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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

  • JC92
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Is transferring to UMass Amherst for my engineering degree worth it?

  • confusedinMA
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Send dismal PGRE scores to mechanical engineering programs?

  • pablo4429
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Schools Bachelor from non-top-university lowering chances?

  • Tom83B
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Hardest topic in intro calc-based Physics I

  • Chunkysalsa
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Schools Just a little advice please (on math graduate school)

  • Mustapha13
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Caltech LIGO REU: Experiences & Reviews

  • crad5
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Overcoming High School Slacking: Looking for a Path to a Physics Career

  • Waveparticle
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Unsure About My Abilities in Math

  • JC92
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Schools Research as a high school student?

  • romsofia
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The burden and/or significance of social lives in the path of physics

  • bogarts21
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Self study curriculum for physics and math?

  • aexyl93
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Programs What Should I Minor In as a Physics Major?

  • kaos86
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Studying How Can I Improve My Study Speed?

  • theitcrowd
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Schools What schools have lattice gauge theory?

  • xbomber88
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Undergrad Physics Credits in US: ECTS Requirements

  • stephan.albus
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Undergrad Physics App: 3.98 GPA, 33 ACT, 2230 SAT, Extracurriculars

  • kevinzak
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Harvard Math Ph.D Requirements: Straight A's & Perfect SAT 800 in Math?

  • jhooper3581
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Im 17 and suck at math is there ANY way i can learn physics

  • littshepkid02
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Is it common to prefer physics research over coursework in the U.S.?

  • Geremia
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Chances of getting into CalTech as an international student

  • bubica
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Join Golden Key Honor Society: Top 15% of Class | Impact on Grad School?

  • Phyisab****
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Schools Difficult decision: domestic masters or graduate school abroad?

  • insynC
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Courses Choosing modules for theoretical Physics from Math Graduate Diploma course

  • SBC
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Programs Moving forward after the useless Computer Science Major

  • ap080
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Effective Studying from Textbooks

  • phrygian
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Programs Double Majoring in Math and ____?

  • ahsanxr
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Question about Graduate Seminars

  • sEsposito
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How do you cope with not being able to solve a problem?

  • Ryker
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Programs Starting physics major in sophomore year

  • mavisbeacon
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Help Needed Now: Need Advice on Career Choice in Pakistan

  • Mehrin Salim
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Manage to stay focused when you are studying/doing your homework

  • haxtor21
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Anyone can help me to download this journal paper? ><

  • yijing84
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Master CATIA Software: Tutorials & Recommended Books

  • monty37
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Not the usual GPA question (but similar)

  • Newtime
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Schools Is it possible to transfer after one year of physics grad school?

  • wjpirates
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Should I get my Masters in Electrical Engineering?

  • fnot
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Anyone else find the application process overwhelming?

  • gravenewworld
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Can Lack of Olympiad Success Hinder a Mathematics Career?

  • mathslike
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Starting Physics College at 24: Is it Too Late?

  • kendo_man
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Courses Is it worth retaking this course?

  • jeremmed77
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Getting generals out of the way during summer?

  • anonymity
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Post-Bacc Programs for Preparing for Physics Graduate School

  • darwiniac
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How do you get passionate about physics/maths?

  • Klockan3
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Can I Pursue Engineering with a Physics Degree?

  • moogull
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Can a Former Felon Succeed as an Engineer?

  • JimmI_Hendrix
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Is our system of education really that bad?

  • thehacker3
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UMD Math Major: Is Taking 5 Classes Reasonable?

  • Fisicks
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Where Can I Find Classical Papers on Physics by Famous Scientists?

  • becko
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Which Engineering Path Aligns Best with My Career and Lifestyle Goals?

  • SELFMADE
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Schools Grad school: biochemical engineering minor or 3 extra math classes?

  • pjmarshall
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Cute schoolrank tool applied to Astro departments likes Big Bounce :-D

  • marcus
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Question about electrical engineers.

  • kramer733
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Calc III and Physics II online, over the summer?

  • Null_
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ERASMUS in Coimbra: Physics at the University of Coimbra

  • IRobot
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Best way to choose a journal topic to write about?

  • TheFerruccio
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Programs Astrophysics PhD with a 2.1 BSc?

  • helenk
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Programs Computational Physics degree: what do you guys think?

  • Couperin
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Any of you B.S. Physics guys go the engineering graduate route?

  • Shackleford
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Schools Does grad school like to see teaching experience on apps?

  • 1230wc
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Schools Graduate School Admission Advices?

  • LimitDNE
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Programs Can I get into a geosciences graduate program without a geophysics background?

  • srijal
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Advice for Senior Physics/Math Major Planning a Gap Year

  • estedrich
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Programs I need advice on double and triple majoring.

  • wesman26
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How do Physics specialties work?

  • jeremmed77
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Courses Is this normal for a first calculus based physics course

  • madah12
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Knowing about the quality of my education

  • madah12
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Schools Do Commmunity College GPA's Transfer?

  • Razael
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Quality of Georgia Tech's physics program? (undergrad)

  • Fizex
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Programs A graduate degree in Astrophysics after Informatics Engineering?

  • Emisa
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Programs Is it possible to complete a physics bachelor degree in 2 years only ?

  • zahero_2007
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Can you have too many interests?

  • ofaaron
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Is there a safe and reputable forum for amateur researchers in physics?

  • humsafar
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Testing Where Can I Take the GRE Exam in the UK?

  • raphile
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Courses Helpful math courses for graduate study in statistics?

  • mynameisfunk
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Requisites for astronomy and/or astrophysic

  • Nova Era
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Schools What Do Top Universities Look for in Physics Applicants?

  • Kube
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Programs Career in academia after graduating from a lesser PhD program

  • Physics_UG
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Is One Textbook Enough for Self-Studying Undergraduate Physics?

  • m.gigantic
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Getting a Master's in Physics in the US?

  • Olly4
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Are Fermi Problems Essential for Engineers?

  • madah12
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Question about what math to take.

  • Ostonzi
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Maximizing Study Time: How Many Times Should You Review Material?

  • land_of_ice
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Studying Studying for Calculus-based Physics

  • uchicago2012
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Testing FE Exam: Choosing Discipline & Understanding "Other Disciplines

  • williamx11373
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How hard would Physics 2 be over a three month summer semester?

  • jeremmed77
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Schools Importance of E&M for physics grad school

  • creepypasta13
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How do you learn the required math for undergraduate physics ?

  • m.gigantic
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Thesis Help: Find Subject for Physics Student & Simulation

  • yunusx
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Studying Effective Study Strategies for Physics: Tips and Solutions for Success"

  • Markel
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Math, Science, and Technial Academia

  • deRham
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Question regarding letters of recommendation

  • sEsposito
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What's on Your Fall 2010 Science Schedule?

  • Jack21222
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Does a withdrawal on your transcript matter?

  • palex3
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Engineering MS with a bachelors in business?

  • whiteg
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