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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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Schools What Colleges Can I Get Into with My Grades and Test Scores?

Jan 30, 2005 · Replies 10 · Feb 2, 2005

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Schools Do My Grades and Activities Make Me a Strong Candidate for Top Universities?

Jan 31, 2005 · Replies 13 · Feb 1, 2005

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Job opportunities for an Astrophysics?

Jan 16, 2005 · Replies 21 · Feb 1, 2005

Replies: 21

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Top Grades for MIT - What Do They Mean?

Jan 30, 2005 · Replies 4 · Feb 1, 2005

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Is vocational education the key to motivating students towards success?

Jan 24, 2005 · Replies 11 · Jan 31, 2005

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Was Einstein a Boring Lecturer?

Jan 31, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 31, 2005

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Can a Math Major Become a Successful University Professor?

Jan 22, 2005 · Replies 23 · Jan 31, 2005

Replies: 23

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Is Education Too Focused on Math and Science?

Jan 27, 2005 · Replies 23 · Jan 31, 2005

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Requirements for making it to MIT

Jan 28, 2005 · Replies 9 · Jan 30, 2005

Replies: 9

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Studying Study Tips: Ace Your Exams & Keep Good Notes

Jan 29, 2005 · Replies 7 · Jan 30, 2005

Replies: 7

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What is the education level of Philosophy Forum Members?

Dec 10, 2004 · Replies 25 · Jan 30, 2005

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Sleep Patterns of Physics/Engineering Students

Jan 28, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 29, 2005

Replies: 6

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Senior Year HS Schedule: Classes for College & Art

Jan 28, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 28, 2005

Replies: 6

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Physics & Math for 15-Year-Olds in 10th Grade

Jan 22, 2005 · Replies 30 · Jan 27, 2005

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Can Talent and Passion Coexist in Applied Mathematics?

Jan 27, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 27, 2005

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Schools Making Up for a Low GPA: Applying to Grad School

Jan 26, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 27, 2005

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SUmmer Research Opportunities/Science Programs

Jan 20, 2005 · Replies 10 · Jan 26, 2005

Replies: 10

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MIT Deferred: Picking Up Grades for Mid-Year Report

Dec 13, 2004 · Replies 50 · Jan 26, 2005

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What do you want to be? Question

Jan 19, 2005 · Replies 38 · Jan 26, 2005

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Replies: 38

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Fix Low GPA: Options to Improve Academic Transcripts

Jan 25, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 26, 2005

Replies: 8

Views: 27K

Maths of Climatology: Numerical Models & Simulations

Jan 15, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 25, 2005

Replies: 2

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Can I Make a Contribution to Mathematics Without a PhD?

Jan 23, 2005 · Replies 7 · Jan 24, 2005

Replies: 7

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Testing Should I Take the SAT at the Beginning of Senior Year?

Oct 20, 2004 · Replies 12 · Jan 23, 2005

Replies: 12

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Schools College selection guidance needed

Jan 16, 2005 · Replies 1 · Jan 23, 2005

Replies: 1

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Better Education through Competition

Jan 19, 2005 · Replies 24 · Jan 23, 2005

Replies: 24

Views: 3K

How to effectively plan and structure exam questions for efficient grading?

Jan 21, 2005 · Replies 13 · Jan 22, 2005

Replies: 13

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Can Option Classes Affect Your Chances of Getting into Grad School?

Jan 21, 2005 · Replies 3 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 3

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Growing Up: Scared and Lost - Gareth's Story

Jan 21, 2005 · Replies 5 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 5

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Overcoming Failure: Advice for Students

Jan 19, 2005 · Replies 10 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 10

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PhD in Physics to Management: What's the Best Path?

Jan 18, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 2

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Educating for Critical Decision-Making: Beyond Job Preparation

Jan 18, 2005 · Replies 4 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 4

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Programs Minor in Math for Physics: Pros and Cons

Jan 14, 2005 · Replies 12 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 12

Views: 5K

Commercial Airline Pilot profession prospects?

Jan 6, 2005 · Replies 12 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 12

Views: 7K

Submit this essay for summer programs?

Jan 20, 2005 · Replies 4 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 8K

Studying What are the Best Physics Textbooks According to Personal Experiences?

