Career questions tagged degree-selection
Which college path should I take to be a paralegal?
I'm an incoming senior in high school and since 8th grade I have been interested in the law field. I initially wanted to be a lawyer but after further research and understanding myself I came to the conclusion that being a lawyer would not be the strongest fit for me. I knew I still wanted to pursue a career in the legal field, so after further research I found the role of the legal assistant/paralegal. Since then I did more research on how to become one and schools near me that could help me reach my goal. Now my senior year is here and I have to decide and I need a perspective from others. Here are a few of my plans: 1. I go to community college for 2 years and get an AAS in Legal Assistant/Paralegal (this is an ABA approved program and also has certification preparation capstone for NALA) then hopefully transfer to Texas Tech into their Legal Studies, B.A.A.S. (online). This is my top choice. (The community college also has an area of study in Criminal Justice, AA) 2. I go right to Texas Tech and do their Legal Studies, B.A. (online) or Criminology, B.A. (however i'm not sure if going into criminology is good prep for becoming a paralegal) 3. I go to community college for the AAS in Legal Assistant/Paralegal and then transfer to East Texas A&M to the Paralegal Studies, B.A. (3ii. I go right to East Texas for the Paralegal studies, B.A. or Criminal Justice, B.A.) Whichever path I do take, I plan to get certified through NALA to be a Certified Paralegal. I did email an academic advisor from the community college based on (1.) and they said I should do the Liberal Arts Program Study (AA). "This degree plan allows students to complete the Texas required core classes that will transfer to any state public institution like Texas Tech." If it isn't noted I really do want to do the Texas Tech route for either 1 or 2. I honestly feel like the safest route is to start at community college then transfer but I'm not sure, which is why I would like to get a second opinion. Any help, POV, advice would be appreciated, thank you!
How do you pick a college?
How do you pick a college? Is any college a good college? How old do you have to be to start college? What prerequisites are good to start in highschool?
If I wish to study big cats which is the better degree to position me to do so: a PhD or a DVM?
I wish to become a big cat vet but find myself fascinated by their habits and behavior. #college #degree-selection
What Undergraduate Degree would best prepare me for a Systems Engineering/Engineering Management Graduate Degree?
I am seeking to become a Systems Engineer/Engineering Manager, but only graduate degrees are offered in these disciplines. What undergraduate degree could I pursue that would do the best job of preparing me for graduate level coursework? Would it be advantageous to complete a bachelors degree in a traditional engineering discipline while taking some management coursework as a minor? #engineering #systems-engineering #degree-selection
How will an undergraduate business degree in finance compare with a degree in economics from schools that do not offer undergraduate business majors like top ranked ivies?
As a senior in high school I've applied primarily to business schools interested in pursuing a degree in finance and/or information systems. However, at many "elite" universities like the Ivy Leagues, undergraduate business degrees are not offered. The closest equivalent seems to be economics, econometrics, or something of the kind. How does this effect career paths and competitiveness? Would I be better off attending a undergraduate business school even if I was accepted to schools like these? Any insight on the matter would be great! #finance #financial-services #degree-selection #business
What classes do I have to take to become a sports psychologist?
I am a junior in high school and am researching different careers I may be interested in performing in the future. I have been physically active and involved in sports for my whole life and am considering becoming a sports psychologist however I do not know how to go about this. #sports #psychology #clinical-psychology #applied-psychology #sports-psychology #degree-selection #college #college-major #college-bound