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Programs Which topics/major would be right for somebody like me?

  • CuriousBanker
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Schools Any suggestions for NYC schools?

  • CuriousBanker
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Transferring from CA CC to Caltech/MIT

  • IgnacioMagana
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Programs Navigating Changing Interests in PhD: Advice Needed

  • pazmush
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Schools Where do I stand for grad school?

  • krobben
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Too Much? Bachelors in Physics & 16 Credits

  • celestasia
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Determining who wants grad students

  • electroweak
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Some advice from some smart people

  • DrNothing
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Neuroscience & Math: Advice for Beginners

  • andryd9
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Programs B.S. in physics, but what minor(s)?

  • Sjm757
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I want to go for a Msc in Astrophysics but dont have the sufficient skills

  • abbeynewton
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Electronic engineering student needs help

  • VulcanWong
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What does the job of an Engineer actually involve?

  • tgsbeast
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Programs Can a non-physics major pursue graduate physics program?

  • Don Quixote
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How difficult is it to get a research job in industry?

  • grantwilliams
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Discrete Math: What's the Best Way to Get Started?

  • bonfire09
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Steps and Requirements for an Indian Student to Join MIT: Explained

  • Vickydhamania
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Schools Should I transfer schools? I really please read

  • rickp
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Courses Suggestions for Fall math elective courses?

  • deskswirl
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Questions about these math classes

  • Underdog1995
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Physics1 honors vs astronomy regulars?

  • Underdog1995
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Study Maths & Physics: How to Proceed?

  • kripkrip420
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Perplexed about my future education and career options

  • grindfreak
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Programs Please give me a brief information of these undergraduate degrees

  • vkash
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Studying Prerequesites for Studying Physics and Other Hard Sciences

  • Kaffee
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Programs Being in Physics and Math double major

  • VmanD
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Programs Needing Guidance as a Math Major

  • Szichedelic
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Schools Worth it to Apply to Private Colleges?

  • Bennigan88
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Courses Self Taught Abstract Mathematics Course?

  • Aero51
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What is the purpose of Linear Algebra

  • matqkks
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Is it Possible to Master String Theory with a Mathematics Background?

  • Emilijo
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Overcoming Guilt in Studying Math: Balancing GRE Prep & Summer Break

  • R.P.F.
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What Are Your Military Enlistment Options for Advancing Your Education?

  • Power Biggs
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Programs MBA after an Engineering Degree or Business Degree?

  • panther1
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How much money are physics professors in the US making?

  • Karimspencer
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My class schedule, question about Circuit Analysis

  • Windowmaker
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Programs Major Guidance: A problematic situation

  • jgrieme
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Programs Can I Be a Math Major? | Get Answers Now!

  • homeylova223
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Programs Applied Physics BS going into Biophysics PhD

  • phystron
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Schools Question about math grad school.

  • cragar
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Schools Need help with my physics choice at university

  • jamie6114
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Schools Finding the Right Physics Graduate School

  • blackraven
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Schools Two types of college - where to go?

  • jd12345
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Programs Taking Topology vs. another major for an applied math student

  • thepolishteer
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Programs Double major in Physics and Political Science - is this TOO much?

  • lillybeans
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Topology contents to be studied for higher Physics

  • sphyrch
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Programs Should I do a Math/CS combined major?

  • Tseliottt
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Programs Nuclear Engineering - PhD or leave with MS

  • acusick
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Schools Grad School Reputation: Impact of Rankings & State Schools

  • bardeen
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Schools Prestige vs Grades Which university should I pick?

  • NeptuniumBOMB
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Is there a way to make learning physics in the digital age more engaging?

  • cristycs
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Courses Take Programming Course(s) or Self-Study?

  • pjl2934
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Going back to school to transition to engineering

  • A_Wellesley
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Programs Could i get a masters and someday phd in physics with bs in engineering?

  • grantwilliams
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Do i really want to be an engineer?

  • tgsbeast
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Difficult Schedule to Bridge Gap

  • Jbar
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What are the key fundamentals and concepts needed to master physics?

  • geniusgamer
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Any body is a theoritical biophysicist ?

  • kieutridang
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Post-secondary in Canada; costs.

  • benjamin12
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Schools Graduate School: Can I get in? - Thinking about going back to Math

  • uncfelt1147
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Courses Care to comment on the sensibleness of my course load?

  • pjl2934
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New to Physics I need some advice?

  • flopac1
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Courses 5 Engineering/Math/Science courses per semester?

  • jbrussell93
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How To Become A Theoretical Physicist

  • Silverbackman
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Schools Thinking particle physics for grad school. Undergrad course questions

  • Visceral
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How Can Amateurs Start Learning Physics Effectively?

  • CuriousBanker
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Programs Current Mathematics Major; Extra Year for Physics?

  • MPKU
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Computational Physics: University Programs in Toronto, Canada

  • nesan
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Should I change my major?Mechanics & Logic: Issues Changing Majors?

  • luis20
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Schools Getting into the top colleges (grades and interestingness )

  • Mépris
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Computational Neuroscience Programs in different departments?

  • jbrussell93
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Schools Frustrated Physics Student in Spain: How Do My US Grad School Chances Look?

  • Lavabug
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Astrophysics into Aerospace Engineering?

  • BBoBBo
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Yet another should I study physics? , thread

  • Adapt
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Admissions Do Spring Admissions exist anymore?

  • pjl2934
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Programs Are programming skills required to get into an Applied Math PhD school?

  • cfddude123
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Schools Building a strong prep for late highschool early college.

  • Atom1
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Enough math in my physics program?

  • seaofghosts
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Is This Book Suitable for Beginners Struggling with Quantum Mechanics?

  • robertjford80
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I'd like to publish a paper in a journal

  • masa57
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Part III of the Mathematical Tripos in Cambridge

  • Mr.Watson
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Programs Advice on choosing major: Math vs. Engineering

  • jbrussell93
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Concentration What you are Good at or What you find Interesting?

  • MEM33
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I've realized I hate being in a lab, but love another

  • Null_
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Learning Physics: Where to Start and How to Access Resources for Free

  • maughanster
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Programs Class sizes at math phd programs?

  • Toph_fan
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Will not taking Communications or electromagnetics hurt me as an EE?

  • SamAca1-
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Question for students or graduates in physics from the U.S?

  • NeptuniumBOMB
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Programs Enology and Chinese: A Path to Change the World?

  • chez_butt23
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What does it take to be a physicist or scientist in general

  • Aleksi
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Mechatronics vs regular mechanical engineering

  • cs23
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Road to a good engineering school?

  • beachhouse
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Alg 2 with trig jr yr. Precalculus sr year

  • austim14
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Need serious advice with undergrad physics

  • JVanUW
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Can I Handle This Fall Quarter Workload?

  • violas
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Admissions Is race still an unwritten factor for admissions?

  • PhizKid
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