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Programs Is Getting a Minor Worth It for Grad School?
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Schools What Are the Financial Costs of Attending Grad School?
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Is Applied Mathematics the Right Path for Me?
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What is the future outlook for jobs in medical physics?
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How can i be a clinical chemist?
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How do you know something is for you?
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Achieving a Future in Theoretical Physics: Advice from Experts
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Heart or brain - Split between 3 unrelated disciplines
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Do astrophysicists face the same massive competition
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Dilemma of a New Teacher: Should I Stay or Go?
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Dealing with a D- in Physics: Requirements and Graduation Concerns
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Courses QM or QFT: Which course should I take for grad school in physics?
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Admission Statistics for Graduate Studies at Columbia University's Institute
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In academic confusion: to study at home or not
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Senior Year Course Choices for Engineering: IB Film Studies?
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Studying Mastering Math: The Importance of Re-reading and Understanding
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Programs Math for Engineering Minors: Diff. Eq. + Difficulty?
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Programs Cambridge DAMTP PhD: Learn More About the Program & Postdoc Prospects
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Undergraduate Research: Avoiding "Cookie Cutter" Projects
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Courses Can I handle 5 math-driven courses in one semester?
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Maximizing My Transfer for Top Grad Schools: Consider These Factors
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Scientific Journals International - SJI
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A Query: On Math, Physics, Fear and Natural Aptitude
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Programs Searching for Interdisciplinary PhD Program on Logic
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Ivy Leaguers' Big Edge: Starting Pay
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Programs Is a grad degree via on-line and part-time possible?
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Questions regarding becoming an engineer
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Biomedical Engineering: The Truth About Underpaid Engineers
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Programs Does it matter how long it takes to finish your degree?
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Can I Get a MS in Physics with a BS in CompSci?
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Programs Is Double Majoring Worth It for Undergraduate Math and Statistics Students?
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Memorizing stuff and readers block
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Are Oral Communication Skills Vital for Success in Scientific Careers?
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Schools Is Taking Calc 3 Alongside General Chem and Physics Feasible?
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Programs Bioengineering, Biochemist, Molecular Biology & Nanotechnology: Majors & Jobs
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Should I get an MS in Computer Engineering after earning my BS in Physics?
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Outer Space Propulsion: Degrees for Nuclear Engineering
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Any Metallurgists/ Material Scientists out there?
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Funding Issue: Interpretation Troubles in Ph.D. Program
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Schools Undergrad Schools for Theoretical Physics, Engineering & Math
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Which University is Better for Studying Plasma Physics: Queen's or UCL?
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Undergraduate research in computer science
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What is a good programming language to learn for Mech E ?
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Power Systems/Nuclear Engineering
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Are these likely to bolster my standings?
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AP Chem or AP Comp Sci A for College Major?
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Need help so that I can help myself
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Volunteering opportunities within Physics
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Did i screw up getting a good letter of rec - bizarre story
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Statistical Thermo Grad Course: Advice on Math, Fuel Cell vs Solar?
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Life as a physics graduate student
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Astrophysics,Engineering,Computers and my huge problem
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How bad will not having taken Topology look?
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Schools Graduate School - DSP, Signal Processing
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Astronomy, quantum, or particle physics
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An englishman in New York (or California)
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Postgrad in USA: Masters, Finances & Maths
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Resume Ethics: Co-Op Work Full-Time + School Full-Time What to say?
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Schools Grad School from a State University
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Back To School: Balancing Work and Resuming My BS in Mechanical Engineering
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Schools Plasma Physics colleges in or around PA?
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Can a Test Pilot Transition to Aerospace Engineering at NASA?
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Discovering My Passion: Finding Happiness in College and Beyond
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Random Questions: Advice on Gift & Publications
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Schools Do I have A Chance of Getting Into Grad School?
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Is self-studying for a physics and mathematics degree a feasible option?
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Admissions Do I have to finish the BS degree before applying for a Masters?
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Schools How to Prepare for Grad School Application
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What Should I Study to Prepare for Theoretical Physics?
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How to get into medical physics with only a BS in physics
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Is Computational Finance a Good Career Choice?
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Other UK people soon to be starting uni?
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Where Can Biology Graduates Find Jobs?
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Improve Problem Solving Skills | Solutions & Resources
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Schools Can Low GPA Undergrads Get into Top Physics Grad Programs?
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What Should I Major In to Research New Sources of Energy?
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Schools How can I choose the best college for a physics major?
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Schools What Are My Chances of Getting Into Grad School for Astrophysics?
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Can i take all these math classes?
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Comparing Stewart's Calculus 6e & Essential Calculus - A Guide
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Is Physics or Applied Physics Better for Grad School in Astronomy/Astrophysics?
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Higher mathematics learning techniques
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I would love to get back at life (disappointed, confused, and a bit tired )
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Master Mathematical Techniques for Physics: PHYS 508 vs MATH 442
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Is Advanced Physics Really Built on Calculus and Higher Math?
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Economics and Foreign Language Advice
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Programs Most probable double major/minor
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Need to decide which branch to study by the end of the week ;)
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Is Age a Barrier for Graduate Studies and Scholarships?
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Preparing for Upper Division Math: Tips and Suggestions?
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Lately i've become really fed up with physics
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Testing GRE Physics Test Registration: When and How to Sign Up?
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Courses Help in taking an extra math course
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Programs Advice: Can I Major in Physics? (Questions and Concerns)
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How Fast Can You Read with Spreeder?
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Physicist's block ? Is it too late for me to pursue physics?
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Courses What to do about courses that can't be taken
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How Can Undergrad Research Help Me Enter a Top Grad School?
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Something like SPIRES for condensed matter?
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Please help me decide which class to take.
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