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Esther Dec 02, 2016 996 views

Can you share your experience on how you determine what type of accounting you want to focus on?

Today while conversing with my school adviser, she asked me what type of accounting I wanted to focus on. It was until that moment that I learned that accounting has three focus: taxation, auditing, and financing. I did a lot of research over the past few days because she wanted me to get back...

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Christine Dec 01, 2016 766 views

Is it difficult to get a job as an asthma specialist?

I'm considering studying that once I get to medical school but I'm wondering if it's worth it. Will there be enough jobs open or should I think of another field to go into to? #college #medicine #school #astthma

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Abigail Oct 30, 2016 1366 views

What industries are chemical engineers the most successful in?

I plan to major in chemical engineering when I go to college next year, and I've often wondered about which chemical industry to pursue. Chemistry is a very broad topic applicable to many aspects of our lives, and I would like to know which industry is on the rise. Do you suggest food, fuel,...

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Esther Oct 25, 2016 761 views

What are some techniques/advice I can use to promote myself even more during a job interview?

I have just landed a job interview for a position as a secretary, but I lack the past office job experiences that they prefer. In the past, I have mainly worked as a camp counselor as well as volunteered at a couple of shelters. Are there any techniques or just advice that can help me make...

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Esther Nov 27, 2016 5168 views

Is taking a semester off for an internship a good choice?

As part of my school's Accounting and Taxation Honor Program, there is a requirement to take the winter semester of our senior year off for an internship. This internship will give me an insight into the accounting field as well as possibly landing me a job after college. All my financial aid...

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Jose Oct 30, 2016 892 views

What college courses should someone wanting to pursue robotics engineering take so that they are well prepared for the future

I will be beginning college in a few months giving the fact that I am completing my last year of high school and I would like to pursue a job in the robotics engineering line of work and I was wondering what classes I should take so that I will be best prepared for my future to come. #robotics...

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Abigail Oct 30, 2016 878 views

Is it worth the extra year to find a Co-op?

Every college I have visited has talked about the amazing Co-op program they offer for engineering students. Co-op programs seem to have greater success for the student as opposed to internships that only last the summer. If I decide to do a Co-op, will that affect my cost to attend that...

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Tiffany Oct 31, 2016 2883 views

What do "Universal Studies" Consist of in a List of Majors?

I've applied to a few colleges and universities that offer Universal Studies as one of their major topics! When speaking to a professor from ECU, he told me that Universal Studies holds a group of many different topics- one of them being forensic science, which is what I want to major in....

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Ignacio Oct 31, 2016 814 views

What are things an electrical engineer does on a day to day basis?

I'm planning in majoring in electrical engineering at the University of Arizona. #electrical-engineering

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Alexis Oct 31, 2016 1023 views

What is the typical day like for an engineer?

I want to be an electrical engineer because I love hands-on experience. However, I don't really know detail on what an engineer's day is like. #engineering #electrical-engineering

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Diana Oct 18, 2016 922 views

How to finalize your choice of major before college?

I am trying to decided between to passions of science and art. I had decided on web design, for having computer science and art but I am having other choices on my passion for animation. Can I do both or would that be hard? #college #college-major #highschool

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Duaa Oct 18, 2016 916 views

How to begin to shadow?

Hello, I am a pre-med student (freshman in college) and I am really worried about not being able to gain shadowing experience because whenever I ask someone how they shadowed they're like "My parents know doctors" and my family don't really know doctors and I feel like that's the only way...

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Emma Oct 18, 2016 741 views

How can I find a job that I know I will enjoy in the future?

I am a junior in High school, and have always been interested in mathematics and possibly going into health professions. How do i know i am making the right choice for my future? #science #health #math #professions

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Eric Nov 23, 2016 979 views

How do I transfer colleges?

I'm a current high school student. I was just curious how the process might be to transfer from a school to a better one that I might not be able to get into from high school. #college #college-admissions #college-selection #college-transfer

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elissa Oct 31, 2016 899 views

STEM Questions and Concerns

Since engineering is such a broad field of study, how would you find the type of engineering for you? #engineering #stem #stem-education

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Tiffany Nov 01, 2016 991 views

Will Living in a Rural Community Decrease Chances for Success?

I live in a very rural community. Some people have said that they couldn't go to certain schools and colleges because people looked down on the school I went to. Others said that since my school has a lack of teachers and some of our classes are online, colleges don't like that either. However,...

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 973 views

What types of jobs do people with international relations majors do?

I am trying to figure out what to major in and want to hear from someone who majored in international relations. #college #international #relations

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1467 views

Do you have to major in business/ economics to go to business school and get an MBA?

Will I have trouble in business graduate school if I don't major in business #college #business #school #grad

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 1111 views

What’s the best way to find internships while in college?

I want to find a good internship during college that can help me once I graduate. #college #internships

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Samantha Nov 15, 2016 911 views

How do I find the perfect career?

Even though I am a freshman in High School, I want to start thinking of a future career, but I do not know where to start off. #college #career #university

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Gillian Nov 14, 2016 2936 views

Are there engineering majors out there directly related to animals?

Animals have always been a huge passion of mine. I would love to know if there are any engineering majors that I can study that can lead me to an engineering job that involves working with animals. #engineering #civil-engineering #biomedical-engineering #animals #women-in-stem...

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Mitra Nov 12, 2016 900 views

What can I do with a political science degree other than go to law school?

I am trying to figure out what to major in and want to make sure I have a job when I graduate college #college #major

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Esther Nov 12, 2016 2277 views

Does one bad grade like a 80 on my transcript affect my chances with top tier colleges?

I have been freaking out lately due to the constant drop in my AP US History quiz grades. Except for this class, I have excelled in my other classes. Additionally, I have never gotten a grade below 90 before and my overachieving mind hopes to find some reassurance from college counselors and...

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Esther Oct 25, 2016 1155 views

During what year of college should I start looking for internships?

I am currently a freshman in college and almost every week my inbox would be filled with emails concerning job fairs, company presentations, and other possible career opportunities. I do not want to stress myself out, but the massive emails are getting me anxious and worried over my progress....

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Cody Nov 10, 2016 877 views

Whats is information about mechanical engineering? i need some answers for my junior capstone

i have background and fields for my capstone. this is for my in tech school #engineering #mechanical-engineering #manufacturing-engineering

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Hope Nov 05, 2016 810 views

What is the best way to look for scholarships?

I'm a junior in high school, so college is right around the corner for me. I want my parents to be able to save money, by being able to apply for as many scholarships as possible, but whenever I begin my search, I find myself lost, unable to navigate through the many different scholarships offered.

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Hashir Nov 03, 2016 924 views

How important is your GPA when trying to get a job in your field?

If I'm trying to get a job in any field, does GPA matter or is having relevant experience more important? #college #job-search #experience #undergraduate #gpa

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Bella May 12, 2016 1423 views

Is it okay not to know what I want to pursue as a career?

I'm a sophomore in high school, and a lot of people around me seem to be set on what they want to do in life. However, I haven't really found a topic or field that I'm incredibly passionate about. #career #career-choice #career-path #career-paths #undecided

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diego Nov 01, 2016 854 views

on average how much does it cost to get a masters in architecture?

i want to become an architect and i want to know a little more on how and what it takes to become one. #college #architecture #masters

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Daijah Oct 31, 2016 923 views

Do all majors have internship and study abroad opportunities?

I was wondering for a specific major would an internship opportunity be available at ease or would I have to go looking. Also does each major have a study abroad opportunity? #college #college-major #college-admissions #college-bound #college-recruiting