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Should I Transfer for Engineering?

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Schools What if a major isn't offered at a particular college?

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Really confused on the academics of physics

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The Impact of Part-Time Study on Grad School Admissions

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Studying Studying for Velocity & Speed Test - Tips & Problem-Solving

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Schools What is the student experience like at Carleton University in Ottawa?

  • Calcotron
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Mix of men and women in physics classes

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How Can I Get an A in Physics at Durham University?

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Switching from Chemistry to Physics for Graduate Studies: Is It Feasible?

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Programs Dropped out of a PhD? Reasons & Experiences

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Relearning University Physics I - Get Comprehensive Help

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Schools University math curriculum comparison: US v UK

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Should I Transfer from DeVry to Ohio State for a More Respected Degree?

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Programs Degree Needed for Medical Research

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Are there international REU equivalents for undergraduates?

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Help Me Choose a Major: Math and Physics Lover

  • dianli1990
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Programs Maximizing Your Chances for a Top Physics PhD Program with an MSEE

  • NotoriousNick
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I wnt to understand which is my interest

  • aman.yash
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Economy's Effect on Assisstantships

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Me out military service? or ph.d in local univ?

  • symaster
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Schools Find the Best College Physics Textbook for Physics 112 and Beyond

  • john16O
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Road to Robotics (Artificial Intelligence)

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Courses Feeling Overwhelmed with Course Load: Should I Drop a Class?

  • WarPhalange
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Admissions Applying for internships and REUs

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What do you do to remotivate yourself once you hit rockbottom

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Hardest part about the general GRE

  • torquerotates
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Noob topic, midterm this Tuesday.

  • dvandewille
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Working with Groups: How to Communicate Effectively

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Choosing a Phd Supervisor: Professor, Postdoc, or In-Between? Vote Now!

  • tgt
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What is the importance of the General GRE for grad school admissions?

  • tim_lou
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Ideas for 4-6 week research project

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Differential Equations Prerequisites

  • Inkcoder
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Are Honors Math Programs Worth Pursuing in College?

  • max111
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Programs Bachelor's degree background/Argentina

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Programs Importance of CS to the Mathematics/Physics Major.

  • PFStudent
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Is Discovery-Based Learning Effective in College Statistics Classes?

  • vinnie
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Questions About Economics: Math Involved, Micro vs Macro, Interesting?

  • latitude
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Need help choosing a research topic for Caltech? Let's collaborate!

  • lambda920
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Schools Which US Colleges Offer Affordable Physics Programs for International Students?

  • hurdungya
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Referesher on math for solid state

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Professors never replied to my emails

  • iacephysics
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Courses GPA in math and non-math courses

  • sutupidmath
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What do I take after Calculus II?

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Schools Is 3.0 gpa in eecs good enough for grad school?

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Schools Do I need a college degree to be considered?

  • ChesterBen
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Computer Science and Engineering

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Programs Classes to make math major more employable?

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Courses Should I Take Graduate Quantum Mechanics or Stick with Solid State Courses?

  • WarPhalange
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Worth taking higher level physics classes?

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Schools Math Background Problem in Physics (Grad School)

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Where do high-educated immigrants go?

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Programs Liberal arts physics major requires only 1 math class - should I be worried?

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How about the journal NUOVO CIMENTO?

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Are these General GRE scores decent?

  • WarPhalange
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Transferring from EET to EE - Is It Possible?

  • Jammin_James
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Take a year off to study for PGRE?

  • quasar_4
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Need help on choosing school for science career

  • lambda920
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The ever so dreaded Calculus II

  • undrcvrbro
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Oxford PhD: Mathematical or Theoretical Physics?

  • mhazelm
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Schools Georgetown College, a small liberal arts college in Kentucky

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How and do graduate students know a LOT?

  • tim_lou
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Testing A level Cambridge Exams this October

  • kushal18
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Can I Start Studying Physics While Learning Calculus?

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Programs Math & Finance Majors: Questions Answered

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Physics vs. Applied Physics Ph.D.?

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Prepare for Physics Olympiads with Advanced Texts - Expert Advice

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Schools University of Chicago: Is it Worth 50k/Yr? Admissions Requirements

  • Mathemaniac
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Programs Is There a PhD Program in Theoretical Brain Physics?

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How can physics majors help with problem solving in Physics 111?

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At a crossroads (drop out? chase a dream? time out?)

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Going Back to School: Advice for a Graduate Looking to Pursue Physics

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Bachelors in AE and Masters in CS

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Is a Master's Degree in Physics Worth It for Career Advancement?

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Research advice for undergraduate senior

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Help with Physics: Tips for Studying and Mastering Physics

  • Lance WIlliam
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Questions about IMEC's PhD Admissions for Non-EER Countries

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What Does It Take To Pursue a Major in Physics?

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Anyone else quickly forget material when the class is over?

  • bchandler
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Mathematics has ruined science for me

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What other fields can I branch into as a physics graduate student?

  • quasar_4
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Is This Course Load Too Much for a Spring Semester?

  • offtheleft
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Courses Bioinformatics (Which math and comp sci courses to take?)

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Math Backgrounds Undergrad Courses: What do You Think?

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Mathematician vs applied mathematician

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Schools Any suggestions for a University?

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Junior at molecular biology and genetics

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TA or RA-ship for theoretical physics

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I'm India, and I'd like to know if I pass USMLE, and study in the US.

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Frustrated Chemistry Student on Physics: Is it Normal?

  • gmunoz18
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Programs Dual degree (BEng/BSc) - most useful science major?

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Should I learn trig substitution on my own or wait until calculus 3?

  • vinnie
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Is Understanding More Important Than Test Results?

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Schools Average GPA of Grad School Admits?

  • tiyusufaly
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Schools What are some top liberal arts colleges for aspiring physics majors?

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