Jan 17, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 20, 2005

Replies: 6

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Rank US Universities for Physics Program

Jan 18, 2005 · Replies 3 · Jan 19, 2005

Replies: 3

Views: 2K

What is the speed of the block as it leaves the table?

Jan 18, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 18, 2005

Replies: 2

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Schools Importance of engineering college selection

Jan 9, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 18, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 8K

Doctor of Philosophy and Doctor of Engineer

Jan 10, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 18, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 8K

GRE Scores & Admissions Decisions: Physics General & General Tests

Jan 10, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 17, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

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Should I go to a community college or a university for my physics major?

Jan 15, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 17, 2005

Replies: 6

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Programs Deciding Between Chemical & Materials Engineering at UF

Jan 13, 2005 · Replies 11 · Jan 17, 2005

Replies: 11

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GRE Test: Requirements for American & International Students

Jan 8, 2005 · Replies 18 · Jan 16, 2005

Replies: 18

Views: 5K

Learn Math for E&M: Crucial Concepts & Advice

Jan 15, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 16, 2005

Replies: 6

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Courses Is a Calculus Based Physics Course Right for Me?

Jan 8, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 16, 2005

Replies: 2

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How to find a short-term Visiting Position in Quantum Computation?

Jan 13, 2005 · Replies 3 · Jan 15, 2005

Replies: 3

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Halliday & Resnick: Comprehensive Physics Textbook for Self-Study

Jan 8, 2005 · Replies 10 · Jan 15, 2005

Replies: 10

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Math vs Maths: US vs UK Explained by Kieron

Jan 5, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 14, 2005

Replies: 8

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Programs Same institution for both graduate and undergraduate degrees

Jan 4, 2005 · Replies 5 · Jan 14, 2005

Replies: 5

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Is Joining the Society of Physics Students Beneficial for My Education?

Jan 7, 2005 · Replies 1 · Jan 14, 2005

Replies: 1

Views: 3K

What does academic education cost?

Jan 7, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 14, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

AS Level Physics Questions UK | Answers & Resources

Jan 7, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 14, 2005

Replies: 2

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Free Psychological Help for Students with Depression

Jan 12, 2005 · Replies 4 · Jan 14, 2005

Replies: 4

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Finding Financial Aid for College Transfers

Jan 11, 2005 · Replies 5 · Jan 13, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

High School Physics: What to Take Next Year?

Jan 10, 2005 · Replies 3 · Jan 13, 2005

Replies: 3

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Rebuilding the University SPS Group: Seeking Advice & Ideas

Jan 12, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 13, 2005

Replies: 8

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Ever feel like you don't know what you're doing in life ?

Dec 31, 2004 · Replies 8 · Jan 12, 2005

Replies: 8

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Are There Errors in Barger and Olsson's Mechanics Textbook?

Dec 28, 2004 · Replies 2 · Jan 12, 2005

Replies: 2

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Please help I want to study physics

Jan 4, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 12, 2005

Replies: 2

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Is the University of Sydney Good for Mechatronics and Physics?

Jan 5, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 12, 2005

Replies: 2

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How Should Undergrads List Unpublished Papers on Resumes?

Dec 20, 2004 · Replies 5 · Jan 11, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 35K

Late Starter looking for advice

Jan 2, 2005 · Replies 10 · Jan 11, 2005

Replies: 10

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Receiving and Relationships assembly

Jan 10, 2005 · Replies 10 · Jan 11, 2005

Replies: 10

Views: 3K

Programs Question about Bachelor's Degree

Jan 8, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 10, 2005

Replies: 8

Views: 5K

My Semester Examinations - Seeking Advice

Jan 3, 2005 · Replies 25 · Jan 10, 2005

Replies: 25

Views: 3K

Calculus-Based Physics: How Much is Needed?

Jan 8, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 9, 2005

Replies: 8

Views: 7K

Developing Deductive Reasoning: Strategies to Strengthen Your Mind

Dec 25, 2004 · Replies 4 · Jan 9, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

Can self-training lead to becoming a successful inventor?

