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Browse and request academic advising for all sciences, math and engineering. Topics include school selection, GRE tests, degree information, funding and more. Find the help you need here to navigate and succeed.

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Is 95% on a mid-term really that bad?

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Programs US student pining for a Materials Science PhD outside of the US?

  • Clockward
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Best field to do original research

  • kurt.math
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What's the best way to self teach in order to do research?

  • Krique
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I'm 31 and I think I want to study physics

  • 7roosters
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Material science v.s. chemical engineering?

  • emyt
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Schools Is the University of Minnesota a good school?

  • mcpacker
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Programs Engineering Physics and Graduate Degrees

  • jounce
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I want to get good at math and physics. Tell me how?

  • giventofly
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Schools Do Graduate Schools Look at Extra Curiccular Involvement In Admissions?

  • Abraham
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Erasmus Internship Program: Benefits & Advice for Physics Students

  • pelunuska
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Academic Dilemma, senior student seeking words of wisdom

  • flyingpig
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MS in mechanical engineering for an electrical

  • Mad Engineer
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Discover the Definition and Purpose of Phenomenological Physics

  • micomaco86572
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Schools Is the University of Hawaii a Good Choice for Physics Graduate Study?

  • The thinker
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Electronic or Software Engineering?

  • geft
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What institution allow you to do research in physics for the rest of your life?

  • fluidistic
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How do you reference simultaneous publications to each other ?

  • rogerharris
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Schools Which graduate schools do I have a chance at?

  • ryanj123
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Looking for U. with research in Quantum Information Science and AMO

  • enaj
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Mechanical Engineering Technology vs. Physics

  • Technium
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Schools What colleges to apply to (undergraduate)?

  • Hallusk
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Transfering during masters or doctorate program

  • jaska22
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How to study for an analysis test

  • nietzsche
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What Are the Best Engineering Programs for Transfer Students?

  • f24u7
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Realizing I need Research Post Haste Help

  • lubuntu
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SJSU Aerospace vs UC Davis Aerospace?

  • svisbeck
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Need help deciding to use AP Physics B/C credit

  • Elbobo
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Is Education a Factor in Choosing a Partner?

  • MissMath
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Is a Double Major in Physics and Astronomy the Best Path to Astrophysics?

  • Totalderiv
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Schools How can i best salvage my chances of going to grad school for chemistry?

  • ChemHopeful
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How much math should i have before i start analysis/advanced calculus?

  • johnnyies
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How to do undergrad research in EE

  • Peon666
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Improving Math Study Habits: Tips for Acing Calculus 2

  • sarah2529
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PhD in Physics at MIT: Requirements, Time & Cost

  • jhooper3581
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Courses Useful courses for topological quantum computing

  • Monocles
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Schools Picking a college for a physics major

  • Old Guy
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How exactly do you study for Physics?

  • Mirole
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Final Worth: 100% - Is it a Good Idea?

  • Noxide
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Stereotypical Physics Undergrad?

  • katia11
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Schools Applying to Cambridge university

  • hellbike
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Programs Thinking about returning for my degree, I have some questions

  • qntm_spntrnc
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Achieving Success in University Without Attending Classes?

  • Noxide
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Schools Advice - atypical route to grad school

  • some_dude
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Hardest upper undergraduate pure maths subjects?

  • pivoxa15
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Advice for Starting a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

  • kurt.math
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Understanding Physics: Tips to Master College Course

  • Want to learn
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Which Canadian universities offer MSc and PhD programs in Quantum Computing?

  • Love*Physics
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Do USA and UK Physics Programs Differ in Educational and Scientific Tracks?

  • alexandrana
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Level of Learning Theories: String Theory & Loop Quantum Gravity

  • Gear300
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It's expensive to go to college in Maine

  • turbo
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Why cannot Physics be taught like Math?

  • WiFO215
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How Should I Pursue My Dream of Becoming a Physicist?

  • mcpacker
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Solving GRE Spheres: Find h0 from h

  • Pupil
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How to be a genius without an education.

  • Monocerotis
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Retaking Chemistry Class: Is It a Bad Thing for Engineering Majors?

  • Ryuk1990
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What math-y masters programs should I look at?

  • filter54321
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Programs Top Major for future in Astrophysics

  • lubuntu
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When should I take Linear Algebra?

  • DarrenM
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Schools Colleges with good transfer scholarships?

  • GeoMike
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Is it possible to become an independent physicist?

  • advaitaquant
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Programs NC State Freshman Deciding Major: Physics or Nuclear Engineering?

  • jmc9115
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Maximizing Your Study Strategy: Tips for Undergraduates

  • lubuntu
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Connection between math abilities and physics

  • emyt
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What exactly is CMPEN and what skills can you gain from it?

  • Zhalfirin88
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How a Theoretical Physicist Makes Themselves Useful to Society?

  • bjnartowt
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Studying Studying Physics in America: Top Universities

  • mrausum
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Schools Transfering in Grad School (better immediately or after MS?)

  • ultraviolet87
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Formats and Programs for Physics Papers

  • Noxide
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Is the 'For Dummies' Series Effective for Learning Trigonometry?

  • sportsstar469
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Why does BLS predict a rapid demand growth for Software Engineers?

  • avant-garde
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Dealing with Constant Pressure: Balancing Personal Life and Work/School

  • Rhine720
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Studying Study EM Theory: No Classical Mechanics Required

  • Amar.alchemy
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Professorships In Different Subjects

  • lubuntu
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Making it as a Theoretician - can it be done so late in the game ?

  • bjnartowt
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Studying Studying Math without propper foundations

  • xpoferens
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Tips on Dealing with a horrible class?

  • lubuntu
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Programs What to write in a CV for PhD application?

  • cosmogirl
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Maintaining self-worth when grapping with tough problems

  • bjnartowt
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Find Best Astrophysics College for Florida High School Senior

  • sen10rs
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I don't understand grade curving.

  • General_Sax
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Why do you want to be a theoretical physist?

  • You
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Need some advice about transfering

  • opengfrt
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Navigating Physics in Grade 12: Should I Hire a Tutor?

  • 1irishman
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Math Refresher for College Prep: Tips & Resources

  • ZeroDauto
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Where to go for Physics undergrad

  • Gushers1
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Choosing a Research Project: Balancing Enjoyment and Professionalism

  • Void123
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Balancing Physics BS, Work, & Learning: My Class/Work Schedule

  • Shackleford
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Best in class will always find good work

  • Bohr_Wars
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Programs Applying to University of Utah for PhD in Pure Maths

  • Carl140
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Programs Is a Year-Long PDE Course Worth It for Pure Math Majors Going to Grad School?

  • CharmedQuark
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Masters in Nuclear Engineering

  • lax1113
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What Major Should I Choose to Become a Mad Scientist?

  • osnarf
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Mathematical Requirments for QFT

  • Jilvin
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Pre-Pharmacy Programs: Ernest Mario & US Schools

  • Brisingr24
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Programs From computer and communication engineering to physics degree

  • francoissaab
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