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Programs Major in Physics or Engineering?
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Uncertain about references for application to Cambridge part III (Math.tripos)
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Will 5 classes for a semester be doable?
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REU in experiment physics vs taking summer classes
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How Should I Thank Professors for Writing Recommendation Letters?
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Testing Physics/math placement exams for Transfer Students
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Programs Should I Double Major in Physics and Electrical Engineering?
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Should I Major in Biotechnology or Biophysics?
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Is it normal to not understand any homework questions?
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Courses What Advanced Math Course Should You Take After Linear Algebra?
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Should I take these classes together in the summer?
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Schools Extracurriculars for science majors (to help get in grad school) ?
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Teacher recommendation from a teacher I don't like
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Suggestion on intro texts to read
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Schools Undergrad school suggestions in NY
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General/complete physics simulation software?
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What Math Topics Should I Learn Next for Physics?
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Transitioning from engineering to physics
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What basics do I need to learn before diving into Microwave Engineering?
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Schools Taking cross disciplinary subjects during Math graduate school
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Sophomore Taking Organic Chemistry, Multivariable Calc, Physics 2
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Math REUs 2012: When Can We Expect Decisions?
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Schools Questions about certain SUNY schools
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Exploring Advanced Topics in Mathematics: Fractals and Non-Euclidean Geometry
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Is it a good idea to take Pre-Calculus In Summer School?
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2012 Physics and Astronomy REU Programs
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Advice on Testing Out of Alg II for Pre-Calc in High School
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Topology vs Analysis, which should be studied first?
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Programs Double Major vs Major & Double Minor
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Calculus in Statistics: Get Expert Insight
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Schools Mid-tier US gradschools with strong math focussed theoretical physics programs
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REU meet-ups; Post where you are going and meet your peers
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ISU vs UIdaho; Comparing Undergrad Physics Programs
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From Computer Engineering to another field
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Studying Math Subject GRE Textbook Suggestions
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Research that highschoolers could do during the summer.
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Schools Universities in Scotland: Physics
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Nuclear engineering, physics, or other. does it matter?
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Schools Physics - Imperial College London vs Durham University
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How and where to begin with? Re-acquainting myself with physics.
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Testing How Can I Prepare for the GRE Physics Exam to Get into Top Grad Schools?
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Schools Grad School for the less fortunate?
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Schools Need ideas/help on how I would be able to get into a higher education college.
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Programs Comparing PhD Programs at UC Merced, Nebraska & Kansas State
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When everything looks equally interesting
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Programs How hard is it to get an industry job with a Physics Phd?
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Is Physics Without Calculus Worth Taking?
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From Purdue undergrad to Caltech grad
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Paid vs. Credit Research for Undergrads: Pros and Cons
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Can a graduate student afford his/her time on gaining industrial skills?
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Can I Change My Career Path to Physics?
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Undergraduate Physics decision help?
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Programs What are the physics institutes we have for doing MS or PHD?
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Programs Is Engineering Physics a Viable Path for Reaching My Career Goals?
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Schools Anybody attends university of Toronto for physics?
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Studying Studying biology, but missing math
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Is a College Degree Necessary for Success in Programming?
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MHB Grad School & Minors: Math Majors Apply Now
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Tips for Achieving Success in REU Programs
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Admissions Are entry level mathematics really the hardest?
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How to really learn c? Comp sci student
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Chemical Engineering vs Nanotechnology Engineering/ Nanoengineering?
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Programs Starting Astrophysics degree this year. Advice.
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Programs Should I still pursue a physics major?
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Schools Academic Dilemma: Math Graduate School for Economics Major?
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Intro physics - how many exercises do you do?
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Schools Undergrad Research - Small vs Big universities
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Programs Besides the mathematics, how hard is an engineering degree?
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Programs Freshman at CU Boulder: MS or Double Major?
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Can High Eighties in Math Impact My Future as a Math Teacher?
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Programs Math PhD student missing some background - what to do?
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What to do as physics undergraduate
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Embry-Riddle or ASU for Physics/Astrophyics
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Does the reputation of my undergraduate education matter?
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General physics- can I learn it on my own?
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Programs Is Bridging from an Electrical Engineering Tech to a BEng Degree Worth It?
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Need One More Class for Next Fall
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Programs Choosing a PhD Program in Theoretical Physics: Liverpool or Swansea?
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How should continue on my study?
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Current physics topics highly debated over?
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Succeed in Math: Tips & Strategies for Students
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Programs Should You Apply for a PhD Track to Secure a Master's Admission?
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Need help regarding EngSci U of T
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Programs PhD Duration and affecting factors
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Quantum Optics Lab: Biting off more than I can Chew?
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Circuits in Upper E&M: Learn Beyond Freshman Physics 2
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Do you prefer concise or long lectures?
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Programs How Much do Rankings Matter? (Math PhD)
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History of Maths: A Bibliography for Beginners
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UCLA aerospace or EngSci at UofT?
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U Toronto Phys-Math Specialist / EC Engineering
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Should I take Further Maths and/or Chemistry A levels?
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Additional Help with Order Isomorphisms
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Schools Failing out of College (Warning: Long Post)
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What determines whether a school is good for physics
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Programs Some questions about double degrees and graduate admissions (in Mathematics)
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Programs Does the Quality of My PhD Thesis Matter?
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Prerequisites for quantum mechanics
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Is Number Theory Really That Useless?
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Schools In process of earning a B.S. in Mathematics but confused about grad school?
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