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Looking for a career change, unsure on how to proceed
- dbush2765
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Programs How difficult is it to get into a top PhD program?
- mc0210
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Programs Should I take math or computer science electives for theoretical physics?
- mc0210
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Chances of Getting Into MIT w/Sophomore Year Grades
- RickTheBrick
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What's the magic formula for ensuring that I land an internship?
- tahayassen
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Aerospace Engineering versus Mechanical Engineering
- goaliematt76
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Having Trouble With Mathematical Proofs - How Important for Physics?
- Astrum
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How do you study university-level mathematics?
- set
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Emailing professors for research positions
- Mdhiggenz
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State School for Physics or Elite School Humanities
- Gabe123
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How to study mathematics rigorously
- Matzematze
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Seeking advice on switching to engineering from physics
- Bobbo Snap
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Is Burnout Inevitable for Physics Students Pursuing Astrophysics Research?
- Lavabug
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Graduate programs like Perimeter Institute for math?
- cmb5858
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Schools Things I should know before starting University Physics
- Aspchizo
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Boosting Chances for Masters in Medical Physics at SDSU
- Lawrencel2
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Is it possible to rectify mistakes?
- TyndallEffect
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Schools Letters of recommendation from non-native English speakers (US schools)
- PhizKid
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Is It Too Late to Pursue Genius in Math and Science?
- mathgenius
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Physics classes with limited math background?
- NanaToru
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Newb to Physics, Good Places To Start?
- Chocolatechips
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Is Accelerating My Physics Degree at UConn a Good Idea?
- mc0210
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Sample questions for semiconductors and superconductors
- paulzhen
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Should self-studied topics go on your CV for PhD applications?
- wrldt
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Programs Best community service for physics majors?
- Ascendant78
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How many REU applications should I submit for my first time?
- member 392791
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Schools Transferring with algebra-based physics instead of calculus-based
- Astrum
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Depressed, 2.84 gpa Physics sophomore, can I handle it?
- Gaara
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Research during undergrad: more is better?
- hikaru1221
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Theoretical physics but worse in math
- phyky
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Physics books for a curious 15-year-old and what physicists actually do
- guitarphysics
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Pursuing a geophysics degree while working in oil and gas
- ChaseRLewis
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Freshman year GPA (not horrible, but not brilliant)
- lasymphonie
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Requirements to waive out-of-state tuition fees
- jaydnul
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What are some good introductory physics textbooks and teaching strategies?
- FalconOne
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Schools Should I go for theoretical physics in college?
- BH Wiz
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Measuring myself against other math students for grad school preparation
- hello95
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Feedback on REU program statement of purpose
- Takuza
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Need advice on which math classes to take
- HeLiXe
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Schools Physics or Computer Science? Starting college late and I welcome your opinions
- DeRecked
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Courses Switching Majors: Is it Possible to Graduate in 1.5 Years?
- TDRR
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Schools Freshman at my local community college
- hrodger
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Should I Take 3 Upper Level Math Courses at Once?
- SMA_01
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I want to study algebraic geometry and differential geometry
- pswongaa
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Programs Does it really matter where you get your PhD?
- FalconOne
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Studying How can I effectively study for the PGRE?
- ktb
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Schools Graduate school conundrum? Low Ugrad GPA high Master's GPA
- wrldt
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Admissions Graduate admissions committee politics
- wotanub
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How Can Aspiring Mathematicians Develop Effective Study Habits?
- stgermaine
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Schools Switching Undergrad Schools: Should I Do It?
- hideelo
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Programs What Career Paths Are Available for Graduates of Math/Physics Programs?
- n1992
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Computer Science vs. Computer Engineering vs. Software Engineering
- Esoremada
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Schools Don't know what level of graduate school to apply too, help please
- Lanza52
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Schools Is it wrong to choose one graduate school to apply to?
- trickslapper
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Schools Is a 3.0 GPA Requirement Common for Grad School Admissions?
- Angry Citizen
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Schools Is it realistic for a white male from a large university to apply to good REU's?
- ktb
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How do people go about deciding what engineering they want to do?
- Gridvvk
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Three recommendation letters out of four?
- BucketOfFish
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Which branch of Engineering Technology?
- punter
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Programs Too Old for Math PHD? - Get Advice Here!
- Szichedelic
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Courses What should I review over break for this Astrophysics course?
- romsofia
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Physics vs. Chemical engineering, difficulty
- JFrankParnell
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Schools What are the Best Universities for Studying Physics and Playing Basketball?
- radioactive8
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Courses Find Universities w/ Online Math Courses for Graduation
- devilazy
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Is Postgraduate Physics Boring or Fascinating?
- thedexter
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Programs First year with physics major. What to learn in spare time?
- Ascendant78
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Is this Spring schedule too difficult?
- kikko
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Programs Getting a degree in physics after MD?
- thedexter
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New to Physics and passionately interested
- SeamusHiram
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Schools What Are Math REUs Looking for in Essays and Statements of Intent?
- hsetennis
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Master's in mathematics from Europe with a physics background
- rehanhulk
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Should a first-year be doing research?
- whyme1010
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What class is general relativity taught in?
- HeLiXe
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Looking for online study partners
- dustbin
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What Are Some Research Ideas in Theoretical Physics for Graduate Students?
- zero.pi
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Just got accepted a job as a reader/grader
- johnqwertyful
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Should I switch from Chemical Engineering to Engineering Physics?
- Nikitin
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Feedback on my REU personal statement draft
- ozone
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Schools Grad School at 30: Advice for Late-Age Career Changers
- brane88
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O level student and I badly want to get into Cambridge
- Cosmologist.
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What education meant in the 1900's
- jaydnul
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What skills should physics and engineering majors develop beyond academics?
- n10Newton
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Schools Preparing for a physics or mathematics major in college
- SrVishi
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Career options for double engineering interest?
- Ishida52134
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Where can I find resources to learn higher mathematics online?
- dbmorpher
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Interested in physics or chemistry but never learnt it.
- Orha
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Prerequisites for studying EM, thermodynamics and quantum mechanics
- rbrayana123
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Courses Advice on Coursework Load for Physics Major/Math Minor
- Niteo
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What's the Point in Getting Good Grades in Your Undergrad?
- GreenPrint
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Critique my statement of purpose
- JesseC
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Wants ChemE job, loves Mechanical E curriculum
- zachucsd
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Schools Need an engineer's perspective on a college essay
- eddiemaini
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Schools How to compare potential advisers for grad school?
- LogicX
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Courses Choosing a 5th course: Optimization, Electromagnetism II, or Stellar Astrophysics
- mangoman
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Doing great in upper level physics - but really what's the point?
- torquemada
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U Waterloo Medicinal Chemistry Program
- punter
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What is a Major Average in Physics?
- M. next
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Schools Is Iowa State University a top engineering school for electrical engineering?
- jaydnul
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Physics major on academic probation with 1.7 GPA seeking career options
- Encarta
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Admissions Admission to ETH Zurich: B.Sc Physics Masters Eligibility
- sun.there
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