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Samantha
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What are the benefits of staying in school? What are the best subjects to study in college?
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Giovana Flores
Internal Audit Specialist
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Hi Samantha!
Some of the benefits of staying in school apart from the degree itself are that you'll expand your network significantly, you'll be exposed to lots of different cultures and beliefs, and you'll gain valuable skills (time management especially). I joined student organizations at my school, so I ended up getting to know lots of different people all studying different things and from different backgrounds, which helped me expand my network a lot. I personally went to a school out of state, so I learned how to be independent and how to manage my time well. You decide what classes to take, what organizations to join, etc., so you end up learning how to structure your day in a way that works best for you.
As for what subjects are the best, I'd say it depends on what you are looking for. Tech jobs are in high demand so studying computer science or something related is good. I personally studied accounting and think it's a good option as well; there is good job security for accountants, and it can be applied to other related fields like finance and internal/external audit. There is high demand for people studying medicine as well, but that one is very demanding. It all depends on your skill set, what you are looking for, and what you want to apply it to. I personally think that the experience and skills you get from college are more important than the major itself. As long as you know how to apply your skills and convey your usefulness to companies, you can work in any field you want.
Some of the benefits of staying in school apart from the degree itself are that you'll expand your network significantly, you'll be exposed to lots of different cultures and beliefs, and you'll gain valuable skills (time management especially). I joined student organizations at my school, so I ended up getting to know lots of different people all studying different things and from different backgrounds, which helped me expand my network a lot. I personally went to a school out of state, so I learned how to be independent and how to manage my time well. You decide what classes to take, what organizations to join, etc., so you end up learning how to structure your day in a way that works best for you.
As for what subjects are the best, I'd say it depends on what you are looking for. Tech jobs are in high demand so studying computer science or something related is good. I personally studied accounting and think it's a good option as well; there is good job security for accountants, and it can be applied to other related fields like finance and internal/external audit. There is high demand for people studying medicine as well, but that one is very demanding. It all depends on your skill set, what you are looking for, and what you want to apply it to. I personally think that the experience and skills you get from college are more important than the major itself. As long as you know how to apply your skills and convey your usefulness to companies, you can work in any field you want.
Rebecca Tang
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Thank you for your question. It really depends on what careers you have interest. Going to college is not the only choice. Some professional requires a college degree to obtain the professional qualification, e.g. doctor, nurse, accountant, engineer, lawyer, etc. However, some careers skills can be acquired in vocational schools, e.g. culinary, hair dressing, etc. Firstly, you need to find out what careers you have interest first.
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about what you have interest, e.g. your hobbies, favourite subjects, etc. and identify the related careers
E.g. If you like music, would you like to be a singer, musician, musical artist, music composer, music producer, etc.
If you have interest in maths, would you like to be an accountant, engineer, banker, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc
2. Find out more on these career and determine what you have have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
4. Shortlist 1-2 careers you would like to pursue
5. Determine how can you acquire the knowledge and skills in these career, e.g. attend college, vocational school, etc.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about what you have interest, e.g. your hobbies, favourite subjects, etc. and identify the related careers
E.g. If you like music, would you like to be a singer, musician, musical artist, music composer, music producer, etc.
If you have interest in maths, would you like to be an accountant, engineer, banker, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc
2. Find out more on these career and determine what you have have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
4. Shortlist 1-2 careers you would like to pursue
5. Determine how can you acquire the knowledge and skills in these career, e.g. attend college, vocational school, etc.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Caleb Gibson
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Caleb’s Answer
Hey Samantha, staying in school helped me to develop my true self, find what I wanted to do for the future and make life long connections. During my time in college, I learned that finding the right school that fit your needs would lead to an opportunity of self exploration. College is a great time in growing your independence, finding your daily routines, honing your values/what you believe is important and connecting with like minded people who can even become your family. You can have the chance to create life long memories while building your future through trying new things and getting out of your comfort zone. While college isn't for everyone and it is an expensive undertaking, if you have the opportunity to go then try it out. My opinion is there is a school out there for you and it doesn't need to be the one everyone knows by name but the one that has your kind of people.
Jessica Deveaux
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Jessica’s Answer
Staying in school ensures you stay employed! This would be the short answer, in general staying in school allows you to build a name for yourself lengthen your resume and have a career that keeps your bills paid and a roof over your head. If your unssure what to study take general pre req classes these classes can serves as completed when you decide what you'd like to do. I wish you all the best and hope you find something that truly interests you.
jermaine sims
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Staying in school offers a sense of achievement for me. It fills my parents with pride and provides them with a reason to boast. Attending an HBCU, I was immersed in a vibrant campus and social life. I had the chance to meet individuals from diverse backgrounds and cities throughout the nation. This experience has gifted me with lifelong friends I wouldn't have known otherwise. In my view, the most enriching college experience is stepping out of your comfort zone, leaving your home state, and embracing growth and exploration.
