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Programs Programming classes or self-teach? (physics major)
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Admissions Canadian wondering about applying to School in US for Engineering
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What Program to choose to transfer credits to aerospace engineering?
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Schools What are my graduate school prospects, and how can I better my chances?
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Getting Out of a Slump: Advice from Fellow Students
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Schools Summer Schools for HEP PhDs: QCD Theory & Phenomenology
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Schools Admittance into university abroad
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Forgetting Details in LORs: Common or Not?
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Undergraduate Mathematics Research
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Master's of Math without a BS in Math?
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Essential Laws for Understanding Quantum Mechanics
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Does Attending a Private Boarding School Impact College Admissions?
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Deciding Between Math & Physics: Navigating Academic Decisions
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Transfer to CSU: Over 50 Units and 3.3 GPA in Math and Computer Science
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Handling a Criminal Record During Co-Op: Seeking Advice and Solutions
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Programs Is it possible be a Physics major w/o HS Physics?
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Schools Applying to physics grad school with MS in chemistry
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Programs Philosophy/Economics Major interested in Physics/Comp Sci PhD
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What subfields of math should I study next?
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Schools Swiss Universities: Find Theoretical Physics Programs
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Schools Maximizing Study Habits for Success in a Physics Degree: Tips from a Scientist
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Computer Engineering but awful at Physics 2 E+M
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An EE want to specialize in E&M field theory
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Programs What Degrees Are Needed for Theoretical Physics and Particle Physics?
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Schools Being isolated in college and injustice exam
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Programs Physics and Philosophy major (Or CS + Physics)
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Vector Calculus: Worth Dual Enrolling in High School?
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Schools Expelled from university. What do?
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Chances of getting into Aerospace MS with Applied Physics BS
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The Mysteries of the Universe: A Quest for Fundamental Understanding
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Programs What are some tips for applying to PhD programs in Aerospace Engineering?
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Studying Which is more effective for learning: Textbook or Lecture Notes?
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Which Course Should I Take for My Physics Major?
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Is it too late to pursue a physics degree after a lackluster high school career?
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Schools Need guidance on CED evaluation for India university transcript
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Is ERAU a Good Choice for a Master's in Engineering Physics?
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Postgraduate studies and previous studies
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Schools Can one skip masters courses in US grad school if already got masters in Europe?
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Astroinformatics: Learn More at AAS10
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Schools Transfer from University of Toronto to UWaterloo?
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Physics and Mathematics Guidance
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Summer REUs: My Experience, Application Process, and Tips for Success
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Studying Recording book chapters as 'audiobooks' for studying - weird or just unusual?
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Help please I got no time left. Physics Vs Electrical Engineering
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Programs Parallel computing for PhD in Computational Astrophysics
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Schools How much does your course load each semester affect grad school admission?
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Why do so many professors list National Merit Semifinalist on their CVs?
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Schools Do you take classes in grad school or just research?
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Do I need a lot of abstract algebra knowledge to start learning Lie algebra
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Multivariable Calculus and E&M Over Summer?
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How competitive are europe msc programs?
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How Can I Motivate My Son Who Loves Advanced Topics to Enjoy Basic Physics?
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Thereotical physics or computer science looking for guidance
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Teach Yourself Calculus: Find Resources Here
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Which is more useful and easier: Dynamics or Thermodynamics for an EE student?
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Astronautical/Aerospace Engineer Programs?
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Math Degree to Electrical Engineering: 4 Years Ahead
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What are the Best Universities in the US for Physics Exchange Programs?
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Possible to research at another school?
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Any good calculus places to start?
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Just got accepted into Colorado State wanna start preping now.
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Schools To what other graduate schools are you seeking admission?
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First Steps to Learning Basic Physics
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Anyone know of good online chemistry notes?
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Schools Which Undergrad Engineering School in Texas Should I Apply to?
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How applicable is graduate-level Differential Geometry to GR?
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Need some guidance here concerning theoretical physics.
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Programs How can one combine different areas of specialization in a PhD program?
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Linear Algebra + Mathematical Proof - Summer
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Where Should I Start with Self-Studying Physics and Calculus for University?
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Schools Use private teacher instead of just college
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Choosing Hard Classes: Benefits & Risks for Graduate School
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Im having a Rough Term, need advice
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Programs Complicated Matters in Choosing a Major
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What Are My Chances for Acceptance to SUNY-SB's Applied Math PhD Program?
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The Relation between Pre-Calculus and physics?
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Schools Do grad schools look at if you majored or specialized in physics?
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Programs PHD in Theoretical particle physics/cosmology
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Uncertain What to Study? Tips for Choosing a Graduate School
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Schools Criminal records and University Admissions
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Mathematics Ph.D Student trying to learn Conformal Field Theory
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Which University and Major is Best for a Career in Pure Physics or Engineering?
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Worth taking a year off to re-read all literature and aim for higher grades?
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How hard is it to study astrophysics?
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Interested in Mathematical Modelling? How Can You Specialize in Energy Systems?
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Rising Physicist: Preparing for AP Physics & College
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Should i take the general GRE again ?
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Programs Getting a degree: speed or grades?
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Which elective on applied physics? Optics vs Material Science
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Is Taking Quantum Mechanics Pass/Fail a Bad Idea for My Transcript?
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Is a Physics Major the Best Path for Quantum Computing?
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Schools Didn't know where to put this plan for college/uni?
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Programs Entering a slight panic mode about my major 0.o
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Applied for the SMART scholarship
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Programs What can a minor in astronomy get you?
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Choosing AS Subject: Should I Pick Biology or Spanish?
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Will Telling About Bank Balance Affect My Pell Grant Amount?
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How to train yourself to enjoy the pain?
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Schools Undergrad physics courses in European universities
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Programs Triple Major at FSU: Math, Physics, Computer Science?
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