STEM Academic Advising Forum

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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Strategies for managing school-related stress

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Courses Advice on physics course selection

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Top MSc Physics Programs in UK for Condensed Matter: Oxford vs. Durham?

  • radhikak
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Will Engineering ever be profitable again?

  • avant-garde
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Diff B.Sc. vs B.S. Hons: Which is Better?

  • Mubeen A
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Schools Is It Fair to Weigh GPAs Equally for AP and Honors Classes?

  • Wellesley
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Mechanical engineering then physics PhD vs physics degree straight through

  • Je m'appelle
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Research After Undergrad Graduation?

  • mhockey14221
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Schools Which Engineering Schools Match My GPA and Interests?

  • aiwencheung
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Graduate Programs in Applied Math

  • xxthecrowxx
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Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics Grad Programs

  • Moonshine
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Struggling with Thermal Physics? Any Suggestions?

  • Winzer
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Choosing between MIT and Michigan with $20k yearly cost difference

  • drownythebear
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Theoretical particle physics research - simulations and theory

  • Bobhawke
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What criteria are required for publishing a math paper?

  • elfboy
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Research jobs for math and engineering PhDs outside industry

  • cypherscouter
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As demand goes UP for engineers

  • avant-garde
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Schools Studying Physics at Concordia University

  • Mozart
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Publication of Papers, Questions

  • T.O.E Dream
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Highest paid jobs in physics and related fields

  • T.O.E Dream
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How Can I Overcome Struggles with Electrodynamics in College?

  • twotaileddemon
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Schools Finding a graduate school in physics/what research fields can I go into?

  • inko1nsiderat
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Can a Teenage Pacifist Pursue Quantum Physics and Afford College?

  • i8pieyay
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Need some guidance on self teaching. From the beginning

  • KelCatrell
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Branches in math do you really need for all types of physics

  • T.O.E Dream
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How Can I Best Prepare for Differential Equations?

  • theomicron
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Paper due on Deregulation in Airlines

  • Lord Hades
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Which Engineering Specialty is Right for Me?

  • hadroneater
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Admissions Possible admissions discrimination?

  • freechus9
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Questions about Problem Solving and Original Ideas

  • MathGangsta
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Programs Beginning Physics Major, what could I stuyd/do over the summer?

  • MissSilvy
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Women scientists and their contributions to research

  • Astronuc
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Applications of Complex Analysis in Quantum Physics?

  • Tacos
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What are some recommended readings for precalculus and lower level calculus?

  • Poisonous
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Schools MS Courses in the U.S for British Students - Good Universities

  • Kali_89
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Mathematical methods for physics.

  • sphyics
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Learning electrodynamics from Griffiths chapter 8

  • windsupernova
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Studying Mechanics and E&M textbooks for stepping stones to quantum field theory

  • George Jones
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Schools What marks do you need to become a High School Teacher?

  • future_phd
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Waiting on Physics Internship Applications: Any Updates?

  • pjfoster
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Programs Math Minor for Engineer: Choose 4 Courses for Best Results

  • bubbles
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

  • Wellesley
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How important is making money in your career goals?

  • elfboy
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Schools Recommended College Math Courses

  • vivalavida
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How to prepare for and study pure math?

  • PieceOfPi
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Can an Engineering Physics Degree Enhance a Career in Computer Science?

  • Overkill777
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Accepted in 3 Uni's. Which to choose?

  • MarsVolta
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What's more important for engineering; physics or math(s)?

  • mr-tom
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Is it possible to self study deep physics?

  • Liger20
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What's your Graduate Student Lounge like?

  • SonOfOle
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How much energy is required to complete a book of 600 pages?

  • Qubix
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Courses What applied math courses should i take?

  • creepypasta13
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Courses Suggested Math and Physics Courses for Plasma physics/Fusion Engineering?

  • Flat
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What kind of work does an astrophysicist do?

  • TheShapeOfTime
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What are the top three math journals for an undergrad?

  • Geekchick
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Transferring to UC Berkeley: BA vs BS in Physics/Astrophysics

  • renob
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SUNY Albany PhD in Nanoscience: Do I Have a Chance?

  • daveyman
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Schools What to take at college to be an engineer?

  • Apachee
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Getting an REU: Steps to Take Now for Next Year

  • lubuntu
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Schools Ways to improve my chances to get into grad school?

  • Krique
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Uninterested in my research how do I handle it?

  • Physics_UG
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Programs How difficult is it to change research area after a physics PhD?

  • Bobhawke
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Schools Canadian Universities for Theoretical Physics?

  • The Lorax
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Schools Need some guidance as I'm the first of my ancestors to go to college

  • amd123
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Studying Recommended books for self-studying AP Physics C mechanics and electromagnetism

  • elwenn
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Do I need mechanics background to self-study introductory E&M?

  • lubuntu
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How Can You Build a Flying Shoebox for a Physics Project?

  • Clutch
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Choosing Between Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

  • Brilliant!
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Achieving Astrophysicist Dreams - A First-Gen College Student's Story

  • Turkagent
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Courses Theoretical Physics MSc courses

  • Orbb
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Programs Will a mechanical engineering degree help with freelance programming work?

  • Bigman
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Computer engineering + quantum mechanics = ?

  • bbm4n
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Rant of a Disappointed Undergrad Physics Student

  • lubuntu
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The Growing industries of the future .

  • avant-garde
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Can You Transition from Arts to a Science Degree in the USA?

  • scienterrific
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Undergrad research: When to start?

  • DarrenM
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When did physics and astronomy get interesting?

  • lubuntu
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Why choose B.Tech. over B.Sc. for physics research at IITs

  • Lakshya
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Programs Do Oxford physics interviews determine admission or is it paper-based?

  • h0dgey84bc
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Can Self-Study and Experiments Land You Admission to Caltech?

  • FrankWagner
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Is USC a reputable graduate school for HEP Theory?

  • h0dgey84bc
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Schools Best Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Schools

  • Wellesley
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How can I combine my love for physics with a career in renewable energy?

  • maxBrunsfeld
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Schools How does undergrad school effect my chance of getting into grad school

  • Geekchick
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Do medical school applicant numbers include all who meet requirements?

  • fedaykin
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Some question on undergrad research

  • marmot
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Changing Field of Study: Naval Architecture to Thermo Fluids

  • farhad_mech
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Navigating High School for a Medical Career: Calculus, Time Management & More

  • StupidGenius
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Programs Which one of my majors should i drop?

  • creepypasta13
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Schools How important is taking extra math classes to get into physics grad school?

  • xbomber88
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Are Engineering Math Courses Extremely Intensive?

  • Scuzzle
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Schools Lawrence Berkeley Labs internship vs. U Chicago REU for summer

  • lilleybc
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Programs Control theory useful for a physics major?

  • theFencer
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