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Credit card with great bonus points for college students?

Question by Julia: Credit card with great bonus points for college students? I want to start building a good credit. I heard that Visa and Mastercard are the best. However, I’m searching for one that has no annual fee with great flyer miles or bonus points. Any suggestions on which credit card company I should [...]

Whats the best credit card for a college student?

Question by haleylol: Whats the best credit card for a college student? Please do not respond “no credit card” I am very responsible with money and I want to start building a good credit history before I start making serious purchases. I’ve read that Citi mtvU Platinum Visa for College Students is a good card [...]

What kind of job that pays around 350-400 dollars a week is good for a college student?

Question by Immortalblue: What kind of job that pays around 350-400 dollars a week is good for a college student? I am a college student and am in a difficult situation at the moment financially due to my current job severely reducing hours, and am having a hard time finding a new job to balance [...]

What is a good APR on a credit card for a college student?

Question by embabe232: What is a good APR on a credit card for a college student? I am researching credit cards, to basically sign up for my first one so i can build credit. I dont plan on using it except for like 2 times a years.. to actually build the credit. Anyways what is [...]

Careers with no college degree required in teaching, social work, therapy/counseling, law, psychology, history?

Question by Mr. Brightside: Careers with no college degree required in teaching, social work, therapy/counseling, law, psychology, history? And any where I could work at home would be nice. Best answer: Answer by Dr. KnowitallMost places that teach want teachers that are educated. Give your answer to this question below!

Help choosing a college to match career path?

Question by carcar: Help choosing a college to match career path? 1. I’d like the college to be on the east coast. 2. I’m interested in psychology, social services, drug counseling, and anything active/working with children 3. Also if you have any career suggestions, please let me know! Thanks in advance Best answer: Answer by [...]

Q&A: Interested in the health care field, transferring to a state college?

Question by ella: Interested in the health care field, transferring to a state college? I have an AA, and I was initially planning to go into Comparative Literature, but I always has a passion for the health field. I love research, technological advances in our health care, etc. But I know you need a masters/doctorate [...]

Why wouldnt claiming bankruptcy after college, to get out of paying off the debt, be a good idea?

Question by Dworzynski: Why wouldnt claiming bankruptcy after college, to get out of paying off the debt, be a good idea? My friend says that he can go to college and go into major debt and then get out of paying for it all by claiming bankruptcy. Sounds like a good idea, but there has [...]

What contributes to your credit score? What are things that I can do while I’m in college to help mine?

Question by kacey: What contributes to your credit score? What are things that I can do while I’m in college to help mine? I know that paying your credit card bills on time helps your credit score. Do other bills do that, like my apartment rent? I’m a full-time student, so I can’t work right [...]

Q&A: Good waysfor college student to build credit?

Question by piscesgurl310: Good waysfor college student to build credit? What is a good way to build credit besides a credit card? (although I could take that route). I would consider myself to be a financially fruga person I am very careful about my spending and have no debt except a few thousand in student [...]

College student: How to get out of Credit Card debt?

Question by AO: College student: How to get out of Credit Card debt? I have had about $ 900 C.C. debt for almost a year now! I am in college and only work part-time at a crappy minimum wage job right now. I am looking for a full-time job for the summer, hopefully I will [...]

If I moved for college and left my job am I eligible for unemployment benefits until I find a new job?

Question by loki7714: If I moved for college and left my job am I eligible for unemployment benefits until I find a new job? I moved 250 miles away from my hometown near Baton Rouge, Louisiana and had to leave my job with Albertsons bc there aren’t any up here in Ruston, LA. Am I [...]

Q&A: Is there a good health insurance for college students?

Question by Sandy: Is there a good health insurance for college students? I am a sophomore in college and have not had health or dental insurance since I was a little girl. I can’t be on my mom’s insurance cause the price will sky rocket. I have a part time job so I don’t get [...]

How do I get out of college loan debt?

I have $30,000 of student loans. I am in grad school and still have one year to go. My field, library sciences, does not guarantee work, especially in this economy. I am training to be an EMT basic. This pays $15 per hour to start. I dont want to take out any more loans but [...]

how can I get a good job , a suitable job after graduating from college?

I’d like to find a new job as I am not satisfied with my present job. I graduated from college. I’m doing my job as a teacher,but it’s boring .I’m working in a primery school , 15km from my house- it’s rather far.I’m mayor in English.Please help me to find another job.

What are the best first steps in becoming a counseling-psychologist? Aside from signing up for college classes

I want to change careers and become either a one-on-one counseling psychologist or a high school guidance counselor.. Any suggestions? I want to bookend some activities with my college classes..

I’m a student in college and would like to find a new job that pays well w low volume of hours?

Any suggestions would be most appreciated!

what kind of career does not require a college degree?

I should provide more details to narrow down what I want for a career. I like to be in control and be my own boss. I don’t like to be pushed around by anyone. I’m no good with math or money so trading or stocks online probably won’t be good for me. I love making [...]

What can i do to help myself to be able to get a good job after graduation of community college?

I am in the Human Service field child and youth as my concentration, does anyone have any suggestions as to what I can do to help get a good job after graduation? I want to do career counseling than my other choices are working with children’s aid, non-profit organizations for children, and my last option [...]

What is the best starter credit card for a college student looking to build good credit (job: babysitter)?

What is the best starter credit card for a college student looking to build good credit (my “occupation” is babysitter)? I’ve researched so many cards online and can’t find a non-bias answer to my question. Thank you for any help you can give me!