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Programs US physics PhD applications as an international student from Australia

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What specific field of physics to study

  • leftyguitarjo
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Textbook recommendations for measure and integration theory

  • Nusc
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Is Medical Physics Really Boring for Grad School Applicants?

  • squanto_huge
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What is space physics?

  • SuperStringboy
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Studying Recommendation of textbook for self-study of thermodynamics

  • ehrenfest
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Schools Are you suppose to learn something in high school

  • algebra2
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Seeking Job #2 Decision: How to Follow Up?

  • DefaultName
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Work experience in Physics/Astronomy

  • twinsen
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Programs Double major in computer science and math?

  • bubbles
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Courses Taking two math courses in the summer

  • octahedron
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Programs I am worried about failing a class, should I change my major?

  • colin.mcenroe
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Programs Professional Science Master Degrees

  • jyanes
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Schools How are physics programs in Pa universities?

  • glennpagano44
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Testing AP Calculus AB Exam: Advice Needed

  • stakehoagy
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Schools College Transfers: US College Transfer for GGSIP Univ Delhi

  • chaoseverlasting
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Courses Are 20-hour assignments normal for graduate quantum mechanics?

  • CPL.Luke
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Schools What is involved in Canadian high school Calculus classes?

  • thinkies
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Programs Can Self-Study Bridge the Gaps for Aspiring Math Majors?

  • rocomath
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How can I overcome the frustration of missing a homework deadline?

  • sinClair
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Schools High School student wanting to learn more

  • flebbyman
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Finding physics or STEM work in tropical countries from Canada

  • NeoDevin
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Colin's Story: Changing Majors and Struggling to Succeed

  • colin.mcenroe
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Student Aiming for a Career in Science and Medicine

  • nacho-man
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Frustrated Student Decides to Quit Physics Degree

  • latitude
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Programs Physics Degree and Military Service

  • Moneer81
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Fighting a professor's decision?

  • ice109
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Learning outside of the classroom

  • bigaggie
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Physics vs Computer Engineering Job Market: Which is Best?

  • bassplayer142
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How to stop avoiding chemistry math problems and improve problem solving

  • john16O
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Undecided between Pure and Applied track

  • Pascal's Pal
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Schools Should I Join the Peace Corps Before Grad School?

  • Winzer
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Programs Molecular Biology or Biotechnology? [Undergraduate Degree]

  • BioCore
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Which is better for deep understanding of calculus: Spivak's or Apostol's book?

  • torquerotates
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Schools How would you rank these graduate schools?

  • hanson
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Did anyone go onto to med school from a science/engineering background?

  • Ian_Brooks
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Medium vs hard problems for learning math and physics faster

  • Howers
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How is Brown for graduate work in math?

  • ab77
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Programs Can a Double Major in Physics and Mathematics Lead to Career Opportunities?

  • astro_kat
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My class is having a debate and I

  • ChiiCeres
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Schools Should I worry about lacking math before choosing physics or programming as a major?

  • Somebody502
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Engineers in the field of Astronomy and Astrophysics

  • makethings
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Admissions When Should I start applying for full time positions?

  • mr_coffee
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Does a Secret clearance stay active if you leave a contractor job?

  • user101
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Studying How can I improve my studying habits at home?

  • user101
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Computer Science + Math: Double Major, Pure vs Applied Math?

  • sam432
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Programs Do double majors in aero eng and physics match a single graduate degree?

  • abdul rehman
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Schools Pure Mathematics Phd from Ivy League University, Need Advice

  • yanoz
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For nanoelectronics,which branch in engineering undergraduate helpful

  • hedayat
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Programs Advice for an undergraduate physics major.

  • vladittude0583
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I'm planning on doing some type of exchange program in Russia.

  • CPL.Luke
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Testing Where to find AIPMT prep notes, papers and e-books

  • pink_ele
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Programs Neuroscience and Biology Majors for Undergraduates

  • MikeRV
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CSU Chico Reputation: Is the Engineering Department Any Good

  • sulymani
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Is it Possible to Balance School and Parenting as a 23-Year-Old Working Mom?

  • bluenotebooks
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Participating in the Putnam competition within 2 year

  • sutupidmath
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Which Journal for My Magnetohydrodynamics Research?

  • da_willem
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Struggling with second physics course despite studying hard

  • bubbles
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Creating an Impactful Resume with Limited Experience

  • sulymani
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Programs Switching majors from Nuclear Engineering to Physics

  • Monocles
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USC vs Georgetown for MS mathematics, aiming for MBA or finance

  • guevara47
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Schools Little Advice for a High Schooler?

  • Daniel Y.
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Summer research at home school versus REU programs for physics

  • iacephysics
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Programs Is a Minor in Polymer Worth Pursuing for a Chemical Engineering Student?

  • FaNgS
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Engineering or Engineering Management as a professional?

  • ank_gl
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Unleashing the Power of Learning: Physics Enthusiasts Unite!

  • string_s
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Courses Courses of Choice: Master in Nanotech at Keio University

  • Grieverheart
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Physics BSc student looking for physics related work over the summer

  • j-lee00
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Where can I find a solutions manual for Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics?

  • Bradracer18
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Start Learning Physics to U.K. Degree Programs

  • SomeT
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Schools Sophomore in High School Looking For Advice

  • ArtificialMan
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Worst instructional tool of all time

  • undrcvrbro
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Struggling with theoretical physics in my junior year

  • jaska22
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How do i know Im getting a quality education.

  • pierce
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Schools Seriously, what is grad school like?

  • JasonJo
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What to do when you like everything?

  • SticksandStones
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Just got interviewed by microsoft

  • mr_coffee
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Courses Reading Courses: Should You Take One for Your Transcript?

  • lion8172
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Programs Complex analysis as physics major

  • lion8172
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Should I get an engineering degree if it costs $5k/year?

  • yoleven
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Is it general true among math professors

  • Benzoate
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Anyone studying physics or astrophysics at Edinburgh next year?

  • Gazee
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Schools Will high school coursework prepare me for chemical engineering?

  • undrcvrbro
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Programs Going into finance after physics PhD

  • EL
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Switching from electronics engineering to physics PhD after BTech

  • pseudapler
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Schools Has anyone been to ASU's EE grad school recruitment day?

  • leright
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Should I Study Physics or Astrophysics?

  • Gazee
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Schools How many grad schools should I apply to?

  • Ben Niehoff
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How do I know if I want to go into research?

  • Shackleford
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Just finished the General GRE test

  • siddharth
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Conceptual Physics-Tenth Edition

  • Thunder John
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Last year - physics graduation what now?

  • diegzumillo
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Where can I apply for Texas Instruments internships for summer 08?

  • user101
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Is an MS in Applied Statistics Worth Pursuing? Personal Experiences and Opinions

  • AsianSensationK
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Schools Undergraduate physics program at University of Colorado Boulder

  • humo90
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Surviving on 2 hours of sleep with 20-minute naps every 4 hours

  • john16O
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Applied mathematics or Electrical Engineering?

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