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Schools Undergraduate Schools: Researching UMD & VT for Grad School

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Schools Which Universities Offer Top Graduate Programs in Geophysics?

  • Drao
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How does a Physics class differ from an Engineering class?

  • DrummingAtom
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Is a Grade of B- in Analysis II the end of my aspirations .?

  • Poodle
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Studying When you're not learning from studying

  • Eric_meyers
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Programs Seeking Guidance to do Phd in Physics.

  • Anj123
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Where Can I Find Online Non-Calc Based Physics Courses with Lab Kits?

  • greenlocus
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Data Analysis & Theoretical Physics: Opportunities Beyond HEP

  • barnflakes
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How many hours per week for Waves & Oscillations?

  • Eric_meyers
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Programs How to get accepted to a PhD Program in the USA as a foreigner

  • yoshware
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Transferring from engineering to physics

  • kbaumen
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Programs Apply for a master degree at the INSA de lyon

  • hagopbul
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What kind of oustanding achievements of abilities etc do

  • mgnymph
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Schools General GRE + grad school (what's my chance)?

  • tim_lou
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What Other University Programs Offer a Similar Experience to UBC's Science One?

  • colonelcrayon
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Schools Applying for grad school, do I need to send transcripts from Dual Cred HS class?

  • Mr.Bigg
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Inspiring Physics Enthusiasm: Ideas for Our Small Physics Club

  • harvellt
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Is engineering really for people that hate math?

  • Atomos
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Testing How long did you study for both the General and Physics GREs?

  • mhockey14221
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Cognitive Science: Questions for Majors & Experts

  • j0nis0n
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Programs How can I get into MIT Physics Phd program?

  • mrfizz
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Which is the most (and least) math heavy of the engineering fields?

  • thrill3rnit3
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Question about culture/business/whatever of medical science?

  • JQP
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Programs Going to law school AFTER getting a PhD?

  • DukeofDuke
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Programs School policies about taking courses out of major?

  • theman408
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Do Grad Students Collaborate on Homework?

  • nsatya
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Schools How useful is grad school for an entrepreneur?

  • mooktank
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Philosophy of Science: Do I Need to Study Science?

  • menniandscience
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Should I take my stats class from the statistics or math department?

  • DukeofDuke
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Choose a Topic for IB Mathematics Extended Essay

  • jgens
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Programs How useful is an undergraduate business degree?

  • avant-garde
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My academic future right now looks like hell

  • pakmingki2
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Plan to enter physics/math field in late 20's

  • Cosmosgrav
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Schools How to Craft a Winning Biomedical Engineering Grad School Essay?

  • unhorizon
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Math sequence for advanced optics

  • Scrumhalf
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Irodov Problems: Pre-requisites & Suggestions

  • Amar.alchemy
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Programs What Degree Should I Pursue Next?

  • ank_gl
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Schools Best UK Universities for Physics & Engineering

  • dr_nic
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Odd computer geeks wants to learn phy and math

  • giddy
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Courses Distance Learning Physics Course with Lab Component?

  • justingd131
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18 yrs Old: Still in Grade 10 [Owns 100K eBay Business] G.E.D or Diploma?

  • Manticore
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Develop Intuition with Abstract Algebra: Groups & Rings

  • mrb
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Math or Physics: Which Major Should I Choose for My Undergraduate Degree?

  • hangover
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Can Studying Medical Physics Abroad Affect Residency Opportunities?

  • Raioneru
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Courses Advice on intro phys/calc courses

  • McGrif
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Schools Is the GRE a Barrier for Physics Grad School Acceptance?

  • KGPhysiks
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Should I Transfer to a More Prestigious University for Physics Grad School?

  • mg0stisha
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Programs REU if you already have a degree?

  • Moonshine
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Admissions Salary of an entry-level Pharmacist

  • Leon W Zhang
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Can I Pursue Grad School in Math or Physics as a MechE Major?

  • hearts_hacker
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Could anyone please suggest a nice book for Engineering Mathematics

  • supreabajaj
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Gravity Research: Undergraduate Physics Student in Greece

  • Tilemachos
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How Can I Transition from Software Engineering to a Physics PhD?

  • Sridhar Mahadevan
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Do Most Software Engineers Enjoy High Quality of Life and Career Satisfaction?

  • avant-garde
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Schools Advice on the BS degree that would best compliment grad school interests.

  • Haymaker
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Courses Skipping basic courses for advanced ones

  • rasmhop
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Admissions Advice on applying programming to physics

  • paridiso
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Programs A phd in pure maths and postdocs in theoretical physics (cosmology).

  • MathematicalPhysicist
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Best job oppertunities for engineering

  • Bradwast88
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What Should I Take for A-Level Subjects?

  • electricsound
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Engineering Student Asks: Take Physics I-A Without Calc Pre-Req?

  • pr0blumz
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Courses How Many Courses Should I Take in Graduate School for Theoretical Physics?

  • bjnartowt
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Courses Question about course policy for an older student

  • bitrex
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How many hours a week do you spend in grad school?

  • mbuchove
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Exchange student in the Putnam compeition

  • Kurret
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Choice between two grad math classes, DG vs. PDE

  • mordechai9
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How to Be a Highly-Recommended Physicist?

  • bjnartowt
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Programs Scared to major in Physics, Chemistry or EE?

  • MathGangsta
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Nuclear Engineering vs. Physics?

  • NukeEmAll
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Mechanical Engineering finish time

  • anubis01
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Difficult choice regarding Abstract Algebra

  • F for Freedom
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Good Physics Programs: Colleges to Apply To

  • Colonelhaakah
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How does it feel like to be a physics professor?

  • T.O.E Dream
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Schools Schools focused only on teaching mathematics?

  • ZComet
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Schools Any colleges offering A bach in Physics online?

  • nicodemo
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Programs ABET Accredited Online BS ME Degree? Searching with No Results

  • MadMike1986
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Programs Phd in Condensed Matter or Particle Physics?

  • barnflakes
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The age old B.A. vs B.S. question: Mathematics

  • tatiana_eggs
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Schools Is Taking the GRE More Than Once Recommended for Grad School Admissions?

  • nsatya
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Schools Undergrad at a research university: what's it like?

  • colonelcrayon
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Linear Algebra or Calculus III: Which Should I Choose?

  • mvantuyl
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Programs Is double majoring in both Honors Physics and regular Math a good idea?

  • Voraldo
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Preparing for Second year physics

  • Flat
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Programs Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering for major?

  • 89ta
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Did I Really Study for High School Tests?

  • ideasrule
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How much math is needed as an undergrad to de theoretical physics?

  • xbomber88
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What to do for a wannabe theorist?

  • Odai
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Prerequisites for Electromagnetism?

  • PieceOfPi
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Is statistical thermodyanmics worth taking if your an ME?

  • Topher925
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Where Can I Find Advanced Undergraduate Physics Practice Problems?

  • maverick_starstrider
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Programs Is Double Majoring in Physics and Mathematics Worth It for Grad School?

  • mg0stisha
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Where to Conduct Wind Tunnel Experiments in the Midwest United States

  • waealu
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Need advice for high energy physics programs with low GPA but good otherwise

  • mayonaise
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Can I pursue physics and math without a science background?

  • hangover
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What Are You Teaching Yourself?

  • nicknaq
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Programs Biology or Chem: which degree is more employable?

  • avant-garde
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RIT Physics or SUNY Brockport for Financially Savvy College Dropouts?

  • MadMike1986
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