Schools and Colleges

I’m planning to go back to school for a Management Information Systems (MIS) degree, and I have some questions. To keep it brief, here’s the essential information: I’m 25 years old and interested in pursuing an MIS degree because it could lead to many opportunities, particularly in data analysis. I’m […]

Feeling lonely at college or university? Hi everyone, I recently launched a new subreddit called r/unifindafriend, designed for current, former, and prospective students to connect with others facing similar challenges. I’m thrilled to see the community growing rapidly, and I truly appreciate everyone who has helped spread the word. If […]

Thinking About Dropping Out of My Psychology Degree Hey everyone, I’m a sophomore majoring in psychology, and I’ve been seriously considering dropping out. I initially chose this path because I was passionate about helping others. Teaching was my first love, but I was discouraged by talk of low salaries and […]

Work-Study and Hourly Wages Hey everyone! I’m a freshman at UCI and just found out that I’m eligible for work-study, but I didn’t get any awards for it. I’m a bit confused about how it all works. From what I understand, whatever job I take will have my earnings from […]

Why am I feeling so homesick, even though I’m still a senior in high school? I’ve been crying about it for almost an hour. I might be moving to Miami, which is quite a distance from where I currently live—definitely more than an hour away. Even though I don’t have […]

Is anyone else feeling anxious about the job market? I’ll keep this brief. I’m currently studying cybersecurity and working on some certifications, but my concerns extend to all fields. The job landscape seems really daunting right now. Everyone keeps mentioning how saturated many markets are, and it feels like finding […]

Taking a Class with My Research Professor Hi everyone, I’m excited to share that I have the chance to enroll in a microbiology class taught by the professor I’m currently working with on research. However, I’m wondering if this might be a bad idea. Are there any potential conflicts or […]

What has your experience been with cold emailing professors for research opportunities? Have any of you had success? If so, how many emails did you send before securing an interview or a positive response? I’d love to hear any tips you might have!

What to Do If Financial Aid Isn’t Enough to Make College Affordable Hi everyone, sorry if this post isn’t phrased perfectly. I just got accepted into an early college program out of state (I recently turned 17) and completed the CSS profile and FAFSA to apply for financial aid. While […]