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Basic physics requirements and a teacher
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How necessary is upper level E&M for QM
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Guidance Needed For Undergrad Research
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Is MIT a good place to study theoretical physics?
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Will My English Grade Affect Sixth Form Admission?
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Programs Choosing a major when you like many areas
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How much biology as a computer/electrial engineer?
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Physics graduate can't get job with defense contractor
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Schools Why are some of the oldest universities in the world ranked so poorly?
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Grad programs in observational vs. theoretical astrophysics
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Inspire My Physics Hopes - Need Dire Inspiration
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Can I Afford to Study Astronomy in the UK as a US Student by Becoming an RA?
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Should I Take Pre-Calculus or Calculus This Summer for Engineering College Prep?
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Obama's education czar proposes longer school days for public schools
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Courses Which Math Courses Should I Choose for Oceanography Grad School?
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I can't concentrate on my studies without pressure
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Schools BSc in physics - what other options in grad school besides MSc in physics?
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Theoretical Physics vs Theoretical Cosmology
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Should I Transfer Universities for a Better Physics Program?
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Get Advice on Personal Statement for Grad School Application
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Learn Physics for Beginners - Recommended Resources
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Should I Participate in Every Competition to Impress Universities?
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Are There Any Evening Physics Programs in North Carolina?
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Schools Will Effort in Undergrad Secure Top Graduate School Admission?
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What to Expect for the Edexcel Unit 5 Practical Tomorrow?
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Courses Discrete math/combinatorial course
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Schools Can Low GPA and Grad School Mix ?
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From Algebra 1 through Pre-calculus?
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Testing Can I still get into top colleges with a 1960 SAT score?
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General question about GPA from a UK student
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Undergraduate Research Topics in Point-Set Topology?
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Mnemonics for Math, Chemistry and Physics
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Should I continue to work for this prof if he can't fund me?
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Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships
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Schools Why Do Professors Insist on Waiving Rights to See Recommendation Letters?
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