Michelle M.
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello, Samantha !
I would start out by saying that some people do not aspire to or like college, but if it is your dream, you have been inspired and want an experience that can not be compared with anything else, you will gain great benefits from going to college and obtaining a college degree. The predominant benefits are personal growth and a qualification advantage in the competitive job market in whatever career you choose. There's also the profound social aspect and intellectual expansion you will experience.
College is an individual, real time experience that cannot be predicted or foretold based on anyone else's experience. If your scholastic work was satisfactory to you in high school, you will most likely enjoy and adapt to college life. Although it takes some time and financial sacrifice, the benefits are well worth it. On campus you will have everything you need: a support system, like-minded friends, advisors, counselors, entertainment, events, workshops and more.
The best classes to take in college are the subjects that you like now and subjects that you want to know more about. Research possible careers that you're interested in and decide what you'd like to major in. This will be something only you can choose and something special that will showcase your interest and skill. You will find that some of the require classes needed for your degree outside of your major will be very interesting, too.
I wish you all the best in planning for college !
I would start out by saying that some people do not aspire to or like college, but if it is your dream, you have been inspired and want an experience that can not be compared with anything else, you will gain great benefits from going to college and obtaining a college degree. The predominant benefits are personal growth and a qualification advantage in the competitive job market in whatever career you choose. There's also the profound social aspect and intellectual expansion you will experience.
College is an individual, real time experience that cannot be predicted or foretold based on anyone else's experience. If your scholastic work was satisfactory to you in high school, you will most likely enjoy and adapt to college life. Although it takes some time and financial sacrifice, the benefits are well worth it. On campus you will have everything you need: a support system, like-minded friends, advisors, counselors, entertainment, events, workshops and more.
The best classes to take in college are the subjects that you like now and subjects that you want to know more about. Research possible careers that you're interested in and decide what you'd like to major in. This will be something only you can choose and something special that will showcase your interest and skill. You will find that some of the require classes needed for your degree outside of your major will be very interesting, too.
I wish you all the best in planning for college !
Matt Thomas, GCDF
Career Coach
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Matt’s Answer
Hi Samantha!
Great question to think through. School certainly has its value to stay in because no one can take that away from you once you get an education. It's important to gain skills through school and outside of it as well, but if you can manage it, school is worth finishing! Another great thing about going to college (wherever it is), is the relationships you can make that could last a lifetime.
Some thoughts on what subjects to study in college depend on what you might be interested in. It helps to do something you think you will enjoy because you will want to put in the effort. I know it's hard to know what to study sometimes, so I encourage you to research different types of career paths and perhaps take a free career assessment on MyNextMove (https://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip).
Another great way to learn what to study is doing informational discussions with family and friends. Ask them what type of work they do, what they like and don't like about it, and what they suggest to get into that field. Please remember that things can change and not to put so much pressure on yourself to figure out what to do in the next 30 years of your life. It's important to think through college and what to study, but keep that in mind.
Finally, an overall consideration of what to study is to think about your "VIPS" - Values, Interests, Personality, and Skills. Some of these you still may be developing, but it's a good practice to think through anyway. If you want to get deeper into this, you can check the Labor Market data in your area to see what types of jobs are in demand. Things like Tech, Healthcare, Engineering, and Actuarial Science are in demand sometimes, but ultimately, I would check the growth of those fields and lean into your VIPS.
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Great question to think through. School certainly has its value to stay in because no one can take that away from you once you get an education. It's important to gain skills through school and outside of it as well, but if you can manage it, school is worth finishing! Another great thing about going to college (wherever it is), is the relationships you can make that could last a lifetime.
Some thoughts on what subjects to study in college depend on what you might be interested in. It helps to do something you think you will enjoy because you will want to put in the effort. I know it's hard to know what to study sometimes, so I encourage you to research different types of career paths and perhaps take a free career assessment on MyNextMove (https://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip).
Another great way to learn what to study is doing informational discussions with family and friends. Ask them what type of work they do, what they like and don't like about it, and what they suggest to get into that field. Please remember that things can change and not to put so much pressure on yourself to figure out what to do in the next 30 years of your life. It's important to think through college and what to study, but keep that in mind.
Finally, an overall consideration of what to study is to think about your "VIPS" - Values, Interests, Personality, and Skills. Some of these you still may be developing, but it's a good practice to think through anyway. If you want to get deeper into this, you can check the Labor Market data in your area to see what types of jobs are in demand. Things like Tech, Healthcare, Engineering, and Actuarial Science are in demand sometimes, but ultimately, I would check the growth of those fields and lean into your VIPS.
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