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Getting into university

Getting into university

Hey so I was just thinking what range of grades would I need to get into western? My parents are saying 95+ but my guidance councilors have been saying 80s are fine. Also is there any clubs or sports that western considers good?

S.v   206   8 Replies

S.v

Need help involving Math courses

Need help involving Math courses

Hi, my name is Emily and I'm going into Gr. 12 and I'm planning to take all 3 maths which are adv functions, data management, and calculus. The problem is I struggle with math, but I need it to go to University, and I'm very worried. A

emilyliv   420   8 Replies

emilyliv

Dealing with rejections

Dealing with rejections

Finished with BS from the best american institution for higher education in the region. Took 4 years and a whole lot of money. Exhausted. Unfair academic environment. Disappointment. Topped with rejections for graduate studies.

What now?

ehd123   3561   8 Replies

blackdragon_kc

Can someone who graduated from a school like Julliard go to medical school?

Can someone who graduated from a school like Julliard go to medical school?

I am a senior in high school and I applied to Juilliard.
I am a singer and actress and it is my dream to go there.
But my another dream of mine is to be a doctor.
So is it possible to graduate from a fine arts school like Julliard and then get accept

nursemama0729   647   8 Replies

firehouse

Do people have a job during medical school?

Do people have a job during medical school?

I am very curious about this.
I want to go to medical school really bad and when I go I want to be able to support myself and not live off of my parents.
But it seems like there would be no time for a job.
What do people normally do?
Do they get a pa

buggyg69   661   8 Replies

liz77

I got a great MCAT score, but maybe I am too old for medical school. I am 37. What are your thoughts?

I got a great MCAT score, but maybe I am too old for medical school. I am 37. What are your thoughts?

I am just having 2nd thoughts. Should I quit a job I enjoy doing and follow my dream of becoming a doctor? I make good money now. But it is not about money. It never was. It's about never quitting on a dream. But maybe I am too old for chasing dream

1023ersin   759   8 Replies

098741

If I'm not gifted in math - Study Astronomy?

If I'm not gifted in math - Study Astronomy?

I'm very interested in astronomy, and possibly getting a BA or masters in the field. However, I was never great at math in HS. I was like a C or B math student, and I always needed some help (except for with easy stuff like geometry). Should I be con

dave2011   1342   8 Replies

SMK.ANOOP

Is it a myth that going to medical school in the caribbean is bad?

Is it a myth that going to medical school in the caribbean is bad?

why?

lisa201313   675   8 Replies

seneefoster

A brave list of medical schools NOT to enrol into to

A brave list of medical schools NOT to enrol into to

Hi everyone,

If anyone here is aspiring to become a medical doctor following their undergraduate degree, here's one school you should not enrol into - even if they offer you a free education

Here's one reason

lewis   10186   8 Replies

sarah!

Best schools in NE

Best schools in NE

So I really want to stay in the Northeast and obviously I know about all the ivys but I'm not too good at figuring out the second tier schools... I think I could just maybe make it to Cornell but I want some others that aren't complete safe

apbio64   2293   8 Replies

ppk

Good Marine Biology Universities

Good Marine Biology Universities

I am thinking about studying marine biology when i go to university. Dose anyone know good universities for marine biology or that specialize in the field.

I already have two suggested to me:
1) Portsmouth University
2) Universit

Xooki3   3890   8 Replies

Jaydhenz

Studying in the US. Worth it?

Studying in the US. Worth it?

Is it worth the hassle to do MCAT and apply in US universities if the same course is offered in european universities and I myself being european? By hassle I mean taking MCAT, applying for a VISA etc.

micro   1286   9 Replies

neogene

I hate my major

I hate my major

I am very close to completing my degree but I'd rather get it in something else. Is it best to finish or change?

Adill1106   2047   9 Replies

doseofmegan

If math and science are complex why should we expect God to be easy?

If math and science are complex why should we expect God to be easy?

I've seen a lot of questions put here on Y!A dealing with"If God is real why this?" or "I don't understand this so it must be untrue" but we study math and science in school for years. If their is a God wouldn't he be more complex then these things?

irina   1018   9 Replies

smkt025

How do you successfully study Math?

How do you successfully study Math?

I recently sat down (after a few days of procrastination) and decided to study for my Math exam(I am a first-time Freshman).But when I opened the book I figured out that I had absolutely no idea how to study the material-English and Science are easy

lforbes21   724   9 Replies

lflmk

What books i can to read about general biology?

What books i can to read about general biology?

i'm  first semester biology and i need a good material,mainly in spanish or english.

dulic   3568   10 Replies

Monox D. I-Fly

Is a Masters in Molecular/Developmental Biology just as good as a PhD??

Is a Masters in Molecular/Developmental Biology just as good as a PhD??

I am not sure if I want to pursue a Masters in Molecular Biology/Developmental Biology or a Phd.

Heres my dilemma, I overall want to make a 6 figure salary but I am not sure if just a Masters degree is going to cut it

Also, will

LilMamaBad   2461   10 Replies

mikael

If you are good in math can you give me some advice?

If you are good in math can you give me some advice?

Like any tips or anything for basic and up?
Or is there something special you do before you study math?

irina   1498   10 Replies

lfh

Do colleges look at which major you choose while deciding whether to admit you?

Do colleges look at which major you choose while deciding whether to admit you?

I have heard that colleges look at a persons preferred major before deciding whether they are given admittance into the university. Does your declared major affect admissions?

shahindian2009   7329   11 Replies

qualtavia

need textbook references (intermediate to phD)

need textbook references (intermediate to phD)

hi I'm looking to buy a good collection of biology books that can bring me up to phD level, self study. Does anyone have any recommendations? I am interesting in doing research in biology and want to tackle evolutution, genetics and microbiology

vtran31   1222   12 Replies

vtran31

Is Philosophy an important course to take when getting into law?

Is Philosophy an important course to take when getting into law?

Hi, just another question, is it important to take a philosophy course for Grade 12 if your planning to go into law? I wanted to become a specific lawyer. I took the regular religion course since its required to take either one those, and considering

nha78   474   13 Replies

nha78

Pharmacy College

Pharmacy College

Hi fellow bio bound bro's 

I'm in my 2nd year of undergrad and I had originally planned to write the PCAT test in the summer so I could apply for the Sept 2011 entrance. Then when I went on PharmCAS most of the schools I

Rohzer   3488   13 Replies

duddy

Going for a PhD / already have your PhD?

Going for a PhD / already have your PhD?

Hey guys. I'm interested in hearing why you decided to go for a PhD and how you achieved it. Did you prepare your thesis abroad or in your country? What were the requirements? How did you decide on what subject you would cover?

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meristem   6886   15 Replies

duddy

Why is everyone trying to become a doctor?

Why is everyone trying to become a doctor?

At my college most people are trying to go to medical school. Every race in my town is saying that they are pre med and that they want to apply to medical school, including myself lol. Why is that. I find it hard to believe that all of these kids tha

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rinakidd   1412   17 Replies

neogene