STEM Academic Advising Forum

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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Where Can I Find Tips for Studying Science?

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Schools Which Undergrad College Would You Choose for Engineering and Why?

  • PRodQuanta
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Help! Dealing with Cheating Accusations in Circuit's Lab

  • kdinser
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Schools How do you tell which schools are well-regarded in particular subfields?

  • phun
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Unlocking Knowledge: The Value of Attending Eminent Speakers' Lectures"

  • heman
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Schools What Do Grad Schools Expect for Computational Physics and Nanotechnology?

  • cscott
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How Stressful Can Exam Day Get for a Student?

  • Pengwuino
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Why do doctors and lawyers make more money than physicists?

  • Line
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Testing Should I rewrite my math diploma exam?

  • Atomos
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What the heck does a mathmatician do?

  • Nothing000
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Programs What Career Paths Can You Pursue with a B.S. in Physics?

  • Line
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Is Accredited Distance Learning a Viable Option for High School Students?

  • Pseudo Statistic
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How Much Practice Is Sufficient for an EE Major?

  • KCL
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Programs Beat Burnout: Physics Major Struggling in Last Year

  • Gza
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Monthly Earnings for Teaching Assistants

  • Drimar
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Schools Undergrad GPA important for Grad school?

  • pivoxa15
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I guess I get it, but I don't score well

  • ovoleg
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Navigating a Physics/Biology Crossroad: A University Student's Dilemma

  • pivoxa15
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Is FSU's Online BS in Computer Science a Good Choice for Transfer Students?

  • Zandorian
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How Can a Lazy Student Get Motivated to Self-Educate in Physics?

  • Zandorian
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What Are the Advantages of Earning a Master's Degree in Applied Physics?

  • Poop-Loops
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How can I improve my ability to ask good questions in class?

  • Gale
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Where to Begin with Chemistry and Physics in Grade 11?

  • wScott
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Conquering Exam Anxiety: Tips for Optimal Performance

  • laminatedevildoll
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How Can I Bridge the Educational Gap for Studying QCD in France?

  • ziad1985
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Phone Interview: Got an Email from Cummins - Now What?

  • Physics_wiz
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A Little Guidance: Deciding on a Science Major and Career Path

  • scorpa
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US and Japan education differences

  • Rotan72
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Schools Prestigious schools vs where i go

  • Pengwuino
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Concentration problems (I guess )

  • tomkeus
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Will Working for the Government Secure Your Future?

  • Rotan72
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Falling in Love with Physics: Is It Possible?

  • parsifal
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Is Moving from the UK to the US for School and Work a Good Idea?

  • Rotan72
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Self-learned physicist or pipe dream?

  • Mr. Tambourine Man
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Schools Retaking Classes at the college level

  • Jeremy
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Mastering Physics online homework system

  • Beeza
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What Are Some Research Questions for an IB Physics Essay on Waves?

  • jenny tales
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Discover the Power of Maths in Various Professions: Tips and Advice

  • leon1127
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Courses Are A-Level Courses Exclusive to Non-US Educational Systems?

  • Nucleonics
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Help going back to school for Physics

  • Aridea
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Modern Algebra: Practical Applications in Real Life

  • erraticimpulse
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Schools Can I still pursue a graduate degree in nanoengineering with a B average?

  • ignatius
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Schools UK Cell Biology Schools Ranked 5th-12th

  • Bimbar
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Pharmacist Duties: Roles, Jobs & Vaccine Development

  • Leon W Zhang
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Leaving Physics PhD: Overwhelmed, Low Grades, No Time to Study

  • Student_at_CUNY
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Julie Payette - Chief Astronaut for Canadian Space Agency

  • Astronuc
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Schools Preparing for Graduate School: Tips and Advice for Undergraduates

  • JasonRox
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In need of guidance from people with more physics experience

  • shogunultra
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Online Lectures: iTunes U Release Status

  • leon1127
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How Should I Write My Paragraph for an Undergrad Research Placement?

  • fasterthanjoao
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Schools Applying to grad school for theoretical physics

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Is it worth it to stay another year for BS/MS?

  • JasonJo
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Exploring Beam Physics & Technology Degrees for ME Students

  • SigurRos
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Challenging Yourself to Answer Questions: How Often Should You Do It?

  • JasonRox
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Programs Double major in computer and electrical engineering

  • sweetvirgogirl
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How Do I Navigate Workplace Dynamics as a New Employee?

  • dumbobie
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Courses Pls Help me select a good course and a carrer

  • benzun_1999
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College Students and the Facebook: A Growing Trend

  • dduardo
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Suicidal/depressed for more than a year

  • sweetvirgogirl
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Programs What to do with a Physics Degree

  • Line
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Programs What Career Opportunities Are Available for Physics Majors?

  • elixirnova
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Electrical Engineers vs Computer Engineers

  • Nothing000
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Combining Business Management and Engineering with ERB Degree

  • Line
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How Should One Structure a Personal Statement for an REU Application?

  • leright
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Finding the Right Hydrology Book for Civil Engineering Students

  • Pyrrhus
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UMass vs. Ivy League: Bachelor's Degree Comparison

  • 0rthodontist
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What career options are available with an MPhys in nuclear astrophysics?

  • QueenFisher
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Programs Seeking physics advice for a math major

  • benorin
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Organization, filing systems, archiving and retrieving information

  • subodei
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Is Pursuing a Second Master's Degree in the Same Field Worthwhile?

  • leon1127
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Need Help with Electrical Engineering Courses? Get Expert Advice Here!

  • Ishu
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A Student's Guide to Stephen Hawking's "A Brief History of Time

  • Jeff Ford
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I'm not sure if i should post it on the forums but

  • sweetvirgogirl
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Good Study Habits for Memorizing & Applying Formulas

  • TailTactics
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Can a Bachelor's Degree in Physics lead to a career in Medical Physics?

  • buckWILD
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Schools Thought about graduate school and

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At what age did you start college?

  • ranger
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Programs Engineering major and Nanotechnology

  • Leon W Zhang
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What do you think about this statement I made up?

  • QuantumTheory
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I didn't learn things in Calc 1 that is needed in Calc 2

  • Nothing000
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IC Companies Hiring Physicists: Research or Practical?

  • cscott
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Schools Which US University Should I Choose for a PhD in Physics?

  • BioBen
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What Are You Studying This Spring?

  • rachmaninoff
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ODEs: Should I Take a 2nd Semester?

  • Tony11235
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Should I take biology from this teacher?

  • Math Is Hard
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Physics Graduates and Job Employment

  • JohnSimpson
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Schools Should I take College Algebra and then Trig or just skip it and take Precalc?

  • Genecks
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Will Switching Schools During My Ph.D. Hurt My CV?

  • Norman
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Transferring to UM - Ann Arbor EECS

  • leright
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Exploring the Future of Astrophysics and Nuclear Physics Careers

  • Azael
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Maths & Physics: What Career Paths Are Available for Teens?

  • Rupal
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What Classes Should I Take to Boost My Chances of Working at Intel?

  • Nothing000
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Questions for Pre-Med Student at University of Pittsburgh

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