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Studying Studying a vector calculus course in a different way
- mr.tea
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Schools Which Universities Offer Funded Physics Masters Programs?
- ian_dsouza
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Other Can You Defer the NSF GRFP for One Year?
- Dishsoap
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Testing Not sure where I am going wrong with exams
- bluechic92
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Mechanical Engineering student about to lose his mind
- Brandon Corwin
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Schools Uncertainty about graduate school
- Chuck34
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Programs Is it worth it to get a Bachelor of Mathematics after a PhD in Physics?
- Gjmdp
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Schools Rice or UT Austin Physics Dean's Scholars
- ceedee
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Programs Which choice is best for a Physics major?
- Zarhult
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Courses Representation theory or algebraic topology
- Ivor Chen
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Other In my opinion, general education classes are not a waste of time
- Derek Francis
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Other What should I do after my graduation in physics?
- Jay15
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Courses Should I Focus on Physics or Add a Second Major for Grad School?
- pierce15
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Other Limit on references for a 20000-word PhD literature review
- rwooduk
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Is calc 1 more similar to calc 2 or calc 2 similar to calc 3
- AMan24
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Other Mechanical Engineering, real-world adv. math applications?
- Timb0Slice
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Courses Take Quantum Mechanics: Can GPA Exception be Applied?
- Physicsguy18
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Choosing a topic for a math research project
- Nile Anderson
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Programs Accepted Into a PhD Program: What Question Should I Ask?
- OrangeDog
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Schools 18 year olds shouldn't go to college immediately
- Derek Francis
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Pre-Cal to Calc 1: Which Option is Best?
- Berry77
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Schools Choosing between Purdue, UVA, and Syracuse for experimental physics
- A1D1S
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Professors: Where's the line between opinion and bias?
- Derek Francis
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What should i study for Quantum Mechanics
- Peter25samaha
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Ideal grading rubric for a course?
- Derek Francis
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Programs Math past Associate's degree courses?
- Destroxia
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Calc Physics vs Algebra Physics
- Geo_Zegarra2018
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Schools How much grad schools cares about GRE?
- Victor Alencar
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Math Course Options for EE Majors: Maxwell's Equations
- mathwhiz
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Testing Failed an (actually) easy exam, need study advice
- Abscissiesque
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In university lectures, what note-taking software do you use?
- mrxyz
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Schools Major GPA vs cumulative GPA for grad school
- jack476
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Insights Secrets of Successful Science Projects - Comments
- Dr. Courtney
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Schools Finishing undergrad school -- What are my options?
- voila
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Programs Undergrad Physics vs Engineering Physics
- Acid wombat
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Schools MIT university -- Good for both undergrad and graduate physics?
- Peter25samaha
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Courses Shift from biotechnology bs to astrophysics masters
- Lilyashleylee
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Courses A Year Since Gen. Chem I, what to review for Gen. Chem 2?
- Of Mike and Men
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Do you maintain good posture while studying?
- PsychonautQQ
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How Can a Physics Major Begin Learning About the Fractional Quantum Hall Effect?
- Charlie Guinn
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Other Narrowness of field of research?
- pierce15
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Schools Looking to enhance my transition from a community college
- AstroBoogie
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Mind maps: A game-changer for studying?
- Docscientist
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Courses Best order to study physics topics before undergrad
- Peter25samaha
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Studying Where to study for UG Physics? (from India)
- S Shri Hari
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Admissions Is it common to submit original diploma?
- maNoFchangE
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Preparing for a Career in Heart Surgery: What Classes to Take in 9th Grade?
- marigreg
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What's the best physics branch to start with
- Peter25samaha
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Courses Ordering preparatory physics courses at University of Athabasca
- CrunchBerries
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Admissions How much to top physics grad programs care about gpa
- Thomas Brady
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Schools Grad school for Bioengineering with bachelors in CompE?
