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Schools How to prepare for a college atractive highschool career.

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Schools Know anything about Florida State University undergrad physics?

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Programs PhD Positions in Physics in USA/Canada

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Am I ready for research on the Sitnikov problem?

  • l'Hôpital
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Getting strong letters of recommendation for physics REU applications

  • Agent M27
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Programs Minor in Physics: Chemistry or Math?

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Computer Engineering vs Computer Science

  • student.x
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Courses Should I Take Advanced ODE Without Completing Algebra 2?

  • JG89
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Is there an odesk / elance equivalent for tutoring math/phy?

  • k4ff3
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Courses What are some practical courses for non-career advancement?

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What subject for thesis in algebra

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Schools Struggling with calculus I after weak community college prep for engineering transfer

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Physics extended research essay (IB)

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UK 3-year vs 4-year degrees, masters abroad, and subject changes

  • razazain
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Failing Calculus Dont know if i want to be an engineer

  • Brownfractals
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Just study Math AND CompSci (well) and get ready to rule the world

  • donnylee
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I know there are a million of these but.(Fall 2010)

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Comp Science or Career Change: What's the Best Path for You?

  • Poker-face
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Programs Going for a PhD in Physics with a MatE undergrad?

  • Vivamus
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To choose a math/physics route, or engineering?

  • david.aloha
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Taking computer science classes to prepare to physicist

  • gigabyte3000
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Why Do High-Achieving Students Choose Community Colleges Over Universities?

  • land_of_ice
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Courses Questions About Calc for Life and Social Sciences?

  • Pesto Pizza
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Schools MIT or University of Rochester for physics/math undergrad?

  • ironclaw
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I want to study all fields in physics. but how ?

  • SBC
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Physics research without knowlegde of chemistry

  • kntsy
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Can ECPE exam replace TOEFL or IELTS for US university applications?

  • Nikon33
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Suggestions for a beginning researcher.

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Programs Is Abstract Algebra Essential for CS Majors in Understanding Cryptography?

  • PhDorBust
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Admissions MIT & WPI Admissions: How Can 15 yr Old Home-Schooler Prepare?

  • IK0
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Should I ask a graduate student for a Letter of Recommendation?

  • chickenwing71
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Getting accepted to McGill's master's program with a 2.5 GPA

  • AFG34
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Schools Best Schools for Undergrad Physics?

  • WhiteKnights
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Is Poor Performance in Probability/Statistics an Indication I am Bad at Math?

  • sweetpotato
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Undergrad bored with physics and frustrated about it

  • Seraphin
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Programs Physics vs chemistry major for pre-med

  • cdotter
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Advice for Career Change: Going Back to School

  • Poker-face
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Taking modern algebra, real analysis, and diffeq's

  • vinnie
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Business Calculus or Finite Mathematics

  • Philoctetes3
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Learn Topology: Get Intro Book Recommendations

  • blob100
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How to approach research papers as a freshman

  • force_air_1
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Which of Physics and Mechanical Engineering requires math

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Schools Physics PhD or EE Master's for Solid State/Nanoelectronics Industry?

  • DThielke
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How to get involved in time travel research?

  • Identity
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Schools Which colleges should I apply to?

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Programs Math courses recommended for electrical engineering major?

  • ReeceM
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Whats the purpose of fraternities?

  • Mu naught
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Aerospace or Astrophysics: Which Undergraduate Degree Should You Pursue?

  • Saphiraflames
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Prereqs for undergrad Quantum Mechanics

  • physiker99
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Programs What can I do with my undergrad Physics degree? I'm freaking out

  • xbomber88
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Self-study syllabus for Griffiths quantum mechanics

  • DavidAlan
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Study Commerce/engineering to become an economist?

  • physicsmaths
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Schools SUNY Albany College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering

  • daveyman
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Schools How do grad schools perceive a course audit on an undergrad transcript?

  • chickenwing71
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Differential Equations or not That is the Question

  • kscribble
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Courses Is a 17-Credit Semester with Advanced Math and Science Courses Manageable?

  • Signedx
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Schools Grad school to study Quantum Gravity?

  • cuallito
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Programs PhD in Semiconductor Theory: Recommended Schools

  • GreenGiant
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Transfer from UK to US for Undergraduate Physics Degree

  • hasan_researc
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Schools How to prepare for grad school in biophysics

  • casesam
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Should i still do math if i am not the next Euler?

  • pdidy
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Is an Engineering Studies BA useful?

  • chickenwing71
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Photovoltaics, Electric motors ,Solar energy. Should i go for EE?

  • AlexES16
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Programs Is it worth still majoring in physics even though I failed a core subject?

  • Hit3k
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Should Freshmen in Chemical Engineering Take Physics with Calc I?

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Programs How long does a physics PhD take after a bachelor's degree?

  • Eric Cartman
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Courses Does introductory physics cover rotational motion or energy first?

  • sona1177
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Programs Daily life of a theoretical physics PhD student?

  • DukeofDuke
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Do you deserve your high school diploma?

  • Evo
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Will a Break from Calculus I Hurt Me?

  • Codyt
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My life is collapsing, I feel like killing myself. PF, me

  • Unshin
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Sports / Community Service / Interest Groups

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Schools Finishing your graduate school application early vs. general GRE score

  • alemsalem
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Graduate Student: Career Advice, I hate experimental physics

  • compn
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Unsure if I want to continue with Physics

  • xbomber88
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When do you learn abount Tensors?

  • LBloom
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Schools Rising college freshman, physics major?

  • wil3
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Engineering Physics vs. Honors Physics

  • Voraldo
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Is There Hope for My GPA After a Rough First Year?

  • Jakk01
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Courses About a course - Should I take it?

  • physiker99
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Transferring to College: EE Advice for UH Manoa Junior

  • Niznar
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Dilemma: Majoring in CS or Applied Math?

  • Max.Planck
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Worried about organic chemistry?

  • caltich
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Precalculus review or Calculus 1

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Self study plan for understanding nutritional processes

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Physics Lesson for 11th grade in USA

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Should I Switch My Major to Math and Physics at Penn State?

  • whocarez
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Best school for Physics in Minneapolis St Paul area?

  • PookDo
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Going to iPhO, sharing an experience

  • lol_nl
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Schools Apply to synthetic biology grad school now or after a gap year?

  • sir_manning
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Programs Is getting a physics degree a good idea?

  • gigabyte3000
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Programs 3.47 GPA and Stanford math PhD prospects

  • donnylee
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Schools Best graduate school for Spintronics and Spin Tnasport Research?

  • QEDrpf33
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Can I transfer an EET associate degree to a 4-year college for a BSEE?

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