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Schools Can I Get Scholarships If I Skip Senior Year for College?
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Which University Is Best for Physics Undergrad: Harvard, Cambridge, or Oxford?
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Programs Should I pursue a Second PhD in Mathematics to further my research in Biology?
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Programs Double Degree Ph.D in Nanothechnology and Astronomy?
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Linear Algebra thats needed in QM?
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Finding the Right Calculator for University - Dan's Story
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Advancing My Physics Education for Quantum Gravity Research
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Testing How to recover from a poor SAT score
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Programs Navigating the Process: Applying to US PhD Programs as an International Student
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What specific field of physics to study
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Is Ergoff's Theorem Vital to Understanding Measure & Integration Theory?
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Is Medical Physics Really Boring for Grad School Applicants?
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What Is Space Physics and Why Is It Important?
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Studying Recommendation of textbook for self-study of thermodynamics
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Schools Are you suppose to learn something in high school
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Seeking Job #2 Decision: How to Follow Up?
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Work experience in Physics/Astronomy
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Programs Double major in computer science and math?
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Courses Taking two math courses in the summer
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Programs I am worried about failing a class, should I change my major?
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Programs Professional Science Master Degrees
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Schools How are physics programs in Pa universities?
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Testing AP Calculus AB Exam: Advice Needed
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Schools College Transfers: US College Transfer for GGSIP Univ Delhi
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Courses Grad Coursework Length: Is 20 Hours Normal?
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Schools What is involved in Canadian high school Calculus classes?
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Programs Can Self-Study Bridge the Gaps for Aspiring Math Majors?
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How can I overcome the frustration of missing a homework deadline?
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Schools High School student wanting to learn more
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Find Work in Tropical Countries from Canada | Physics/STEM
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Colin's Story: Changing Majors and Struggling to Succeed
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Student Aiming for a Career in Science and Medicine
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Frustrated Student Decides to Quit Physics Degree
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Programs Physics Degree and Military Service
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Fighting a professor's decision?
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Learning outside of the classroom
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Physics vs Computer Engineering Job Market: Which is Best?
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Improve Chemistry Problem Solving: Tips & Advice from Fellow Students
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Undecided between Pure and Applied track
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Schools Should I Join the Peace Corps Before Grad School?
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Programs Molecular Biology or Biotechnology? [Undergraduate Degree]
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Which is better for deep understanding of calculus: Spivak's or Apostol's book?
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Schools How would you rank these graduate schools?
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Did anyone go onto to med school from a science/engineering background?
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Homework strategies to improve problem solving skills
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How is Brown for graduate work in math?
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Programs Can a Double Major in Physics and Mathematics Lead to Career Opportunities?
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Schools Preparing for College: Choosing a Major and Overcoming Doubts at a Young Age
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Engineers in the field of Astronomy and Astrophysics
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Admissions When Should I start applying for full time positions?
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Understanding the Duration of a Secret Security Clearance for Interns
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Studying How can I improve my studying habits at home?
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Computer Science + Math: Double Major, Pure vs Applied Math?
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Programs Considering Double Majors in Aero Eng & Theoretical Physics
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Schools Pure Mathematics Phd from Ivy League University, Need Advice
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For nanoelectronics,which branch in engineering undergraduate helpful
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Programs Advice for an undergraduate physics major.
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I'm planning on doing some type of exchange program in Russia.
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Testing Prepare for AIPMT: Get Notes, Papers & Arihant E-Book
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Programs Neuroscience and Biology Majors for Undergraduates
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CSU Chico Reputation: Is the Engineering Department Any Good
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Need help with the specifics of an honors project
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Is it Possible to Balance School and Parenting as a 23-Year-Old Working Mom?
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Participating in the Putnam competition within 2 year
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Which Journal for My Magnetohydrodynamics Research?
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Overcoming Struggles in Physics: Tips for Success
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Creating an Impactful Resume with Limited Experience
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Programs Switching majors from Nuclear Engineering to Physics
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Comparing USC & Georgetown Math Graduate Programs
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Where should I go this summer? Help
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Programs Is a Minor in Polymer Worth Pursuing for a Chemical Engineering Student?
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Engineering or Engineering Management as a professional?
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Unleashing the Power of Learning: Physics Enthusiasts Unite!
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Study Abroad: Bachelors in Aeronautics & Masters/PhD in Theoretical Physics
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Courses Courses of Choice: Master in Nanotech at Keio University
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Physics BSc student looking for physics related work over the summer
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Where can I find a solutions manual for Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics?
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Start Learning Physics to U.K. Degree Programs
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Schools Sophomore in High School Looking For Advice
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Worst instructional tool of all time
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Undergrad Beginner Struggling with Physics Classes
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How do i know Im getting a quality education.
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Schools Seriously, what is grad school like?
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What to do when you like everything?
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Courses Reading Courses: Should You Take One for Your Transcript?
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How to Effectively Showcase Personality Traits on Waterloo Engineering's AIF?
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Programs Complex analysis as physics major
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Considering Engineering Degree: Pros, Cons, & Finances
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Is it general true among math professors
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Study Physics or Astrophysics at Edinburgh University | Join Us Next Year!
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Schools High school senior who needs help
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Programs Going into finance after physics PhD
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Navigating a Career Change: Seeking Guidance for a 22 Year Old
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Schools Has anyone been to ASU's EE grad school recruitment day?
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Should I Study Physics or Astrophysics?
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Schools How many grad schools should I apply to?
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How do I know if I want to go into research?
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