Q: How much does graduate school cost? A: One of the biggest misconceptions shared among undergraduate science and engineering students is that graduate school is expensive. Welcome to the greatest secret in higher education. While others rack up bills going to medical, dental, business, or law school, an engineering or science graduate student just might … Continue reading How much does graduate school cost?
How can I get a patent?
Q: How can I get a patent?
A: Individuals and companies obtain patents to protect new inventions.
What should I put on my resume?
Q: What should I put on my resume?
A: As a recruiter in science and engineering, my advice is put three things on your resume.
I’m getting a BS in engineering and would like to continue on to graduate school. I am not sure if I should pursue a Masters in Engineering or a MBA?
Q. I’m getting a BS in engineering and would like to continue on to graduate school. I am not sure if I should pursue a Masters in Engineering or a Masters in Business Administration?
A. It depends on what you want to do with your education. If you want to do engineering, go for the Masters in Engineering. If you want to be a manager with a technical background, get the MBA.
I’m about to graduate and I have a choice of two jobs and a girlfriend.
Q. I’m about to graduate and I have a choice of two jobs. Job 1 is my dream job, but it is located out of state. Job 2 is a decent job located in town. I also have a girlfriend. She has a year left in school and I think there is a future for us. If I take Job 1, I know it won’t be good for our relationship. If I take Job 2, it won’t be good for my career. I really like this girl. What should I do?
A. I think this is the first time I will ever give relationship advice.
Which major is the best one to pursue in college?
Q: Which major is the best one to pursue in college? A: It depends on what you want to do. Do you want to make a lot of money? Do you want to do something you love? Do you want to be a business owner? Do you want to always be employed? Do you want … Continue reading Which major is the best one to pursue in college?
I know I think like an engineer, but I really love sports medicine. Is there any way to really combine the two of them?
Q: I’m a senior in high school and I am on the fence about pursuing engineering or sports medicine. I know I think like an engineer, but I really love sports medicine. Is there any way to really combine the two of them? A: First of all, the answer is yes. You can do both … Continue reading I know I think like an engineer, but I really love sports medicine. Is there any way to really combine the two of them?
How does MAES support students pursuing graduate studies?
Q: How does MAES support students pursuing graduate studies? A: MAES supports students in graduate school through several means. The GRE Waiver Program supports students financially by covering the fee to take the Graduate Record Exam. At the annual MAES symposium and career fair, graduate and undergraduate students are able to present research and compete … Continue reading How does MAES support students pursuing graduate studies?
What is the most important thing to learn in school?
Q: What is the most important thing to learn in school? A: Learn to love the process of learning. Unfortunately, somewhere between elementary school and college, most students are turned off from school and learning becomes a chore. This is sad because learning is the most natural part of life. It is also the most … Continue reading What is the most important thing to learn in school?
How many times are you allowed to take the GRE?
Q: How many times are you allowed to take the GRE? And if you can retake it do they replace your score if you score higher than the first time you took the test? A: You can take the GRE as many times as you want. Unfortunately, a higher test score will not replace a lower one. … Continue reading How many times are you allowed to take the GRE?
