find a job that fits that realm after?

#work #college #balance #work-life-balance

I am a high school junior, and I am unsure of if I should choose my dream school (Notre Dame) over a school that is about as good but less expensive. I obviously have not applied to any schools yet, but I am trying to prepare for when I do. #college #financial-aid #choosing-a-college #colleges...

I'm about to start college in the fall, and I'm applying for scholarships and saving up from working part-time. I understand how to earn money from college, I just don't know how payment works. Will I have to pay for classes before school starts, will it all hit me after I receive my degree?...

Like many, this is my first time away from home for an extended time. I am nervous about managing my personal focus and organization skills without support. I look forward to the social aspect of going to college, but worry about managing my studies in a timely manner. I know of support...

For your areas of interest, how do you plan to manage your areas of study? I know some students with a double major and 4 minors. Is this the expectation? The new standard that we have to compete with? Or is this what works for a percentage of our peers? What combination of major & minor do...

College is a big transition in a teenagers life, so I was wondering if there are tips to ease this process. #tips #goingtocollege

I am asking because I plan on playing sports in college, and I’m curious to hear from someone who is currently playing a sport in college and how they handle the academics.
#studentathlete

My mother raised me and my two brothers by herself. One brother has graduated college and moved out of state. My other brother and I will both be leaving for college in August. I'm excited about going and I know my mother is excited for me. But I worry about her being by herself and having to...

UPDATE: Just got the acceptance I was waiting for today!!! So today is April 1st, and everything I've read says colleges notify applicants by April 1st. There are two schools I still have not heard from. At one school an admissions counselor reached out to me to ask me about some things on...

Many college admissions officers and guidance counselors push students to find their passions in high school. At the ripe age of 15 or 16, students are expected to know exactly which career they would like to pursue and the impact they want to have in the world. However, many students do not...