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Programs Dual major ME/MFG to BS? Or MS ME?
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Mechatronics Engineering: Doubts & Solutions
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Is a Bachelor's Degree Really Worth $66K at Age 25?
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(bio)chem vs physics electives - Biophysics
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How to approach difficult problems?
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Courses Preparation Numerical Methods Course
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Difference Between Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
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Schools Respectable Aerospace Engineering Non-Ivy Schools.
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Is industrial engineering similar to computer science?
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Physics Extracurricular Activities for 9th Grade Students in Singapore
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Has Anyone Heard Back from DOE SULI 2012 Internships?
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Testing Acing the Math GRE Subject test?
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Testing Rigorous Exam in Physics and Mathematics.
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Admissions When is too late to take the GRE for fall admission?
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What Exams and Procedures Are Needed to Study Physics in the UK/US?
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What Math is Essential for Understanding Physics?
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Trying to volunteer (BA physics)
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What field of engineering would be approproate for me
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Programs PhD in Theoretical Cosmology at damtp cambridge.
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Can Mediocrity and Proofs Co-Exist? Physics Major Asks
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Do I Need Classical Mechanics to Understand Quantum Mechanics?
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Courses Advice for Artemis: Future Physics Courses
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Schools Top Astrophysics/Astronomy Universities (USA)
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Considering Cyber School for Senior Year: Benefits and Drawbacks
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How Do You Differentiate Between Pure and Applied Mathematics and Start a Proof?
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Is My Fall 2012 Course Load Too Much for a Sophomore Engineering/Physics Major?
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Should I Retake Calculus? Expert Advice for an Engineering Student [Texas A&M]
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Schools Please suggest grad schools for pure mathematics
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Is knowing a computer language vital for someone pursuing Theoretical Physics?
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Schools Suggested Fields of Research for High School Student
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Having a BS physics, want to do a BS math
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I've always been terrible at math and want to teach myself
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Schools Preparing for Engineering University: Tips and Advice for Future Students
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Learning On Your Own: Is It Valuable?
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Interested only in theory/mathematical physics. What should I focus on?
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Is Probability Really Easier Than Calculus?
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Differential Equations or Number Theory for Computer Science?
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Programs Want to quit job to do a full time ms and phd in medical physics
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Programs Double major physics and russian?
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Where Can I Take Physics 4C in Summer in CA or Nearby States?
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Schools REU -> Grad school at that University
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Advice on Switching from Physics to Engineering: Transferring from LAC
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Is Self-Learning Mathematics Without University Feasible?
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Programs Can I Pursue a PhD with a Low IQ Score?
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Aerospace or Chemical Eng. Career Help
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What background is needed for a degree in ME?
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ADVICE NEEDED for first lab experience, undergrad
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Wald for Relativity: Prerequisites?
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Courses Recommended courses for Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
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How about the physics department in Columbia Unibersity
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What are the best textbooks for learning random matrix theory?
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Admissions Applying to math Ph.D. programs. Already have Master's in math.
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Working for one year between BSc and MSc?
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I have to take Calculus online. Will this work?
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Undergrad Research in Cold Fusion & Experiments: US Programs
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Schools I can't afford University yet, prep suggestions please
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Schools Which REU program/ grad school application
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Courses Which career/course would require these subjects?
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Schools Effect of Withdrawals on Graduate School Application
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Switching between subfields of physics
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Facing the Challenge:My Freshman Year Majoring Mathematics
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Schools Math Engineering Double Major Grad School Woes Woes
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Sex discrimination for women in academia
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Schools Math Grad School, Gen Chem Grades
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Is it wise to take Physics 1 and Chemistry 2 with labs in one summer?
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Tips for Reducing Test Errors: A College Freshman's Struggle with Dumb Mistakes
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What maths must I understand in order to begin physcics?
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Small Liberal Arts vs Big State School for Math
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Programs PHD comprehensive exams difficulty by major?
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Liberal Arts College Physics Student Struggles
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Debt or No Debt? Transferring for a Physics Degree
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Do I Need a Specific Laptop for My ChE Curriculum?
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Programs Liberal Arts major and hard science Phd?
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True/False on math tests. I think I am right, should I confront professor?
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What math background for algebraic geometry?
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Programs Is a 3-2 Dual Degree Program in Engineering at Dartmouth Worth It?
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Acceptance/rejection dates for Perimeter Scholars Institute (Canada)?
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Programs Does a pure math major need to take ODEs?
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Physics (theoretical) and mathematics
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Modern Physics in the Highschool Curriculum
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Should I go into aerospace engineering or quantum physics?
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Do past failures affect your cumulative grade? (EU/ECTS/Bologne plan concern)
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Undoing years of bad study habits. Got any tips?
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Does the math teacher make the difference?
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Improving Speed for Math Tests | Physics Forum
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So I'm not into theoretical physics
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Courses Which math courses would help me most?
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Chemistry vs ChemE: Graduate School Opportunities
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Need help on deciding specialization within computational science
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How Can a High School Student Start Understanding the Universe and Physics?
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Schools Prestige University or Regular accredited university?
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Is a Master's in Math Truly Worth It for Your Career Path?
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Summer school or research project in Europe
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Are Calculus and Linear Algebra prerequisites for Intro to Mathematical Proof?
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