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Transfering during masters or doctorate program
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Is Education a Factor in Choosing a Partner?
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How to do undergrad research in EE
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Improving Math Study Habits: Tips for Acing Calculus 2
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PhD in Physics at MIT: Requirements, Time & Cost
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How exactly do you study for Physics?
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Final Worth: 100% - Is it a Good Idea?
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Stereotypical Physics Undergrad?
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Hardest upper undergraduate pure maths subjects?
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Advice for Starting a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
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Understanding Physics: Tips to Master College Course
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Which Canadian universities offer MSc and PhD programs in Quantum Computing?
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Do USA and UK Physics Programs Differ in Educational and Scientific Tracks?
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Level of Learning Theories: String Theory & Loop Quantum Gravity
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Why cannot Physics be taught like Math?
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How Should I Pursue My Dream of Becoming a Physicist?
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Solving GRE Spheres: Find h0 from h
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How to be a genius without an education.
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Retaking Chemistry Class: Is It a Bad Thing for Engineering Majors?
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What math-y masters programs should I look at?
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Programs Top Major for future in Astrophysics
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When should I take Linear Algebra?
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Schools Colleges with good transfer scholarships?
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Is it possible to become an independent physicist?
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Programs NC State Freshman Deciding Major: Physics or Nuclear Engineering?
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Maximizing Your Study Strategy: Tips for Undergraduates
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Connection between math abilities and physics
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What exactly is CMPEN and what skills can you gain from it?
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How a Theoretical Physicist Makes Themselves Useful to Society?
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Studying Studying Physics in America: Top Universities
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Formats and Programs for Physics Papers
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Is the 'For Dummies' Series Effective for Learning Trigonometry?
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Why does BLS predict a rapid demand growth for Software Engineers?
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Dealing with Constant Pressure: Balancing Personal Life and Work/School
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Studying Study EM Theory: No Classical Mechanics Required
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Professorships In Different Subjects
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Making it as a Theoretician - can it be done so late in the game ?
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Studying Studying Math without propper foundations
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Tips on Dealing with a horrible class?
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Programs What to write in a CV for PhD application?
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Is a 650 PGRE Score Enough for Top Graduate Programs in Particle Physics?
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Maintaining self-worth when grapping with tough problems
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Find Best Astrophysics College for Florida High School Senior
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Which Double Major Combination is Ideal: Physics and Chemistry or Pure Math?
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I don't understand grade curving.
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Why do you want to be a theoretical physist?
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Need some advice about transfering
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Math Refresher for College Prep: Tips & Resources
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Where to go for Physics undergrad
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Programs Applying to University of Utah for PhD in Pure Maths
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Jackson: t-minus three semesters and counting
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Step-by-step guide to mastering calculus from little/no maths knowledge
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A 4.0 GPA: How Much Does it Matter?
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Can I Succeed in Engineering with a 3.0 GPA and Poor Study Habits?
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Quantum effects in biological systems
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How is Discrete Math Used in Physics?
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Timing Creativity: How to Be a Good Physicist
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What are the key differences between journal clubs and student seminars?
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Schools Mathematics Graduate School Admission
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For Undergrad: Harvard, Yale, Princeton, MIT, Stanford?
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Schools About Oxford University admission
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Courses More Math Courses vs a potential lower GPA
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