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What’s next for nursing degrees following the pandemic?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Nurses have certainly been in the forefront since the pandemic began. If you’re thinking about entering this career, what can you expect? We’ll cover the outlook for nursing degrees, how the pandemic caused shortages, and what you can expect after you graduate. Why is There a Nursing Shortage? Hospitals at the moment are struggling to …
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Top Future Proof Degree Paths

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
As the job market changes each year, finding a degree path that will stand the test of time is important for everyone, and particularly so if you are just now going into college and need to declare your major. Future proof degrees ensure high job security as they lead to careers that will always be …
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What is a Gender Studies Degree?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Gender Studies Degrees generally focus on gender identity, sexual orientation, and similar topics, and how they can shape or change behaviors, feelings, power dynamics, domestic violence and more. They tend to be interdisciplinary fields. Although it got its start as “Women’s Studies,” the degree programs have definitely branched out in recent years. If you’re looking …
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4 Great Undergraduate Majors for an Aviation Career

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re thinking about going after a career in aviation or aiming to become a pilot, you may be wondering what undergraduate major to go after. These four majors for an aviation career could be exactly what you need to reach your goals. Aviation This is the most commonly chosen major for those going after …
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College Majors for a Career in Architecture

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Architects, depending on the specialty, can earn between $50,000 and $150,000 a year (or more in some cases) Is it a career you are considering? You have a couple of options when it comes to undergraduate majors, but you’ll want to be sure you’re taking the right courses to give yourself your best chance of …
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Majors for Veterinarians

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 25, 2023
Do you love animals, science courses, and healthcare? If so, looking into schools with majors for veterinarians might be the right path for you.  Veterinarian schools are notoriously difficult to get into, but it’s possible. In fact, thousands of applicants are accepted annually. Veterinary programs do however require specific prerequisite courses, so choosing the right …
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Undergraduate Majors for a Physical Therapy Career

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Thinking about becoming a physical therapist? Although you need a Doctoral of Physical Therapy (DPT), your education needs to start somewhere. This is a competitive field and growing, so a good undergraduate degree can help you get into top schools and give you a foundation needed for success. Here are just undergraduate majors for a …

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