STEM Academic Advising Forum

Browse and request academic advising for all sciences, math and engineering. Topics include school selection, GRE tests, degree information, funding and more. Find the help you need here to navigate and succeed.

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Can I Pass Calculus III Without Taking Calculus II First?

  • captain math
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Biochemistry or Genetics? A math concern

  • IAJstea
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Testing Are Equation Sheets in Exams Really Necessary for Physics Students?

  • loobloke
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Can a GED Holder Pursue a Passion in Physics Without Formal Education?

  • YoungDreamer
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Univeristy of Western Ontario (Canada)

  • l-1j-cho
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Electronic Eng. Technology and EE

  • huskerwr38
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Maximizing Opportunities: Co-Op Program for Engineers at [University Name]

  • Angry Citizen
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Which University Should I Choose for Engineering: UofT or UofW?

  • FarazAB
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Advice on going into astronomy/astrophysics

  • optimus13
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How important is where I get my B.S?

  • MJay82
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Studying Style of Studying Letting Me Down. .

  • Edin_Dzeko
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So what exactly is aerospace engineering?

  • inception7
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Is a perfect GPA necessary for success in industry?

  • Math Is Hard
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Programs Math and ME double major, math course selection

  • anonymity
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How Do You Manage Studying with ADD/ADHD?

  • Cudi1
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Religious activities on a resume?

  • brushman
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Programs PhD - Read HOW many papers a DAY?

  • billiards
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Can a Double Major in Physics and Psychology Lead to a Unique Career Path?

  • NotaPhysicist
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Is it possible to learn math on your own?

  • valentin132
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How to recover from a miserable professor.

  • QuarkCharmer
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Programs What engineering minor would complement a physics major?

  • BCDLM
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What can I do to prepare for physics I?

  • -Dragoon-
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Job description in computers and electronics

  • sachin123
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Should I Retake the GRE for Engineering Grad School Applications?

  • Goalie33
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Schools Does anyone know which college math course uses conics the most?

  • flyingpig
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Schools Do I have any hope for grad school?

  • df606
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Programs Is an Astronomy or Physics Degree the Best Path for Studying Space?

  • Chromite
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Programs Seeking advice on continuation of degree and other options

  • modestmoose
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Schools Getting into top tier university

  • Nano-Passion
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Programs How to become a marketable PhD astrophysicist?

  • inception7
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Schools College Course Selection Question, Credits Per Semester

  • GreenPrint
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Maximizing Your College Experience: Taking SS/Humanities Classes Pass/Fail"

  • fluffy123
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Do Ivy League Schools Really Matter?

  • supernova1203
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I got a B+ and I am freaking out.

  • capandbells
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How to Ace Math Exams for Physics Majors

  • kraphysics
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Math needed to be a physicist/mathematician/computer scientist?

  • zonk
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Programs What kind of math should I know as incoming Physics Major Freshmen

  • xdrgnh
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Need advice about a thermodynamics class

  • Sentience
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What would be the best way for me to go?

  • Researchbunny
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Can't decide between physics and chemistry

  • tripsky
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Finding Monographs in Physics to Resources

  • dEdt
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Programs Pursuing PhD in Molecular Biology & Microbial Genetics

  • Shravs
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Is This Schedule Too Much? Seeking Advice on Physics Course Load

  • Immanuel Can
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Physics? Mechanics? Information?

  • Brainguy
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Can you help me choose among these?

  • Urmi Roy
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Aerospace vs Aeronautical Engineering

  • rocketboy
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Programs Combined Major vs Double Major, is it possible to get a job?

  • flyingpig
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Is a Career in Astrophysics the Path to NASA?

  • Cbray
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I suggest a faq for this subforum

  • mxbob468
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Schools Astrophysics during Summer Vacations and Freshman College

  • Lakshya
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Guidance for preparing for Physics I

  • bart_simpson
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Help with decision for engineering curriculum

  • Bassbomb91
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Time-gap between Physics I and II

  • mege
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Learning Curriculum : self-study

  • watters1989
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MS Grad Asks: Am I Mad for Wanting a Physics Degree?

  • w.shockley
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DILEMMA: Which UG program to go for?

  • lordargus
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Weighing Options: Should I Take AP Stats?

  • MechGodzilla
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Classical Mechanics for an Engineer?

  • Angry Citizen
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Reviewing Notes or Tackling New Problems Before a Test?

  • PCSL
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What are the best books for understanding vector calculus and analysis?

  • R Power
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Appropriate Journal for mathematical perspective

  • wil3
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Schools Queen's University Engineering, Canada

  • snowman
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Helping a Friend: Applying to US Schools with a Low GPA from Canada

  • Cudi1
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Courses Help Choosing Physics Course: Theoretical vs Experimental Focus

  • Waxbear
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What are your feelings about long gaps between classes & waiting on campus

  • Jurrasic
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From Physics BS to Engineering MS: Pros & Cons

  • blaughli
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A State of confusion between Physics Honours and Engineering.

  • Urmi Roy
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Which programming language is best?

  • Eroki
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Criterias to be accomplished to be eligible fr applyng fr 'MS' abroad

  • fusion911
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Recommended Software Language to Learn?

  • Millacol88
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Transferring right before graduation

  • 1MileCrash
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Should I Use I or We in My Abstract?

  • johng23
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Applied Physics at Purdue a good idea?

  • Mzachman
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Very restricted in undergrad options, need advice

  • jonq1987
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Rank Courses for BS Statistics & Increase Math Understanding

  • transphenomen
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No Physics Intuition? Tips for Introductory Mechanics

  • fluffy123
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What topics should I review for self-studying differential equations?

  • aspiring_one
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Can an English Major Succeed in Engineering Physics?

  • mcdowellmg
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Schools How Can International Students Categorize U.S. Physics Grad Schools?

  • metalrose
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Programs Late to the game - do I have a shot at a physics PhD?

  • plussed
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Schools Graduate School admission and selection help

  • bennett19
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BS in space studies for MS. In engineering physics?

  • jonq1987
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Which Degree is Better: Micromass or Kevin_Axion?

  • Kevin_Axion
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State Taxpayer-Funded Education: Finding the Facts Quickly

  • KingNothing
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Finding the Best Software for Writing a Thesis

  • plasmon
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Any good self-teaching resources?

  • gdbb
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Have you guys ever written an article in your undergrad math class?

  • flyingpig
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Courses Which order to take math courses?

  • jonq1987
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How different is L&S from an engineering program?

  • joej24
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I want to be physicist, but will I have the future?

  • ismaelbh
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Does anyone understand MIT's opencourseware?

  • flyingpig
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Best Lectures to Self-Teach Calculus?

  • Nano-Passion
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I got a C. Can I get into Stanford?

  • blaughli
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What do you do during the holidays?

  • ManiFresh
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Making a career in Computational Fluid Dynamics

  • Urmi Roy
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Advice for aspiring engineer student

  • jonq1987
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Programs Grad funding -math or physics masters degree or phd

  • ~Death~
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Scope of Engineering Physics from IIT?

  • Arun Verma
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Contemplating between computer sciences and electronics

  • vhbelvadi
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