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Courses Should I self-study Calc III before taking the course?
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Taking stat mech before quantum?
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Schools Can Distance Learning Offer a Fresh Start for Struggling Students?
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Programs How many PhD's and post docs in usa
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Testing How big is the SAT Physics curve?
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Schools Grad School Help: Choosing Prof for Master's Degree
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Schools What are the best schools for Neurophysics/Comp. Neuroscience
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Programs Is Photonics a Good Field for Independent Research and Career Growth?
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How Important Are Programming and Chemistry for Engineering Students?
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Applied Math Major: Career Options & Minoring in Physics
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Programs Physics with a year in industry, then a phd?
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Job Market for Non-academic Research Mathematicians
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Full-Time or Part-Time Master's: Advice Needed
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I have the possibility of taking Calculus 1 and Discrete Math next semester.
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The 'hazing' that is Jackson: Is it necessary to understand EM?
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Studying Studying Math/Science With A Business/Software Development Background
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Programs Double major in physics and math
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Schools University of Toronto Physics Programs - Requirements & List
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Programs How important are highschool English classes for physics major?
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Physics at Waterloo or U of T: Which is the better choice?
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Programs Engineering Physics Major- Carrer Advice Needed
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Getting Started with Physics: Intro Resources for Beginners
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Venture capital/entrepreneurship type volunteering organizations?
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Programs Masters/PhD - Research in Organic Electronics / Solar Cells
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Earn Potential: Physics Research in US, UK, EU
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Math, physics, astrophysics school questions.
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Schools Nanyang Technological University
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Struggling with Math Problems in Apostol's Book - What Should I Do?
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Calc 3 vs. Differential Equations
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Learning Logic to Master Math Proofs
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Financial aid from US Unis for Masters
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I want to learn quantum physics but
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Are Master's Degrees in Applied Physics/Engineering Physics Competitive?
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Courses Oxford uni for a post-grad course?
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Courses Need advice on some math courses
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A-Level Student Seeking Advice on Maths/Physics Degree
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Employer Requirements for University Graduates: Grades, GPA and More
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Programs Where to Apply for Math PhD: Advice and Considerations
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Master of Medical Physics, need a help ?
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CS to Civil/Structural Engineering
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Disclosure agreement at Employers
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My confusion about the copyrights
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From India to UAH: Thoughts on Studying in Alabama
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Courses Need to freshen up on low level math courses
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Programs I want to build and design weapons, what to major in?
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Which Analysis Textbook to Start With? Dover Pubs Advice
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Switched from CompE to PhysE, want to go to EE. Help me
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Which university should I choose for a physics degree in the UK?
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Programs Is Biology an Ideal Fallback Major for Those with Average Mathematical Skills?
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American Scientist or Physics world
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Optimizing Study Time: A Second Year Student's Experience in Chemical Physics
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Understanding the Payment Structure for Math Professors in Academia
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Programs 1 Nursing associates degree online a good idea?
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Computer Science for Non-CS Graduates with a Science Degree
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Schools Are they ever going to open more reactor colleges?
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Prereq Recommendations for Munkres' "Analysis on Manifolds
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Tired of school: Any sense in continuing?
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Testing GRE Physics without Quantum Mechanics
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Where to Begin with Self-Studying Astrophysics?
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UK & US: From Biology to Physics
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Helping with research over the summer
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Can REUs Improve Your Chances of Getting Into Grad School?
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Schools REU vs. work at your own university
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How Does Community College Enhance Your Understanding of Physics?
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Hobbyist Optics: Resources & Chemistry Kits for DIY
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Schools What are the top ten undergrad schools for physics?
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Teaching yourself modern physics
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Programs New Here? Questions About Transferring & Math/Physics Books
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Switching from Physics to Engineering
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Cutting edge - conferences and papers
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Achieving Academic Success After High School Burnout
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BA Mathematics to Ph.D engineering?
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Summer REU for international students
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What Do Chemical Engineering Majors Need to Know About REU Programs?
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Teachers Salaries: Math & Physics BSc, Postgrad in UK, USA, Canada, Australia
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Biotechnology/Biochemistry study tips
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Gre Math Subject Test Advice Please
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What to do with a BS in biology?
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Math vs. Engineering - Jobs, Differences & Fun!
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How to go about teaching myself.
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How Should I Self-Study Math to Prepare for a Math Major?
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Studying What do Professors recommend for Full textbook study?
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Biology salaries - do you think they will spike at some point ?
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Programs Dedicated course on optics during my physics major
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Going to RIT this Fall: Dual Majoring MicroE & Physics?
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Understanding Student Aid: Confusion Over Income Limits and Funding for Couples
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Maximizing Your Worth: Navigating Underpayment in the Workplace
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Unethical Requests: How to Get Out Gracefully
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When to decide experimental/theoretical physics
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Need tips for a research assistantship resume
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Schools Using AP Tests to skip classes in college for your major
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Intermediate Mechanics: Advice for Achieving Success
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Programs MAsters vs. PhD physics program
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What do you think about this Idea
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How do universities in India rank an Engineering Physics course?
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Schools How helpful is honors in math grad school admissions?
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Research Opportunities in Solid State: 50/50 Physics & Electronics
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Schools Req: List of (Cheap?) Universities in England
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Foreigner want to apply for a master (Physics) in Canada or France
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Programs What are my chances at getting accepted to a PhD program in Astrophysics?
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