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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How hard is Mech Engineering and how much drafting is there?

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Schools General university question (canada)

  • nobelium102
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From Troubled Student to Successful Graduate: My Story

  • MichaelTKim91
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Mastering Equation Derivation: Tips for Overcoming Difficulty in Proofs

  • ultimateguy
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Computational mathematics for a messed up student

  • jwxie
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Testing Degree finalisation and potential jobs

  • Adeil
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Transfering soon thinking engineering

  • PhysicsHigh
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Is my physics professor hindering my understanding of the subject?

  • Intervenient
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Chances of Getting into Caltech - Engineering Student

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Best Resources for Self-Studying QFT Before Grad School?

  • alemsalem
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Schools Imperial College physics MSc programs

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Schools Grad school & getting tied into a field of physics

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What Should I Do with a Math Degree?

  • gdbb
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I really love learning physics but

  • CyberShot
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Computer Science, mathematics, or applied math?

  • Amaz1ng
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Courses Physics Courses/ Topics used in FE

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Programs How can one know if they'll enjoy being an engineering major?

  • CarbonWater
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Programs Importance of grades for acceptance as PhD?

  • marsdk
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Things you consider academic dishonesty , but people do all the time?

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Advice for beginners in calculus

  • plumberbabu
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Will I Learn What I Need in Physics University Courses?

  • Joey21
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Testing UT Austin Physics Credit Testing: What You Need to Know?

  • GNRtau
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Pursuing Physics, but limited finance. ISO opinions.

  • Jadenag
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Schools Transition to (abstract) university mathematics.

  • battousai
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Schools Community College vs University: Comparing Experiences

  • LTME
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Is Re-taking Abstract Algebra Necessary for a Strong Foundation in Mathematics?

  • The_ArtofScience
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Stanford VS Harvard for undergrad physics/astrophysics

  • ieiediediedie
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Considering REU without research experience

  • aspiring_one
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What should I do? A dillemma: to transfer or not

  • flyingpig
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What are the best introductory textbooks for classical mechanics?

  • YAHA
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Want to self study highschool physics

  • kazefenrir
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Please, can you look over my appeal letter? (academic probation)

  • Edin_Dzeko
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How to actually understand a topic

  • R.P.F.
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Schools Grad school in the US with UK bachelor

  • JeanM
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Testing What are some common concerns about the SAT Subject test for Physics?

  • cupid.callin
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Schools Is University of Toronto a Good Choice for Physics Undergrad?

  • Lamoid
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What are the current hot topics in Gamma-ray astrophysics?

  • ahmadfadl92
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Gonna be away from physics for 1 year

  • iRaid
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Testing GRE Physics Syllabus: Depth & Lab Methods

  • collectedsoul
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Should I take physics as a freshman?

  • gmac1356
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Post Your Grades for Spring Term

  • mcdowellmg
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Is Quantum Mechanics Essential for Graduate School Admission?

  • joel6690
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Learn Physics: Tips for Starting from Scratch

  • capeycapers
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Schools Can I Raise My GPA From a 1.8 to a 4.0 in One Semester?

  • 1MileCrash
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How do you motivate yourself to study?

  • kraphysics
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Is it correct to give top priority for survival in academics?

  • n.karthick
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Slow Test Taking? Struggling or Just Slow?

  • kraphysics
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Concern about past adventures in the liberal arts.

  • DdraigGoch
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What ist better to study,for making string theory, and so on.

  • Radiocloud
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Programs Difference between an applied math and pure math degree.

  • Intervenient
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How Should I Prepare for Calculus III and Modern Algebra?

  • xsqueetzzz
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Schools Waitlists to get into class at junior college math class ?

  • Jurrasic
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Working on nuclear fusion as nuclear physicist

  • eXorikos
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Why do so many people despise school?

  • Nano-Passion
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Schools Good enough to get into College?

  • Legendofdeep
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MIT Admissions for International Students: Requirements & Profile

  • Stodaire
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What Are the Best Paths to Becoming an Astronomer or Astronaut?

  • anonymoussome
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Decide Between Waterloo/Queens/UBC Physics & Engineering Degrees

  • studentnoob
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Schools University - Physics or Mech Eng

  • joshmdmd
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How to read a physics scientific paper

  • sir_manning
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Testing Anyone Gave SAT II - Physics Recently ?

  • devilived
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Schools Physics B in high school or college?

  • Legendofdeep
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Courses Quantum Field Theory: Undergrad or Grad Level?

  • YAHA
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UofT or Waterloo for MIT Grad Studies?

  • qpls
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Studying I'm doing EVERY exercise in munkres' topology textbook

  • Tom1992
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Still possible to do engineering?

  • kr73114
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Computer Science or Mechanical Engineering?

  • zorro
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13th Hour Decision to Do a BSc. Physics in India

  • aishwaryaj
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Has anyone here been to Harvard?

  • FishmanGeertz
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Only a B.A. in physics, how bad can it be?

  • Strangeline
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Over a third of students entering college need remedial help

  • Geezer
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New here, need advice on self study, thanksPS anyone here from UTK

  • danerape
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Programs Advice for future math and physics double major

  • EbolaPox
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How Is Abstract Algebra Applied in Everyday Technology?

  • MathWarrior
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Programs Changing Degrees - Mechanical to Industrial Engineering

  • MarcoRSA
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Why Did My Spring Term Grades Ruin My Chances for Grad School?

  • ych22
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Schools Engineering grad school stipends?

  • Latecomer
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Should I do this subject or not? [Australia]

  • Tommei
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Programs Which programming languages might a physics major learn and why?

  • Frion
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Maximizing Time: Self-Teaching Physics or Mastering Math for Optimal Results

  • Nano-Passion
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Challenging Organizations for a Physics Major in NJ?

  • Nano-Passion
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Im new and I have 2 questions.

  • Rivas
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Aerospace, Waterloo/Toronto/McGill

  • choob
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Research Internship in Materials Science & Renewable Energy

  • drizzle
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Signal Processing: Questions Answered

  • fluffy123
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Engineering or Physics: Advice for India Student

  • shreyaarya
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Do you guys think your competition motivates you?

  • flyingpig
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What is this field or job called?

  • nobelium102
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Falling Short of Expectations: My Disappointing 2nd Year of Engineering

  • dhruv.tara
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Programs Deciding between Majors; EE+Physics OR CompE+Physics

  • div4200
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Comparing Structures of Democratic and Non-Democratic Governments

  • Elihu5991
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Why Are Many Smart Students Not Motivated for Higher Education?

  • Monster92
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Giving Up a Doctorate - A Personal Reflection

  • muppet
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Schools Is Returning to High School the Best Choice for This College Student?

  • Domn
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Distance Calculus-Based Physics With Lab

  • royloya
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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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