Jan 7, 2005 · Replies 4 · Jan 8, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

What Is a Physicist? - Learn About the Profession

Jan 6, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 8, 2005

Replies: 6

Views: 5K

Understanding european/french higher education system/terminology

Dec 20, 2004 · Replies 17 · Jan 8, 2005

Replies: 17

Views: 5K

US Education System: School, SATs, GPA & More

Jan 6, 2005 · Replies 15 · Jan 7, 2005

Replies: 15

Views: 4K

Programs Majoring in Physics with a Minor in Computer Science: Maximizing Your Degree

Jan 7, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 7, 2005

Replies: 2

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Schools Experiences at UK Universities - Sheffield & St. Andrews

Dec 29, 2004 · Replies 3 · Jan 7, 2005

Replies: 3

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Schools Making Grad School Decisions in Physics

Jan 3, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 7, 2005

Replies: 8

Views: 3K

The Greiner Series: Undergraduate Friendly?

Jan 6, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 7, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Math Ability Internationally Tested

Jan 5, 2005 · Replies 11 · Jan 6, 2005

Replies: 11

Views: 4K

Programs Should You Start Over for a Bioinformatics Degree?

Jan 1, 2005 · Replies 5 · Jan 5, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 4K

What role plays chemistry in a physics career

Dec 13, 2004 · Replies 5 · Jan 5, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

Raise Funds for Tsunami Victims: Ideas for SAFA and NHS

Jan 1, 2005 · Replies 19 · Jan 5, 2005

Replies: 19

Views: 3K

Schools Which Canadian Universities are Best for Aspiring Aerospace Engineers?

Dec 29, 2004 · Replies 3 · Jan 3, 2005

Replies: 3

Views: 4K

NASA prerequisites for engineering

Dec 26, 2004 · Replies 2 · Jan 2, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 5K

Studying Learning Calculus: Intuitive & Physical Approach

Dec 28, 2004 · Replies 6 · Jan 1, 2005

Replies: 6

Views: 5K

Help Guide for High School Junior in Southern Illinois

Dec 31, 2004 · Replies 3 · Jan 1, 2005

Replies: 3

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Searching for the best way to the success

Dec 25, 2004 · Replies 1 · Jan 1, 2005

Replies: 1

Views: 6K

Essential Corequisites for Studying Physics: Math Topics and Areas

Dec 31, 2004 · Replies 2 · Jan 1, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Schools Which Maryland Colleges Offer the Best Astrophysics Programs for Undergraduates?

Dec 18, 2004 · Replies 8 · Dec 31, 2004

Replies: 8

Views: 4K

Intend to move to Canada for graduate studies

Dec 30, 2004 · Replies 6 · Dec 31, 2004

Replies: 6

Views: 3K

Struggling in Physics: Seeking Advice for Learning Abilities

Dec 23, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 30, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

What Colleges Want for High Schoolers Taking AP Classes

Dec 13, 2004 · Replies 57 · Dec 29, 2004

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Replies: 57

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US Supreme Court: Steps, Cases & Ruling Impact

Dec 26, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 28, 2004

Replies: 5

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Testing What are some strategies for mastering the SAT?

Dec 16, 2004 · Replies 16 · Dec 27, 2004

Replies: 16

Views: 4K

Umass Dartmouth Computer Science Transfer: Where Can I Go?

Dec 25, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 27, 2004

Replies: 3

Views: 2K

Studying Books on quantum and plasma physics

Dec 23, 2004 · Replies 7 · Dec 26, 2004

Replies: 7

Views: 5K

Exploring Special Relativity: Two Events in Two Reference Frames

Dec 18, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 25, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Academic advice for a prospective physics student.

Dec 24, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 25, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Preparing for AP Computer Science Test: Superclasses and Subclasses

Dec 17, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 24, 2004

Replies: 2

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Testing What Is GRE Exam 2005? My Gal Pal Knew

Dec 24, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 24, 2004

Replies: 3

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Programs What kind of math do I need for a physics major?

Dec 24, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 24, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 6K

Citing a Website with No Author: How to Do Intext Citation

Dec 16, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 23, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 4K

Schools What are some good out-of-state schools for Chem E transfer students?

Nov 4, 2004 · Replies 6 · Dec 23, 2004

Replies: 6

Views: 4K

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