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Focus on Majors: Biology

Ryan Clark

Published on: 09/12/2026

Curious how living things actually work? We break down what a biology major looks like day-to-day: the labs, the research, the hands-on experiments, and the range of careers it opens up, from medicine and marine biology to biotech, science journalism

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How to Get Into NC State University:

Ryan Clark

Published on: 07/28/2026

Learn how to get into NC State, including its acceptance rate, GPA expectations, test-optional policy, application deadlines, essays and scholarships.

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Liberal Arts Reconsidered | Clark College Consulting

Ryan Clark

Published on: 06/12/2026

From career outcomes to earning potential, we bust the most common misconceptions about liberal arts degrees and make the case for why these programs produce some of the most versatile and sought-after graduates in the workforce.

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Focus on Majors: Applied Mathematics | Clark College Consulting

Ryan Clark

Published on: 05/09/2026

For students who enjoy math but aren’t sure where to apply it, this major offers flexibility and real-world relevance. We explore how applied math connects to fields like computer science, economics, and biology, and why understanding how to interpret data is becoming just as important as generating it.

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Focus on Majors: Gerontology

Ryan Clark

Published on: 03/08/2026

With one in five Americans soon over 65, careers focused on aging are growing rapidly. This article introduces gerontology and highlights how studying aging connects to healthcare, policy, psychology, and leadership, offering both purpose and opportunity.

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Helping Your Teen Choose A College Major | Clark College Consulting

Ryan Clark

Published on: 11/02/2025

Choosing a major may feel like a big decision, but it’s really a process of exploration. This article uncovers how parents can guide their teens without taking over by encouraging curiosity, using free career tools, and supporting conversations that help teens make confident, informed choices.

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