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I'm in high school and not sure if college is the right path for me. I've heard trade schools can be a good alternative. Can anyone share what kind of jobs are available through trade schools?

I'm graduating soon and thinking about a gap year to explore some interests and gain experience. Does anyone have creative or worthwhile gap year ideas that a high schooler like me can consider?

As I'm preparing my application for Boston College, I'm curious if they offer on-campus interviews. Would it be advantageous to visit and interview in person, or are they strictly virtual?

I've heard a lot about gap year programs but I'm still not entirely clear on their purpose. Can someone explain the benefits of taking a gap year before college and how these programs generally work?

I'm exploring career options after high school and thought about trade jobs. Which trades are worth learning in terms of stability and income potential? I'm looking for options that have a good future …

I'm starting my college application process, and I'm wondering if every college requires interviews. Are there specific types of schools that place more emphasis on interviews, or is it just optional …

I'm wondering if college interviews are usually scheduled after your application has been submitted through the Common App. Does anyone know if this is standard, or if interviews can happen beforehand …

Hey everyone, I'm curious if optional interviews for colleges are really worth it. If I skip them, will it negatively impact my application? I want to make sure I'm putting my best foot forward. What …

I'm thinking about taking a gap year and noticed that some schools host a gap year fair. Can anyone share what to expect from these fairs? Are they useful for finding unique gap year options?

I'm applying to an honors program and heard they have interviews. Does anyone know what questions are typically asked? I'd love to hear from anyone who's been through it and can offer tips or advice.

I've been thinking about taking a gap year before college, but I want to make sure I choose a program that will be beneficial and well-respected. What are some of the best gap year programs out there?

I'm applying to liberal arts colleges, and I've heard interviews can be intense. How should I prepare for English interview components, and what kind of questions might they ask? Any tips on standing …

I'm preparing my application for Smith College and was wondering if they offer interviews. If so, is it something I need to go out of my way to schedule or will they contact me first?

What's the best way to continue studying during a gap year? Are there programs that let you earn college credits or certificates during this time? I'd love to keep learning even if I'm not in a tradit …

I want to spend my gap year doing service work in the USA. Are there well-regarded programs that focus on volunteering or community projects? Would love to hear about your experiences and any impact i …

I'm considering going into a trade after high school and seeking something that's relatively easy but still pays well. Does anyone know which trades fit this description? Any advice or personal experi …

I'm curious about what Forex traders do on a day-to-day basis. What are the main job responsibilities involved in this career?

I'm applying to some state colleges and was wondering if they usually have interviews as part of the admissions process. Is this typical, or is it more common for private schools? Any experiences woul …

I'm getting mixed signals about whether a college interview really boosts your application. Some say it's super important, others not so much. Would love to hear if it actually makes a difference from …

I'm graduating soon and considering taking a gap year before heading to college. I'm looking for ideas on what I could do during that time. Any suggestions for productive or interesting gap year activ …