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A Guide to What Computer Engineers Do

Computer engineers work with computer hardware, software, artificial intelligence (AI), networks, and more. They often have degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, or Computer Science, depending on the college they attended. Here’s a rundown of what college engineers do, how you can become one, and some top schools you …
Women in STEM: Two computer scientists at work
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Degrees of Distinction: Standing Out in a Competitive Market

Key Takeaways Competitive degrees are typically programs with strong reputations, high job demand, challenging coursework, or limited openings. Medicine (Pre-Med/BS-MD), Law (JD), Engineering, Business (Undergraduate and MBA), Computer Science (CS) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), Nursing, The Arts (Music, Theater, Film), Psychology, Economics, Biology, and Communications are all competitive majors because of their academic rigor, popularity, …
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Breaking Down the Numbers: The Average Income of Civil Engineers

Key Takeaways: Civil engineering is all about designing and building infrastructure, with specialties in areas such as construction, geotechnical, structural, and transportation engineering. The median salary for civil engineers in 2023 was $95,890 with the highest-paying percentile earning over $150,640. Education, experience, location, and industry can all affect how much civil engineers make. Civil engineers …
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Bar Exam Sample Questions

Once lawyers earn their Juris Doctor (J.D.), they can sit for the bar exam. The bar exam is required for them to become practicing lawyers. The test is undergoing some changes in the near future and the questions will be changed. We’ve covered everything you need to know below and provided some places to find …
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A Beginner’s Guide to Navigating Medical School Admissions and Acceptance Rates

The overall allopathic medical school acceptance rate is about 43%. Key factors that influence a med student’s acceptance are overall academic performance (including MCAT scores), extracurricular activities, and a strong personal statement. Acceptance rates for med school varies by institution and other factors like in-state vs. out-of-state, public vs. private, and undergrad major. Understanding medical …

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