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Calc 3 review material suggestions

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Programs A.A. degree - Should I even bother?

  • APHELION
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Schools Is grad school a possibility for me?

  • joeG215
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Schools McGill or University of Saskatchewan? Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry?

  • nicknaq
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Courses Is Quantum Mechanics Really That Hard or is it Just Poor Teaching?

  • MikeBeer
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Schools Prepare for University Application in 2 Months

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Schools Navigating Grad School After Non-Ivy Undergrad Experience

  • mhockey14221
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I've been scared into not doing Physics

  • PhysicsILike
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Guide for international students needed

  • Rika
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When does this get really difficult?

  • MikeBeer
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How rare are (TA/RA)ships for Masters' students?

  • Patrick_Nth
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Which programming language do you use?

  • Undisciplined
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To get the information of the conferences

  • micomaco86572
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AP Physics B or C: Pros and Cons for Aspiring Physicists/Engineers

  • haloshade
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Programs Can one major in nuclear engineering and then go to into an MD/PhD program?

  • Dr. HappyNuke
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Schools How to get into physics grad school

  • halonsello
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Older Physics Book-Learning: Pros & Cons

  • tycon69
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Schools Changing fields fresh out of grad school

  • turin
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Low GPA? Mechanical Engineering School Chance w/ 3.2

  • awri
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The theoretical physics saga continues

  • muppet
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Can I Pursue Multiple Majors in University?

  • mgnymph
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REU/anything useful after freshman year

  • LBloom
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Is the California High School Exit Exam Discriminatory?

  • Gokul43201
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Suggest items to bring to college

  • Pupil
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Programs Fall Semester 2009 of a MATH major

  • Zero266
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AP Physics C E/M: Should I Claim Credit?

  • athenos
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How do mathematicians work alongside physicists?

  • Nephie
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Higher Education General Relativity

  • Jinesh_R
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Grad School Advice - Taking Jackson Level E&M Course?

  • nicksauce
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BA in Physics or BS in engineering?

  • TMass51
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Problems in Undergraduate Physics?

  • mfduqued
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Testing Boost Your SAT II Physics Score with Free Online Practice Questions

  • a.soboh
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Questions about going into physics from mathematics background

  • Nephie
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Programs Other relevant majors in Physics?

  • Armageddon90
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Computing Sciences - An Art or a Science?

  • cybernerd
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Schools How Did a Physics Student Become Editor of an Art and Literary Magazine?

  • SELFMADE
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What Electives should I take? (Structural Engineering)

  • spiq
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Outlook for science & engineering fields

  • stjimmy
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Life: 19-Year-Old Trying to Find Direction

  • Mr_Orsum
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Abstract linear algebra versus applied

  • jmnance
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Should I Get a Second B.S. in Math?

  • Skribb
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Schools Biomedical Engineering Graduate School

  • fermatsenigma
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Not too Sure in my Comp. Engin. Tech. Program Choice.

  • LadyKnuckles
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Studying Studying Abroad at Arizona State

  • mrausum
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Is it too late for me to pursue a career in engineering and science?

  • note360
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Ways/Ideas for an Undergrad to be a Better Physicist?

  • MissSilvy
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Advise me how to learn Third year quantum Mechanics

  • mrausum
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Courses Specialized mathematics courses a physicist should take?

  • bjnartowt
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What Are the Pre-requisites for Learning Analysis?

  • iamthegelo
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Why am i a mathematician? [quick story]

  • n!kofeyn
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Real analysis before set theory?

  • jmnance
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Courses Course Selection: Algebra or Analysis?

  • qspeechc
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How can I improve my chances for a medical physics program?

  • Elante
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Is Studying Abroad in Ireland the Right Choice for Your College Experience?

  • tasman2010
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What are the most lucrative college degrees for engineers?

  • SW VandeCarr
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Get Applied Math BS in addition to Physics? (Goal=Medical Physics)

  • mfolkerts
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Research: Applied vs. Fundamental

  • DanielFaraday
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Schools Preparing for University Physics: Worth it?

  • ColonelJ
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How many times has a prof's work been cited?

  • bjnartowt
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Engineering with Computer Specialty

  • llauren84
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PhD in Physics or Astronomy: Which is Better for Industry Careers?

  • planethunter
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Spanish vs German - Which Foreign Language?

  • Mzachman
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Schools What are the differences between community colleges and universities in the US?

  • lubuntu
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Schools Internship = research for nuclear engineering grad school?

  • Flat
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How Does Physics Influence Biophysics and Neurobiology?

  • kldickson
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Schools Does Starting at a Community College Affect Your Chances at a Top University?

  • thrill3rnit3
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Grad School Admission Advice for Low GPA MATH Major, UIUC Student

  • hsong9
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Guidance Needed: High School Student Torn Between Parents & Career Path

  • thrill3rnit3
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What are the top Quality-of-Life careers in the future?

  • avant-garde
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Engineering Physics or Just Physics

  • wrongusername
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Good Physics Documentaries - Find Out What to Watch Now!

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Most effective way to study physics

  • yitriana
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Submitting to Physics Publications: Pros & Cons

  • seasnake
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Should I Pursue Engineering or Math Given Financial and Time Constraints?

  • sapphei
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What can I expect from second year physics courses?

  • jefswat
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Programs Will doing an Engineering degree cut me off from the physics world?

  • rabbitweed
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Schedule/Class Advice for an Indecisive Sophomore?

  • MissSilvy
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How can I pursue a career in theoretical physics as a young student?

  • Bzpro666
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Civil Engineering or Astrophysics it's decision time.

  • elementG
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Artificial intelligence : where to begin

  • !kx!
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Courses Is this course load manageable for a first-year university student?

  • JG89
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GRE Scores: Q: 700 V: 720 - Will My GPA & Research Help?

  • Someone1987
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Programs Major GPA vs Total GPA: Grad School Considerations

  • DukeofDuke
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Admissions Graduate admission advice needed

  • fadhmir_27
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What can I do if my published papers were rejected without being reviewed?

  • saray1360
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Schools Is there a big difference between these universities?

  • gholamghar
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Ideas on Quantum Theory Curriculum

  • romistrub
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Highest income to working-hour ratio

  • avant-garde
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Should I Finish My Degree or Switch Majors to Pursue Mathematics?

  • damit
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QM to QED: How Far Should I Self Study?

  • maverick_starstrider
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Undergrad Research: What Does It Mean & Does It Matter?

  • pjfoster
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Preparing for Jackson Electrodynamics

  • mordechai9
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Physics Education in the UK: Guidance for an Iranian Teenager

  • plata
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Letter of recommendatio-current prof.

  • jaska22
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Validity for australian advanced level in UK

  • Bradwast88
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Programs 27year old math major going into physics

  • planethunter
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Programs [Undergrad Math Major Advice] What should be my next step?

  • PieceOfPi
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Programs Phd in Theoreticle Physics and Astrophysics

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