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Fresh start Love Mechanical engineering but dont know what to do
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Environmental Science too broad?
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Math Test Struggles Abroad: Common Knowledge for Non-Uni Students?
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Poll: Astronautical Engineering Guidance
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Astronautical Engineering Guidance
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Why Do Some Students Excel in Calculus but Struggle in Pre-Calculus?
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What is your thought process as you do proofs?
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Schools HElp me to select US University for Phd in Computer Science
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Need Guidance for Self-Study Math B
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Can You Pursue a Grad Degree in Nuclear Engineering with a Physics BS?
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Can a Freshman Overcome Past Laziness to Achieve a NASA Dream?
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Programs What undergraduate course should i major in if i want to be a .
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Civil Engineering/Power Engineering combination question
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Branches of Physics and their difficulties.
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Industrial vs Mechanical Engineers
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Testing What Are My Grad School Options After Failing the Math GRE?
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Studying Improve Your Grades: The Importance of Studying Before Tests
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Organic Chemistry: Advice for Struggling Students
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Undergrad Research: Getting Involved in Research
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Math REU for Summer 2010: Tips to Improve Your Chances
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Courses What Math Courses Should an Aspiring Aerospace Engineer or Physicist Consider?
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Schools Top 10 Universities for Aerospace Engineering in the world
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Love physics not sure if I'd like doing it?
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Studying Physics at Age 14: Where to Start?
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Summer study in Australia vs Dual enrollemnt study at community collge?
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Photographic memory and perfect gpa, but i have low intelligence.?
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Testing 30+ on the ACT and 1500 on SAT what to do?
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Deciding to Drop AP English: Benefits & Risks
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How Can a 14-Year-Old Start Learning Physics, Mathematics, and Science?
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Importance of GPA as an Engineer, (I'm not doing so well)
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Travel Opportunities as a Physicist?
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Sites for chemistsry programming
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Schools Looking for some suggestions in community college
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Reading Advice for a Non-physicist
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Overcome Academic Setbacks: Advice for Physics Student
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How can I succeed in AP Physics C?
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Does Theoretical Math Really Help with Physics? | My Experience at Berkeley
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Undergraduate Reaearch Internships
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Programs Optimizing PhD Advisor Changes: Strategies for Success
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Programs Recommend Maths and CS Courses for Physics Major
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Which university in Kentucky has the best physics departments?
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Mechanical Engineering & Renewable Energy: A Future in Solar Power?
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Schools How do i graduate from college early?
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Programs Yet another Which Career/Major? thread.
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High School: Should I Drop Physics?
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How Can Community College Students Find Internships in Engineering or Physics?
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Academic concerns. how rigorous should it be
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Living Off Minimum Wage and Pursuing a Physics Degree
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NTU Singapore Scholarship and Tuition Grants: Indian Student Requirements
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Where Can I Find Precalculus Tutorial DVD or Streaming Courses Online?
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Deciding on a Master's Thesis Direction for PhD Admissions in Canada
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EE need advice about graduate study in Th. Physics or Mathematics.
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Struggling to Decide Between CS and Medicine
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Studying Learning E&M with Calc I: What Textbook Should I Use?
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Choosing a Major in the Physical Sciences: Is Geophysics Right for Me?
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Schools High school through Undergrad Math Outline
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Schools Teaching Physics in Ontario: Job Prospects and Experiment Ideas
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What are some fun activities for a Society of Physics Students weekly meeting?
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AP Physics B Test: Self-Studying and Exam Prep
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Courses Swapping Courses: How to Decide When Changing Majors
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Programs Qualifying Exams for PhD: Weeding Out or Formality?
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Mathematical pre-requisites for Relativistic QFT
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Programs Is Cambridge's Part III Equivalent to a Master's Degree or First Year PhD?
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Seeking advice for mathematics progression
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Ready for first year rigourous calculus?
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Obama's speech on education banned from schools
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What is motivation in mathematics?
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Programs After math and physics majors, what should I do?
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Electrical Engineering or Theoretical Physics: Which Is Right for a Math Lover?
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Where Else Should I Apply for a Physics Major?
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Schools Best university in South Africa for physics?
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Materials Science: Career Opportunities & EE Considerations
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Linear Algebra and it's importance
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Programs Undergraduate Majors for a Career in Physics or Engineering
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Schools Straight to University or Transfer?
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Programs I hate my mechanics class and physics is my major
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Help a 17yr-old make decisions>.<
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Programs What Careers Are Possible With a BA in Space Studies?
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Preparing for University: Last Year of High School Tips
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How Can I Balance My Physics Studies with Limited Time and Resources?
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Pure & Applied Math: Study Both in Grad School?
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Topics in your first physics year.
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