- Mddrill
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Learning electical engineering combined with physics
- maryy
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Schools Proposing a graduate school preparation seminar at my small physics department
- Dishsoap
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Is the Quality of Education in the US Declining?
- OrangeDog
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Other Comparing Lattice QCD vs QED Research Experience
- Anonymouse176
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Admissions Can You Get Admitted to a University Without Being Able to Afford It?
- physics user1
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Studying Do I need to master relativistic QM and group theory before studying QFT?
- mgal95
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Schools Should I wait until fall to apply to grad school or apply for spring admission?
- David Silva
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Admissions Will HEP Experience Limit My Grad School Options in Theoretical Physics?
- Formula
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Admissions MIT and Caltech Admissions Policy for International Students
- physics user1
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Testing How to sign up for Calculus BC on your own
- StudentOfScience
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Is this a good undergraduate path for a physics doctorate?
- Trevor97
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Programs Is It Possible to Pursue a Part-Time PhD in Physics While Working?
- TomServo
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Programs What are my options with a 2.54 physics major GPA?
- ScienceGeek24
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Programs How much physics does EE contain?
- CrunchBerries
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Schools Taking College Physics 2 before Engineering Physics 2?
- in the rye
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Studying About the need of reviewing previous courses
- ramzerimar
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Programs Has anyone heard back from Caltech for the LIGO summer program?
- Ivor Chen
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Overcoming Fear and Achieving Academic Success
- Eucliddo
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Schools Can you succeed in college math without competitive math skills?
- Matejxx1
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Programs Number of General Electives in Physics Degree - Bachelor's Level
- ljfe
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Schools Graduate School for a non-Physics (Econ and Math) major
- Junaid Aftab
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Courses Should I become a mechanical engineer if I'm bad at physics?
- Eclair_de_XII
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Testing Keep making silly mistakes in exams
- JonnyG
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Other Leaving Astrophysics for Econ/Math
- zsyed94
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Admissions Inquiring admissions about graduate decisions
- drymouthdrew
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Testing Prepare for College Life with Physics Quiz
- Saif Almazrouei
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Schools U Penn vs U Kentucky Medical Physics
- Mgphys
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Courses Berkeley Courses for an Engineering Physics Grad
- Nikitin
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Studying Should I keep studying engineering or take up physics?
- kox
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Getting started with learning physics from the basics
- MoradLemans
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Admissions How can I become an astrophysicist?
- Aman Trivedi
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Finding paid internships in lasers and electro-optics for Indian students
- Yash Mathur
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Calculus 1 by Coursera: Is it a Good Course?
- Ethan Hummel
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Schools Should I apply to physics grad school in Japan or Germany?
- Brendan Murphy
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Schools How Can I Secure Acceptance and Scholarships for Mechanical Engineering College?
- Kenny22utfan
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Studying Should I pursue a master's degree or find another way to teach?
- Eucliddo
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Studying How does AP Calculus compare to college calculus in curriculum and approach?
- Ethan Hummel
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Studying Engineering/Physics Prep: Summer Tasks for Success
- jamalkoiyess
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Studying What topic should I write about in physics paper?
- andjelatodorovic
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Studying How to truly UNDERSTAND physics and not just memorising?
- thegreengineer
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Studying How would I self teach myself Calculus
- Ethan Hummel
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Insights How to Self Study Geometry. Part I: Pure Geometry - Comments
- micromass
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Schools The meaning of funding during grad school
- Mech2013
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Advice on Adult's Path Towards PhD in Mathematical Physics
- gravityripple
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Schools Which PhD Program Should I Choose: UMass Physics or CWRU Astronomy?
- devd
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How Can I Start Learning Computer Engineering While in Jail?
- Kris_with_a_k
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Educational science books for the daily commute?
- enanthate
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Schools Will Junior college for my first two years be a detriment?
- Christopher Perschke
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Testing How to avoid silly mistakes during exams despite thorough studying
- TimboJimbo
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