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Advice for beginners in calculus
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Will I Learn What I Need in Physics University Courses?
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Testing UT Austin Physics Credit Testing: What You Need to Know?
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Pursuing Physics, but limited finance. ISO opinions.
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Schools Transition to (abstract) university mathematics.
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Schools Community College vs University: Comparing Experiences
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Is it Normal to Have a 5-Point Curve Applied to Total Points on an Exam?
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Is Re-taking Abstract Algebra Necessary for a Strong Foundation in Mathematics?
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Stanford VS Harvard for undergrad physics/astrophysics
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Considering REU without research experience
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What should I do? A dillemma: to transfer or not
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What are the best introductory textbooks for classical mechanics?
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Want to self study highschool physics
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Please, can you look over my appeal letter? (academic probation)
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How to actually understand a topic
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Schools Grad school in the US with UK bachelor
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Testing What are some common concerns about the SAT Subject test for Physics?
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Schools Is University of Toronto a Good Choice for Physics Undergrad?
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What are the current hot topics in Gamma-ray astrophysics?
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Gonna be away from physics for 1 year
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Testing GRE Physics Syllabus: Depth & Lab Methods
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Should I take physics as a freshman?
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Post Your Grades for Spring Term
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Is Quantum Mechanics Essential for Graduate School Admission?
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Learn Physics: Tips for Starting from Scratch
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Schools Can I Raise My GPA From a 1.8 to a 4.0 in One Semester?
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How do you motivate yourself to study?
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Is it correct to give top priority for survival in academics?
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Undergraduate handicap and/or impossible to get ahead predicament. Need help
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Slow Test Taking? Struggling or Just Slow?
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Concern about past adventures in the liberal arts.
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What ist better to study,for making string theory, and so on.
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Programs Difference between an applied math and pure math degree.
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How Should I Prepare for Calculus III and Modern Algebra?
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Schools Waitlists to get into class at junior college math class ?
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Working on nuclear fusion as nuclear physicist
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Why do so many people despise school?
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Schools Good enough to get into College?
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MIT Admissions for International Students: Requirements & Profile
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Clashing perspectives between just finding a job and following your passion
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What Are the Best Paths to Becoming an Astronomer or Astronaut?
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Decide Between Waterloo/Queens/UBC Physics & Engineering Degrees
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Schools University - Physics or Mech Eng
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How to read a physics scientific paper
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Testing Anyone Gave SAT II - Physics Recently ?
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Schools Physics B in high school or college?
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Courses Quantum Field Theory: Undergrad or Grad Level?
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UofT or Waterloo for MIT Grad Studies?
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Studying I'm doing EVERY exercise in munkres' topology textbook
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Still possible to do engineering?
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Computer Science or Mechanical Engineering?
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13th Hour Decision to Do a BSc. Physics in India
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Has anyone here been to Harvard?
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Only a B.A. in physics, how bad can it be?
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Over a third of students entering college need remedial help
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New here, need advice on self study, thanksPS anyone here from UTK
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Programs Advice for future math and physics double major
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How Is Abstract Algebra Applied in Everyday Technology?
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Programs Changing Degrees - Mechanical to Industrial Engineering
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Why Did My Spring Term Grades Ruin My Chances for Grad School?
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Schools Engineering grad school stipends?
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Should I do this subject or not? [Australia]
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Programs Which programming languages might a physics major learn and why?
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Maximizing Time: Self-Teaching Physics or Mastering Math for Optimal Results
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Challenging Organizations for a Physics Major in NJ?
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Im new and I have 2 questions.
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Aerospace, Waterloo/Toronto/McGill
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Research Internship in Materials Science & Renewable Energy
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Signal Processing: Questions Answered
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Engineering or Physics: Advice for India Student
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Do you guys think your competition motivates you?
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What is this field or job called?
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Falling Short of Expectations: My Disappointing 2nd Year of Engineering
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Programs Deciding between Majors; EE+Physics OR CompE+Physics
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Comparing Structures of Democratic and Non-Democratic Governments
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Why Are Many Smart Students Not Motivated for Higher Education?
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Giving Up a Doctorate - A Personal Reflection
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Schools Is Returning to High School the Best Choice for This College Student?
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Distance Calculus-Based Physics With Lab
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Schools What graduate schools should I be looking at?
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Schools Current Math Grad School Preparation
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Please guide me find out a postgraduate scholarship in Phys.
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Please advise me on my future goals.
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Engineering/commerce vs engineering and MBA later on
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Programs Can I become a physics major after starting late in my college career?
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Transfer from physics to engineering
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Physiotherapy Jobs - Is It Profitable?
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Difference in Research in Physics and Applied Physics?
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How important is chemistry in physics?
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I'm torn between Operations Research/Actuarial Science/Both
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I know youre never too old, but
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Research Job Interview Q's: Find the Perfect Candidate
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IT and I want to switch to Astrophysics
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Schools Do CC's/Universities fall under Department of Education?
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Programs What Classes Should a Freshman Math Major at UB Take?
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Programs How Can a Chemistry BS Graduate Transition to a Physics PhD Program?
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Unprepared for Internship, Utterly Embarrassed
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Unresponsive teacher via email - how long do I wait?
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Schools College Admissions with an IEP: What You Need to Know in Arizona
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Can self-teaching physics during summer lead to recognition in the field?
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