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AP Physics C vs AP Chemistry: Which Is Better?
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Programs Is Wayne State's Physics PhD Program Worth It?
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Math/Physics Direction: Advise for 21 Year Old Student
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From BSEE to Astro PhD: Navigating an Interdisciplinary Path in Astronomy
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Schools Early planning for grad school
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Quick Question about using science words.
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Physics Practice Problems: Free Sites for Intro Level
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What to look for in an engineering program?
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Comparing Math Programs at UCF and FAU
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Doubting My Math Skills, Going Into Engineering/Science
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What Can Undergrads Do in Physics Research?
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Schools What would be the best college at Cambridge to study engineering?
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Critique My HR Documents: An Honest Strangers Opinion
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Schools Certain schools/teachers giving easy A's
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E.Engr running out of ideas to enter the world of physics
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Courses How Can I Pursue Further Studies in Physics Beyond My Current Curriculum
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Transferring Credit Hours to Cambridge: What You Need to Know
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I want to be an *Astrophysicist* [Need guidance]
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Schools An Extra Edge In Grad School Admissions?
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Schools What was/is your motivation in college? (specifically Engineering)
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Mathematics Grad. School Application Harvard
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Schools Scholarships After Already Starting College
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Is transferring to UMass Amherst for my engineering degree worth it?
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Send dismal PGRE scores to mechanical engineering programs?
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Schools Bachelor from non-top-university lowering chances?
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Hardest topic in intro calc-based Physics I
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Schools Just a little advice please (on math graduate school)
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Caltech LIGO REU: Experiences & Reviews
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Overcoming High School Slacking: Looking for a Path to a Physics Career
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Unsure About My Abilities in Math
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Schools Research as a high school student?
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The burden and/or significance of social lives in the path of physics
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Self study curriculum for physics and math?
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Programs What Should I Minor In as a Physics Major?
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Studying How Can I Improve My Study Speed?
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Schools What schools have lattice gauge theory?
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Undergrad Physics Credits in US: ECTS Requirements
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Undergrad Physics App: 3.98 GPA, 33 ACT, 2230 SAT, Extracurriculars
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Harvard Math Ph.D Requirements: Straight A's & Perfect SAT 800 in Math?
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Im 17 and suck at math is there ANY way i can learn physics
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Is it common to prefer physics research over coursework in the U.S.?
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Chances of getting into CalTech as an international student
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Join Golden Key Honor Society: Top 15% of Class | Impact on Grad School?
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Schools Difficult decision: domestic masters or graduate school abroad?
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Courses Choosing modules for theoretical Physics from Math Graduate Diploma course
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Programs Moving forward after the useless Computer Science Major
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Effective Studying from Textbooks
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Programs Double Majoring in Math and ____?
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Question about Graduate Seminars
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How do you cope with not being able to solve a problem?
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Programs Starting physics major in sophomore year
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Help Needed Now: Need Advice on Career Choice in Pakistan
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Master CATIA Software: Tutorials & Recommended Books
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Not the usual GPA question (but similar)
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Schools Is it possible to transfer after one year of physics grad school?
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Should I get my Masters in Electrical Engineering?
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Anyone else find the application process overwhelming?
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Can Lack of Olympiad Success Hinder a Mathematics Career?
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Starting Physics College at 24: Is it Too Late?
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What Defines the Roles of Mechanical Engineering Technician and Technologist?
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Courses Is it worth retaking this course?
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Getting generals out of the way during summer?
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Post-Bacc Programs for Preparing for Physics Graduate School
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How do you get passionate about physics/maths?
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Can I Pursue Engineering with a Physics Degree?
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Can a Former Felon Succeed as an Engineer?
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Is our system of education really that bad?
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Appreciation of real analysis/abstract algebra among science professors
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UMD Math Major: Is Taking 5 Classes Reasonable?
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Where Can I Find Classical Papers on Physics by Famous Scientists?
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Which Engineering Path Aligns Best with My Career and Lifestyle Goals?
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Schools Grad school: biochemical engineering minor or 3 extra math classes?
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Question about electrical engineers.
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Calc III and Physics II online, over the summer?
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ERASMUS in Coimbra: Physics at the University of Coimbra
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Best way to choose a journal topic to write about?
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The holy trinity of the existential sciences:astrophysics, evolution, and neuro
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Programs Astrophysics PhD with a 2.1 BSc?
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Programs Computational Physics degree: what do you guys think?
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Any of you B.S. Physics guys go the engineering graduate route?
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Schools Does grad school like to see teaching experience on apps?
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Schools Graduate School Admission Advices?
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Programs Can I get into a geosciences graduate program without a geophysics background?
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Advice for Senior Physics/Math Major Planning a Gap Year
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Programs I need advice on double and triple majoring.
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How do Physics specialties work?
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Courses Is this normal for a first calculus based physics course
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Knowing about the quality of my education
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Schools Do Commmunity College GPA's Transfer?
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Quality of Georgia Tech's physics program? (undergrad)
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Programs A graduate degree in Astrophysics after Informatics Engineering?
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Programs Is it possible to complete a physics bachelor degree in 2 years only ?
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Can you have too many interests?
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Is there a safe and reputable forum for amateur researchers in physics?
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Testing Where Can I Take the GRE Exam in the UK?
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Courses Helpful math courses for graduate study in statistics?
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Requisites for astronomy and/or astrophysic
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Schools What Do Top Universities Look for in Physics Applicants?
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Programs Career in academia after graduating from a lesser PhD program
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Is One Textbook Enough for Self-Studying Undergraduate Physics?
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