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Browse and request academic advising for all sciences, math and engineering. Topics include school selection, GRE tests, degree information, funding and more. Find the help you need here to navigate and succeed.

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Should I switch from Stewart's calculus to Apostol or Spivak?

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Schools Schools for Robotics/ AI in a Math Dept.

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Studying What to do when not feeling like studying?

  • pivoxa15
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Good introductory e-book on Lagrangian mechanics

  • pardesi
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Programs Physics degrees taught in english in europe?

  • aeroboyo
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Schools Physics graduate school in the UK or Canada

  • tiyusufaly
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Which math and science classes should I take in high school and college?

  • stoorssarg
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Programs What are the different options for a Mathematics degree at MIT?

  • Cod
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Can someone give me a glimpse of the math

  • Oomair
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Aerospace / aeronautical engineering

  • Mr_Bojingles
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Schools Pursuing a Masters in Aerospace Eng with an EE Background?

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Summer interns/REU's for internatinal students

  • shantan007
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Calc II and difficulty of sequences and series

  • Winzer
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What are some interesting conferences for graduate students in various fields?

  • neurocomp2003
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What are my options if I don't get into an MSc physics program?

  • bearhug8703
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Programs PhD quantum mechanics course scheduling conflicts

  • K.J.Healey
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What happens to expensive equipment from failed research projects?

  • ice109
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Programs Theoretical mathmatics for physics phd

  • strings235
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What are actuarial exams like beyond exam 4?

  • Mag|cK
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Schools Find Best Undergraduate Math Schools for Low Income Students

  • mongoose
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Is math research a waste of time?

  • anonymous188
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Career change to physics with existing degrees at 41

  • bikeaddict
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How does one decide on a journal?

  • Sojourner01
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Admissions How many physics courses should I complete for applying for REU?

  • Benzoate
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Required Mathematics for Theoretical Particle Physics

  • K.J.Healey
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How do you study during the day?

  • DefaultName
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Can You Succeed in Abstract Algebra Without Taking Calculus 3?

  • tronter
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What topics does the International Mathematical Olympiad cover?

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Programs How to get degree equivalent knowledge without school:

  • CM_wrath
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Programs Do physics grades improve from first to second year?

  • Benzoate
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How does the financial aid system work?

  • apples
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Is Honors in the Major a Good Idea for Boosting Grad School Chances?

  • ice109
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Studying How can i obtain the instructor's solutions manual to textbooks?

  • pakmingki
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Need information about pursuing Ph.D in USA

  • shantan007
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Programs What is the syllabus for a B.Sc. (Hons) Physics program in the US?

  • Sourabh N
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Admissions What to wear when applying or going for an interview?

  • JasonRox
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Trying to read my way through math & physics

  • alenglander
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How do Texas Lutheran and West Texas A&M compare for undergraduate math?

  • sutupidmath
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Should I take Photonics II or focus on Fields and Geometry III?

  • bartieshaw
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Do recruiters care if an engineering degree is from a diploma mill?

  • waht
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Electro-mechanical technician training

  • physicsgal
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Should I Take Mechanics Without the Advisory Pre-Reqs?

  • NathanExplosion
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How Do Colleges Know Your Senior Year AP Results?

  • drosser
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Should I Take Graduate Level Quantum Mechanics as an Undergraduate?

  • tim_lou
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Schools High School Physics organizations

  • spizma
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How many hours do teachers work per week?

  • mattmns
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How much math should a theoretical physicist really learn?

  • loonychune
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Study Quantum Mechanical Scattering Before Autumn

  • malawi_glenn
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Total gpa is found by finding the average of each year's grade

  • apples
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Earnings of physicsist, and best places for research

  • REOL
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Have you ever embarassed yourself academically

  • rookandpawn
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Schools Physics and maths programs at McGill University

  • Oiler
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Studying Hello I am thirteen and self studying real analysis

  • bit188
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Fields in (Theoritical) high-energy physics

  • PhysiSmo
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Courses Choosing Institute: A or B for Course?

  • i.mehrzad
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Considering mechanical engineering

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Programs Which PhD? (experimental physics)

  • ApeXaviour
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Where can I access scientific journals?

  • Pakbabydoll
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What Should I Study at Harvard to Boost My Med School Application?

  • pharaoh
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Are Class Notes More Effective Than Textbooks for Learning?

  • kant
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Sophomore Year Internships: What to Do?

  • DefaultName
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Study abroad, where should i go?

  • Repetit
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Admissions Admission to Computer Engineering denied, pls advice

  • lgmihailescu
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Aeronautics vs ECE for space research career at NASA or ISRO

  • benzun_1999
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Choosing a complementary studies option for first-year engineering

  • dontdisturbmycircles
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Courses What can I expect from 3rd year engineering courses?

  • suspenc3
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Physics grad school admissions with 3.6 GPA, no REU, and GRE prep

  • Diffraction
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Programs GPA of Upper Division & Lower Division courses and M.S degree

  • Leo S
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Schools Is it possible for me to graduate college with 0 debt?

  • pakmingki
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Schools Should I study maths or physics at university, or a combined degree?

  • joshd
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Programs Double Majoring in Physics and Mathematics

  • Substance D
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Does it Matter which Journal you Publish in?

  • dimensionless
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Undergraduate Research Journals?

  • eep
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So, i've always had an interest in law

  • pakmingki
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Deciding My Senior Year: Math or Physics for a Mathematical Physicist

  • math_owen
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Does the EFC get added on top of the financial aid package?

  • waht
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Programs What can I do with a physics major?

  • tpribb01
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How would you fix the US education system as President?

  • Pengwuino
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Math skills needed for chemistry and recommended beginner textbooks

  • stochastic
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Finished 3rd year Bio, going into 4th

  • anisotropic
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Studying Studying a lot, not getting enough sleep

  • ice109
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Is it necessary to be precocious?

  • TheUnbeliever
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Is James Stewart's Calculus Text Worth the Investment?

  • Oomair
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What drives you towards academic success?

  • pakmingki
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Programs Choosing a major physics versus EE

  • maverick280857
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Is Recycling Your Own Paper Plagiarism?

  • MikeHK
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Schools How Important Are Recommendations for Math PhD Applications?

  • InbredDummy
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AP Computer Science A VS. Chemistry Honors

  • AznBoi
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Can You Self-Teach Calculus I?

  • Cod
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How to write papers on profound topics

  • pakmingki
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How many hours a day do you devote?

  • ice109
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Scholarship for pdD foreign student = ?

  • Fizik
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Should I do a fast-track masters in physics?

  • Aresius
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Is Memorizing Equations the Best Way to Succeed in Physics?

  • fresnelspot
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