A newspaper advice columnist information?

Question

I'm considering becoming a newspaper advice columnist as a future career but i would like to know a bit more information on it so if anyone could answer any of these questions below, it would be greatly appreciated:

- How much do they make annually?

- What EXACTLY does the job entail? ( i know that i get letters and reply to them but is there anything else in between is what I'm asking)

- Is there a difference between a magazine advice columnist and a newspaper columnist? if so, what are the differences?

- what are the best colleges for that career?

- what type of college classes/ high school electives should i choose to help with my progress in that field?

Thanks in advance to all those who answer any of these questions.

Answer 1

Decide which field you would like to pursue and get a Degree in it

unless you want to become an Handyman advice columnist. Then

get experience on the job.

Ingrid