What textbooks and/or texts would you recommend for an undergraduate Rhetorical Theory class? [more inside]
posted by BlooPen on Nov 2, 2009 - 6 answers

What do I do when I graduate if I know I don't want to pursue my undergraduate field? [more inside]
posted by sarahj on Sep 14, 2009 - 19 answers

Did you receive your graduate degree at the same university that you received your undergraduate degree from? If so, do you regret not branching out and going to a new university for graduate school or are you happy with your decision? [more inside]
posted by pdx87 on Aug 17, 2009 - 30 answers

Do you have good memories the department that hosted your college degree? I'm looking for specific suggestions for forming a strong community of undergrad students within one major. [more inside]
posted by about_time on Jun 1, 2009 - 24 answers

I have a bachelor's degree in Biology. Is there any way to get a degree in Materials Engineering (or any Engineering, for that matter) without doing undergraduate again?
posted by wayofthedodo on May 14, 2009 - 9 answers

Advice on seeking undergraduate engineering research [more inside]
posted by nel on Apr 22, 2009 - 9 answers

Is it worth it for a foreign parent to squeeze his budget to manage very expensive undergraduate educations for his children in elite American schools? [more inside]
posted by Mo Nickels on Apr 17, 2009 - 28 answers

I found out I will be credited as a co-author on a white paper. [more inside]
posted by ttyn on Feb 21, 2009 - 5 answers

Do you know any good undergrad schools for Political Science and Engineering double majors? [more inside]
posted by shatteredverve on Feb 17, 2009 - 18 answers

Once upon a time, I flunked out of college. I’ve been hiding out with a giant stack of books for 5 years, and have developed some pretty specific academic interests. I finally feel ready to return, but I stink on paper and I’ve got caviar taste in schools. Help me explain myself and understand the audience to whom I’m doing all this explaining? [more inside]
posted by snizz on Jan 28, 2009 - 38 answers

What careers would be open to me if I had a B.S. in materials science? More specifically, who would I work for, where could I find work, and how would I spend my days? I realize that there are probably a lot of possibilities, but I'm interested in hearing about as many of them as possible. [more inside]
posted by martinX's bellbottoms on Dec 3, 2008 - 7 answers

How to get into Harvard with average-ish grades! [more inside]
posted by freddymetz on Nov 17, 2008 - 47 answers

Am I deluded to think I can land a crucial PhD scholarship with abysmal undergraduate grades? [more inside]
posted by damn yankee on Oct 16, 2008 - 14 answers

Deep breath: I am the online editor for a New York college's undergraduate literary journal's blog, and a complete beginner. I'm wondering about increasing net-presence, keeping the site timely, and making it vibrant. Very open to ideas. Hive mind? [more inside]
posted by omnigut on Oct 8, 2008 - 6 answers

In the fall I'll be leading a short course for freshmen on adjusting to college, community service, and issues that are relevant to college students. Does anyone have any interesting and fun readings--particularly on diversity, but really on any subject--that they would recommend for this sort of context? [more inside]
posted by biscuitsticks on Aug 7, 2008 - 6 answers

I am applying for a small travel grant to fund a trip to a semi-local conference. The problem is that I have no idea how to write one! [more inside]
posted by tickingclock on Apr 21, 2008 - 7 answers

Taking the LSAT Freshman year? [more inside]
posted by aleahey on Feb 29, 2008 - 22 answers

What steps would you recommend to prepare for financing expensive education costs? [more inside]
posted by Asherah on Feb 14, 2008 - 4 answers

How do I get an undergraduate summer research grant in history? I want to spend my summer working on my senior thesis without going completely broke. [more inside]
posted by slowcat on Jan 29, 2008 - 3 answers

Does my computer matter for studying CS? [more inside]
posted by kelseyq on Aug 4, 2007 - 25 answers

I studied philosophy in college. By my senior year I had decided that I wanted to pursue a career in academia. I had co-founded a conference. I was writing a thesis. I had intentions of applying to graduate schools. However, during my last semester I experienced a crisis of faith and delayed my thesis for six months, eventually earning a "C". I want to go back and do the job right, but I don't know how. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 30, 2006 - 17 answers

I am an undergraduate student considering entering my school's Individualzied Major Program. Is this a good idea, especially w/regards to post-graduate work? [more inside]
posted by bookish on Oct 16, 2006 - 18 answers

Does anyone have advice for a thirty-something with an art history degree who wants to go back to school for a B.S. in biology? [more inside]
posted by palmcorder_yajna on Oct 5, 2006 - 8 answers

I'm a 12th grade senior in a public high school and live in a town where over 95% of graduates go to college. Can I get away with not going? Spare the politeness and call out my 17-year-old naivete. Some lengthy text follows, sorry in advance. [more inside]
posted by aye on Aug 31, 2006 - 66 answers

What would you say to a reasonably bright (nearly) 19 year old at this stage of her life? [more inside]
posted by dash_slot- on Jun 22, 2006 - 38 answers

EtiquetteFilter: An undergraduate professor of mine invited his entire class to a traditional Indian dinner at his house tonight. It is somewhat mandatory, as we will lose points on our final paper if we don't show up. Should I bring a gift, and if so, what? Dinner is in 1 hour, so hurry please!
posted by muddgirl on Apr 27, 2005 - 43 answers

I am in the last semester of my undergraduate years, and am facing the prospect of 'real life' in a few months. I live in Los Angeles and am planning on pursuing music and screenwriting as a career, but obviously will need to work to support myself while I pursue these unlikely options. I am wondering what suggestions people have as to what jobs would pay a living wage relatively quickly without much experience...[more inside] [more inside]
posted by rooftop secrets on Jan 11, 2005 - 14 answers

PhysicsFilter: Some years ago, I heard of an undergraduate curriculum that introduced physics at the quantum level using linear algebra and that did not reach classical mechanics until late in the second semester. From an educational perspective, this method is supposedly more intuitive. What textbooks employ this teaching method?
posted by mischief on Sep 22, 2004 - 9 answers

My friend needs help deciding on either a BA or BSBA degree in economics. He would like to work in international trade or something related. What are some pros/cons of each degree (and possible minors for the BA)? He would probably be working for a few years before pursuing a master's degree.
posted by Sangre Azul on Aug 31, 2004 - 1 answer