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Testing Not sure where I am going wrong with exams
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Mechanical Engineering student about to lose his mind
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Schools Uncertainty about graduate school
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Programs Is it worth it to get a Bachelor of Mathematics after a PhD in Physics?
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Schools Rice or UT Austin Physics Dean's Scholars
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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?
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Courses Should I Focus on Physics or Add a Second Major for Grad School?
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Other Is there a limit on the number of references for a PhD......
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Is calc 1 more similar to calc 2 or calc 2 similar to calc 3
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Other Mechanical Engineering, real-world adv. math applications?
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Courses Take Quantum Mechanics: Can GPA Exception be Applied?
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Math Research Project Ideas Please
  • 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 Physics: Insights and Advice
  • 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?
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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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Maximizing Study Efficiency: Tips for Maintaining Good Posture
  • 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 Study Physics Easily: Branch Order & Grouping
  • 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?
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Preparing for a Career in Heart Surgery: What Classes to Take in 9th Grade?
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What's the best physics branch to start with
  • Peter25samaha
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Courses Preparatory courses advice please
  • 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?
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Learning electical engineering combined with physics
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Schools Seminar about applying to graduate school - tips?
  • 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
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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 Learn QFT: From Sakurai to Group Theory & Beyond
  • mgal95
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Schools Anyone have any luck applying to grad school for the Spring?
  • 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
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Schools Maximizing Success in College Math: Overcoming Doubts and Challenges
  • Matejxx1
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Programs Number of General Electives in Physics Degree - Bachelor's Level
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Schools Graduate School for a non-Physics (Econ and Math) major
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Courses Should I become a mechanical engineer if I'm bad at physics?
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Testing Keep making silly mistakes in exams
  • JonnyG
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Other Leaving Astrophysics for Econ/Math
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Admissions Inquiring admissions about graduate decisions
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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
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Courses Berkeley Courses for an Engineering Physics Grad
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Studying Should I keep studying engineering or take up physics?
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How to become an expert in physics ?
  • MoradLemans
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Admissions How can I become an astrophysicist?
  • Aman Trivedi
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Paid Internships in Lasers & Electro Optics
  • Yash Mathur
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Calculus 1 by Coursera: Is it a Good Course?
  • Ethan Hummel
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Schools Grad School Abroad: Pros and Cons for Physics Major | GPA 3.98 | REU Experience
  • Brendan Murphy
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Schools How Can I Secure Acceptance and Scholarships for Mechanical Engineering College?
  • Kenny22utfan
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Studying Decision Help for Design Engineer: Master's or Something Else?
  • Eucliddo
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Studying Comparing AP Calculus to College Calculus
  • 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?
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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
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Schools The meaning of funding during grad school
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Advice on Adult's Path Towards PhD in Mathematical Physics
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Schools Which PhD Program Should I Choose: UMass Physics or CWRU Astronomy?
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How Can I Start Learning Computer Engineering While in Jail?
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Educational science books for the daily commute?
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Schools Will Junior college for my first two years be a detriment?
  • Christopher Perschke
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Testing Exam-Taking Tips for University Students
  • TimboJimbo
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Programs What's the Best Option? EE/CS Dual Major vs CE
  • Alex Eyfoqer
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Programs What is Best Combo for Quantum Computing? (EE, Physics, CS)
  • Alex Eyfoqer
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Ideal Physics UG Curriculum Order?
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