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Low(ish) GRE Verbal score - end of the world?
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Which Is Better for EE: University of Michigan or Georgia Tech?
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Programs -ADVICE NEEDED- Double Major - EE & CS or EE & Physics
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Schools How reputable are british universities among engineering employers in America
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Schools Math and Physics undergrad to EE Graduate school?
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Mathematica vs Fortron for Physics: Necessary to Know C++?
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Expert Tips for Tutoring Algebra: Avoiding Common Mistakes
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Electronics graduate , what field should I chose for MS (in US) ? Help.
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Programs Should I change my major from business to engineering?
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Falling out of Love with Engineering
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Would doing some Chemistry Papers help my physics?
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Funding for MSc in Physics | 2:1 Degree Seeking PhD
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Enquiry to get professional advices on Theoretical Physics.
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Become a Quantum Theoretical Physicist with Mathematical Sciences
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Should I Pursue Physics Despite My Math Struggles?
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Studying Books on Applying to Grad School
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Is Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute the Right Choice for Your Engineering PhD?
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Where to Pursue Graduate Studies in Theoretical and Particle Physics?
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BS Physics / MS Material Science & Engineering
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Schools Astrophysics: Picking the right college
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Schools Recommend a college for undergrad math or engineering
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Improving Verbal Score for Non-Native English Speakers
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Is Cooper Union's ME program ranked highly among US engineering schools?
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Programs Is My EE Degree Mathematically Sufficient?
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Difference between Software Engineering and Computer Science?
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Programs Online Bachelor's Degree in Physics
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Preparing for math REUs next summer
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Is it fine to publish an article using the data [experimental results]
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Particle Physics in Uni. of Manchester-Review and comment.
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Math MSc - Imperial vs. Durham vs. Warwick
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Testing Discussing Cheating in Exams: An International Perspective
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AP Physics or AP Psychology: Which One Should You Take for College Credit?
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Schools Grad School Question: Can Classes Transfer?
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Programs Worth it to double major in Math?
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Schools My high school career, theres a bit of a problem .
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Medical Physics - What do I need to do to get in?
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Studying Your experience of studying mathematics and physics
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Chemical engineering vs chemistry
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Schools How Should I Approach Professors When Applying to Grad School?
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Help on Senior Elective for Mechanical Engineering
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Is a Post-Doc Still an Option After Completing a PhD at 31?
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Now i find myself in a bit of an indecision
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Schools Best university for theoretical physics
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Schools Can Americans with a Bachelor's Degree Pursue Graduate Studies in Europe?
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A mechanical engineering student hating mechanical design
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Need Immediate Help with Journal Figure Submission
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Schools Am going to have to cram some college physics is it possible?
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Msc. physics/applied mathematics from IIT
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Applying to Math REUs Summer 2009: Results & Discussion
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International Congress of Mathematicians: Is it Right for Me?
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'good' physics school possible with bad gpa?
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Schools Panic attack- acceptance to grad school and other Q's related to that
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Seeking Advice, Self-teaching advanced physics topics
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Is a 390 on the GRE Verbal Acceptable for Math Grad Programs?
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Schools Do Grad Schools Care About Dropped Undergrad Classes in Engineering?
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Do I Need to Know Geometry Before Starting Calculus?
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A good school for particle physics
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How Can I Secure a Spot in My Desired Chemistry Course After a Poor Interview?
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Programs Do I Need a PE License for Double Majors in Engineering?
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What advanced math is needed for studying physics at a high school level?
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Programs Beginning an engineering degree 2
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What Should You Major in for a Career in Science and the Military?
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Programs Is a Master's in Physics Valuable for an Engineering Career?
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Physics self study for a Medical Student
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Schools Is it possible to balance graduate school and raising children?
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Programs Concentration with my physics major
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Academic advice for a 30 yr old
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Preparing for a Junior Q&M Final: Strengthening Concepts
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What is the salary of neurosurgeons?
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Aerospace Engineering Offers: Bath, Loughborough, Manchester
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Overcoming Math Challenges for Engineering & Physics Majors at UW-Madison
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Schools German Universities for International Students - Science PhDs
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Schools Chiropractor vs. Graduate School
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Programs Is a Berkeley Physics Degree Better Than SAC State for Northern California?
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GRE Prep: When is the Best Time to Take the GRE for Math Majors?
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Programs Getting an undergraduate and graduate degree at the same school?
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Which applied physics concentration to pick?
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What is Algorithmic Problem Solving ?
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Why is it harder to get into Engineering?
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M.Sc(I.T) isELIGIBILITY FOR DOING M.S?
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Programs How Should I Prepare for My Engineering Degree?
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Schools A high school student's aspirations
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Geometry Topics for Theoretical Physics & Astrophysics
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Engineering Management: Is a Master Degree Worth it?
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Physics (B. Sc) -> Engineering (M. Sc)? Possible?
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How to ask a professor about research?
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What's the Difference Between Computer Engineering and Computer Science?
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Programs Degrees needed to be a warfare physicist
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Re-doing mathematics from the ground up - a rather odd request
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Im an EE looking to for speciality and combination advise
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Schools Graduate School Odds: Increase Your Chances for Admissions to Top Schools
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Scholarship from a place like Harvard
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Programs Most Math Intensive Engineering Degree?
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Engineering Degree: Bachelors vs Masters Benefits
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Testing Should I Memorize Thermodynamics Laws for the SAT II Physics Test?
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How to beome a well paid Physicist- Also Questions about Engineering
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Perfect Method to Answer a Question
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Need tutorials on these topics
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Programs What career oppurtunities are open to one with a pHD in software engineering?
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Tissue Engineering: Undergrad Physics Major | Graduate Bioengineering
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