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Programs Is a Business Major Right for Someone with a Learning Disability in Math?

  • FishmanGeertz
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3 math classes in one semester- too much?

  • SMA_01
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Am I overusing this forum and homework helpers?

  • Femme_physics
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Schools Which UK universities are best for science transfer students?

  • Galgenstrick
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Becoming a scientific researcher

  • chez_butt23
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Applied Physics & Math: Achieving Research Goals w/out Teaching

  • guss
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Susskind Stanford Lectures: Questions for Supplemental Reading

  • Kidphysics
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Courses PG course in energy generation

  • sri sharan
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Most in demand engineering worldwide

  • thehollow89
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Is Environmental Engineering the Best Path for Clean Energy Careers?

  • kitenyos
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How to 'convert' from physicist to electrical engineer

  • yllihp
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What is the most convenient way to introduce matrices to students?

  • matqkks
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Schools Should I continue college? Laid off

  • CrossFit415
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How competitive is a 32 ACT score?

  • Jameson
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Programs Cost of a PhD in Paleontology - Advice for College Freshman

  • chez_butt23
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Thank you letter for receiving fellowship from department

  • tresty
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Science Writing Advice: Tips for Making a Name & Finding Work

  • curiousphoton
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Should I consider Biomedical Engineering?

  • andryd9
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Improve Algebra Skills: Software and Games for Juniors

  • graycolor
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How Many Physics Majors Take Formal Courses in Linear Algebra?

  • CPL.Luke
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Advice on Discovery: What Would You Do?

  • QMessenger
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Is this too much for a semester?

  • SMA_01
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E-Readers for Academic Reading: Pros and Cons?

  • eXorikos
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Is Switching from Math to Civil Engineering at a Higher Cost Worth It?

  • Poker-face
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What should I study to best learn probability theory?

  • markarroy
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Become a Scientist: Reason and Philosophy for Biology

  • peron
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Is Embry-Riddle University a Top Choice for Aerospace Engineering Students?

  • Latecomer
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Is Applied Theoretical Physics a Viable Field of Study?

  • r.clark
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Courses Getting distrustful of my QM course

  • CyberShot
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Applying for REUs and Student Research Opportunities: A Resume Template

  • ECmathstudent
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Programs Courses for Theoretical Physics PhD

  • tarnhelm
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An aspiring physicist seeks guidance

  • lockem
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Programs Physics: master's degree in Europe

  • dappindap
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Study Plan for Physics Students: What to Study After Calculus III?

  • Tosh5457
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Programs Mechanical Technology/Mech Engineering Degree

  • greenneub
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Cal Poly SLO vs. Pomona vs. my sanity

  • account626
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Schools What Math and Physics Textbooks Should I Use to Prepare for University?

  • johngalt417
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What are the Educational Requirements for Winning a Nobel Prize?

  • rodsika
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Struggling with Basic Math: How to Overcome Embarrassment and Build Confidence

  • Edin_Dzeko
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I Want To Quit Medicine to study Physics

  • scottbekerham
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Which Field of Math Requires the Least Geometry?

  • forgetyou678
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Is Passive Reading Effective in Physics?

  • zahero_2007
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Programs Seeking Advice After Making a Major Mistake: I Chose the Wrong Major

  • itsthemac
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Comparing Student Ability Across Schools

  • prakharj
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Is Becoming a Professor in Engineering Easier Than in Pure Sciences?

  • thegreenlaser
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Programs Need advice with Astrophysics graduate degree

  • zomgbre
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Schools Chemist ISO Grad school advice: Applied physics? International vs. US?

  • ndm618
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Getting a job with a MS in Engineering Technology

  • Agnostic
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Programs Are Older Grad Students and PhDs Successful in Physics Programs?

  • Latecomer
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Schools Choosing an adviser in graduate school

  • petergreat
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Should SAT Scores Be Eliminated from College Admissions?

  • elfboy
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Should I Switch from Physics to Economics for Financial Stability?

  • luxhydrus
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Undergraduate physics competitions

  • Caravan
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Studying Selling your books after the semester vs keeping them?

  • Neopets
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Pursuing what I enjoy or what I'm good at?

  • HannyJess
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Land Your Dream Job at CERN as a Physics Graduate

  • ghery
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Do I have a chance for Medical Physics?

  • migmigra
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Study tips that are non conventional ?

  • land_of_ice
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The upper division classes are not shown here, so wondering

  • Jurrasic
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Future inspite of mediocre beginnings?

  • BUConsul
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Why is my physics education at Texas Tech University lacking in actual physics?

  • FermiParadox
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Schools Can Biophysics and Medical Physics Graduate Students Take GR and QFT Courses?

  • Diracula
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Schools Making a Grad School Decision - Advice Needed

  • Dustinsfl
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Tips for Self-Study? Calculus Prep & Advice

  • greenneub
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Courses Sakurai as a first course in QM

  • capandbells
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Which school for applied math?

  • quicket
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Should I take E&M and Mechanics at the same time

  • forgetyou678
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Schools Why are US grads not awarded masters degrees after 4 years of college?

  • Mépris
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Make these physics fields according to decreasing in job opportunities?

  • Bradwast88
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Has anyone heard from DOE's SULI summer program?

  • CoolCalculato
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Studying Can Overstudying Lead to Burnout for Engineering Students?

  • graycolor
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Trig and Calc-Based Physics. Which is easier?

  • Bogrune
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Programs How to Start a PhD - Tips from Current & Past PhD Students

  • funcosed
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Exchange for math and physics undergrad Rice and UC Berkeley advice

  • oyolasigmaz
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To Ph.D or not to Ph.D (in physics, that is)

  • Benjamin113
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Choose Between Physics or Engineering?

  • JScarIII
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Teaching / Skipping chapters in a text

  • QuarkCharmer
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No idea if I should take Physics?

  • kraphysics
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Should I take Cal I before taking physics?

  • Tokage
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Programs Do I Need a Math Minor for Quantum Mechanics in Physics?

  • Jake4
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Programs Difficulty With Major Need Insight

  • JScarIII
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Background for Gaussian Integers?

  • sutupidmath
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Subliminal Learning While You Sleep & Other Inventive Learning Methods

  • andrew300591
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Studying Is Studying or Doing Homework More Effective for Academic Success?

  • joej24
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Schools Re-neging Grad School Acceptance

  • holomorphic
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A stupid question but I have to ask it

  • HossamCFD
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Is Chemistry 2 Essential for Physics Majors?

  • torquemada
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Great, I think I made a prof mad with my decision

  • gravenewworld
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Schools University professors emailing back?

  • romsofia
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Need some advice about graduate studies in nonlinear dynamics

  • kanima
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Is there a point where math becomes difficult for scientists?

  • QuarkCharmer
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Studying Recommendation's for beginners books on physics

  • LouisCB
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Advice for 14-Year-Old Pursuing Physics After High School

  • Jake Minneman
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Which type of engineer should I be?

  • ajester7418
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What do I want to be when I grow up?

  • mstrixie16
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Programs What can you do with a bachelor's degree in physics?

  • brettdz1
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Study skills across different topics/subjects

  • dorkymichelle
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