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Desktop vs Laptop for Undergraduate Physics

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What's it like to be a mathematician?

  • ForMyThunder
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Interning at a national lab: good idea?

  • Topher925
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Can you suggest fields of study? (Obscure to Popular)

  • someperson05
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Co-op vs Internship for ChemE: NASA or Space Program Feasibility?

  • Null_
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Graduate-level analysis vs. second-year physics

  • PieceOfPi
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Schools High School Math Career Guidence

  • EM64T
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What Aspect(s) of Math Do You Find Beautiful?

  • murmillo
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Least competitive field of theoretical physics

  • bjnartowt
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What should I study next to get to the level I want?

  • TheNextBigOne
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Schools Best UK Universities to Consider for Your Upcoming Applications

  • brock321
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Are Online Math Courses at Athabasca University Worth It?

  • k3N70n
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Undergraduate final year project topic.

  • Ykjh98Hu
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How Can a High School Junior Start Learning Quantum Mechanics?

  • agent_509
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Question about mathematics/philosophy

  • jfreezz
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Schools How important is High School Physics and Chemistry

  • Centaur
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Going from a GRE Math of 700 to 800

  • Helicobacter
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Schools Advice for a first year high schooler who wishes to be a theoretical physicist

  • AaronSvenson
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Courses What math course is best for me?

  • nuclearlove
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Physics undergrad to Nuclear Eng grad?

  • Dauden
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Schools Good College for Physics: Advice for Low GPA Student

  • um0123
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Courses Computer Science for the Sciences. course?

  • Brown Arrow
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Choosing a Stream for 2nd Year EE Student

  • Lunat1c
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Schools Academic Success After Community College?

  • erok81
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Self study Multivariable Calculus or Introduction to Proofs?

  • EighthGrader
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What are some educational activities to do in San Diego?

  • mmeduchatelet
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Schools How well does this course prepare me for college math?

  • ahsanxr
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Schools What classes should I take for a pure maths program?

  • abiyo
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How can we improve our chances of getting into prestigious programs?

  • gretun
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Schools University of Toronto Math/Physics Specialist program

  • iratern
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Comparing IT vs Engineering for High School Juniors

  • bentrinh
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Are Unnecessary Details in Lecture Notes Confusing for Students?

  • hasan_researc
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What is the purpose of a seminar ?

  • arroy_0205
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Programs Help Degree selection and pressed for time

  • latitude
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How can I create an effective proposal for my education center program?

  • harimakenji
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Why so few Relativity/Gravity groups in the US?

  • Troponin
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Studying Best books for Geometry / Trigonometry

  • mpx81
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Schools Starting freshman year and aiming for MIT grad school

  • Null_
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Physics I Lecture with no Lab, problem?

  • DrummingAtom
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How bad is it not to get a recommendation from an REU advisor?

  • xbomber88
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Some Advice - What do I really need to know?

  • Tim67
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Schools Grad School Personal Statement Question

  • Heretic_Pride
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Applying to PhD in US: Navigating GRE Scores and Requirements

  • inempty
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Best options for entering engineering

  • philtered
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Courses Dealing with non physics/math courses

  • QuarkCharmer
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Tips for Improving Quantitative Score on the GRE

  • Quark_Chowder
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Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication

  • snshusat161
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Arch's Academic Woes: Seeking Encouragement and Opinions

  • Archy
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Programs PhD in Cosmology with a 2nd Class Degree

  • Miss_Astro
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What do physicists and engineers do?

  • wrongusername
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Courses Is it common for people to retake a course in order to boost their GPA?

  • bignum
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Tutoring someone who hates math

  • Null_
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Any RF/Microwave Engineers here?

  • BryanP
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Programs Nuclear Engineering B.S/M.S to Nuclear Physics PhD?

  • nlsherrill
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Second Year Physics Student's Guide to Self-Study: Lessons, Books, and More

  • armin.hodaie
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Diff eq. and linear algebra concurrently and before calc III?

  • huskerwr38
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Health and Safety In Nuclear Org.

  • mr nice guy
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Hate Linear Algebra? Advice for Applied Math?

  • thehollow89
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Most relevant math subjects for Astrophysics

  • HossamCFD
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Calc 1 & Physics 1 Concurrently ?

  • Poker-face
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Studying How do i begin studying physics?

  • zahero_2007
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Need school advice for specific area of study.

  • SgtB
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Schools Taking courses at university-a few questions

  • kramer733
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Schools Will these courses prepare me for grad school?

  • Chubigans
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MS Physics Guidance: Quantum Mechanics, Nanophysics, More

  • mathans
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Which Applied Math Course Should I Choose for My Physics Major?

  • flemmyd
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Schools Double majors, undergrad research, best college worth it?

  • xcvxcvvc
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Learning theoretical physics on my own

  • KTNAJR
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Schools My high school doesn't have AP Calculus

  • nickmo94
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Aiming for Ph.D. in math - am I screwed?

  • yz764527
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Does Majoring in Math Enhance Theoretical Physics Skills?

  • Aequiveri
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Testing Retake Physics GRE? Evaluating Options for Physics PhD

  • Quark_Chowder
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Best Option for BSc: Physics & Theoretical Physics

  • Centaur
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I feel like I'll be behind if I start out in Calc I

  • Null_
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Which MS in Quantum Physics Program Should I Choose?

  • mathans
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Testing Best guide book for cat examination

  • fusion911
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Do Undergrad Early Graduates Get Into Top Programs?

  • gretun
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From Europe to Perimeter Institute

  • nonequilibrium
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Is this program suitable for me?

  • dEdt
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How Can a Liberal Arts Major Explore Theoretical Physics as a Hobby?

  • Energystrom
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Is Joining the Peace Corps a Smart Move for Future Chemical Engineers?

  • Null_
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Business Statistics or Calc 1 w/ analytical

  • Nawz
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Electric Engineering Curriculum no programming class?

  • SuperMiguel
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Helping a prof with his research vs doing your own research.

  • Simfish
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Schools Useful languages to learn in college

  • gigabyte3000
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Leaving a REU Early - Advice Needed

  • vladittude0583
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Gradute School and grades (percentage, not GPA).

  • Qbit42
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Programs Physics Degree, and Engineering?

  • Wilbz
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Programs Should I Transfer Colleges to Improve My Math PhD Prospects?

  • BSCMath
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This is probably the wrong place to ask, but

  • gretun
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My first post on this amazing forum.

  • QuarkCharmer
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Would love some insight-to utilize ap credit or not?

  • apersonwith?s
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Some advice for someone who hasn't a clue

  • NelsonsXanadu
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Schools How to prepare for a college atractive highschool career.

  • marinebiopink
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Schools Know anything about Florida State University undergrad physics?

  • carboy79
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Programs PhD Positions in Physics in USA/Canada

  • erenphysics
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