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Program to bring together gifted science students and mentors?
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How to Help a Truant: Understanding and Supporting a Troubled Student
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I lost all faith in my education (mentally)
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Graduate/Professional Help for a BS in physics
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Become a Theoretical Physicist in India: Get Started Now
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Schools Grad School Language Requirements: Fact or Fiction?
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Programs Graduate Degrees: PhD in Chemistry vs MBA?
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How Can I Choose an Achievable Thesis Topic in Physics and Math?
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Schools Extracurricular activities in university
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Which to accept, oxford or cambridge?
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New to mathamatics and physics?any help?
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Programs With a physics degree only go to a uni where you will be inspired
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Is it possible to be a physicist for mechanic and electronic Engineers?
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Time to choose upper level elective
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What tech electives do you think I should take this fall?
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Programs Does the Reputation of the University Matter for a PhD?
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Start Nanophysics: Engineering Guide for Beginners
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Research Physics: Interesting Mechanics Questions
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Is an MIT Education Worth $25,000 in Loans Over Ohio University?
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Programs What can you do with a physics degree
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Searching for Professional Organizations for Electrical Engineers
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Schools Internships during college or after college?
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Schools UK University Choice: Manchester vs Warwick
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School Application Deadlines: Importance and Impact on Admissions
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Does Retaking Courses to Boost Your GPA Pay Off in the Long Run?
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Schools Colleges that offer degrees in nuclear and particle physics
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Mixing physics and engineering?
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Schools Question on relationship between undergrad school and gradaute school in the UK
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Which UK Universities Offer the Best Physics Programs with a Focus on Research?
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Which classes should I enroll in?
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Finding a Research Position in Pure Math: Tips and Strategies
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A question for Graduate students (in any subject)
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Schools Is the University of San Diego a Top Choice for Business and Physics Majors?
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Is STPM Equivalent to A-Level?
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Courses How does US maths and physics courses compare with british A-level?
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How Can Beginners Effectively Explore Maths and Physics?
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Schools What Should I Include in My Grad School Personal Statement?
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Where to Find Research Opportunities - Haxx0rm4ster
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Lacking Motivation in Pursuing Physics: My Personal Dilemma
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Advice for a physics graduate seeking employment please
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Would a 3.6ish GPA average (maybe it will be higher when i end 12th
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I've been offered to take Calculus
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Programs What Careers Do Physics Majors Pursue Beyond Academia?
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What Are the Best Universities in Australia for Aspiring Physics Researchers?
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Need Help to Improve Test Grades
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Math Classes to Prepare for Calc 1: What Should I Take?
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Annie's Struggle in Astronomy Class: A Freshman's Plea for Help
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About writing and publishing a paper
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Schools Work experience for physics students at college
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Is Going to College in New York a Good Idea for a Country Girl?
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Physics for Newbies: Getting Started with Force, Work, PE, KE, Power
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Understanding GPA Grading Systems for Graduate School Admissions
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Unlocking Knowledge: The Value of Attending Eminent Speakers' Lectures"
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Programs What Career Paths Can You Pursue with a B.S. in Physics?
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Is Accredited Distance Learning a Viable Option for High School Students?
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Programs Beat Burnout: Physics Major Struggling in Last Year
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Schools Undergrad GPA important for Grad school?
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I guess I get it, but I don't score well
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What Are Practical Career Paths for Physics Majors Disenchanted with Academia?
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