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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Taking a Course in Writing for Science

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Schools Sources to figure out what schools are good for certain subj

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Understanding work of potential advisors

  • thegreenlaser
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Self study for the coming vacation

  • Ahmad Kishki
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Can I Pursue Graduate Study in Physics with a Math BSc & Physics Minor?

  • Charles Stark
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Programs Math major who has an interest in machine learning

  • John Ralph
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Which of these courses could be seen as superfluous?

  • jaskamiin
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Ethical Considerations in Requesting and Writing Recommendation Letters

  • rakeru
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Building Intuition for Math Problem Solving

  • JoeTheKid
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PAC learning, Theoretical Comp. Sci and Mathematics

  • dkotschessaa
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What do you do when you can't follow a derivation in a book?

  • BucketOfFish
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A bit of encouragement needed Academic probation

  • dkotschessaa
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MSOE (Milwaukee school of engineering)

  • Mastermachine30
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TMP master program at Ludwig Maximilians

  • Daniel.Solis
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Graduate specialization; synergy in life science

  • Almeisan
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How do I become an astrophysicist?

  • ajay.05
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Programs Can You Major in Astrophysics as an Undergraduate?

  • Aren Lampman
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Should I be a Nuclear engineer or physicist?

  • mike232
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Programs Graduate Advice for Achieving a First in UK Physics Degree

  • epsilon
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What's the best ways to balance study/social life?

  • TheNerdConstant
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Programs Transitioning military-Degree questions

  • Stunt2402
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Research experience for non-US undergrad?

  • Jadenee
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Programs Should I change my major from ECET to EE?

  • Brandon Jordan
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100+ hour weeks as an undergrad -- abnormal?

  • HizzleT
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Which B.S. from UC Davis to support NucE from UC Berkeley?

  • SpaceCowboy187
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Is a Mathematical Physics course enough?

  • Joshua L
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Getting into MIT: Am I Good Enough/How to Get Good Enough

  • neosoul
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Which Master's Program Should I Choose for Theoretical Physics?

  • Alquimista91
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Fusion and Renewable Energy Education Paths

  • Moriarty
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Schools Graduate school asking for a list of universities I apply to

  • sornsopheak
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Retaking a course for a better grasp on the material

  • M. Stewart
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Programs REU Application: Recent major change

  • the potato one
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Schools Can Engineering Physics Offer a Balanced Career in Both Physics and Engineering?

  • mrnike992
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B.S. in physics, Masters in Aerospace Engineering?

  • Awesome_Ale
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Programs A Bit of Advice on Major Selection

  • interhacker
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Achieving Physics Degree as a "Late-Bloomer"

  • trrads
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Course Planning first year engineering

  • sanhuy
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What's better for studying Physics: AP or IB?

  • Diego Fernandez
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How much Quantum for nanoelectronics as an EE

  • pjcircle
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Studying Quantum Mechanics Textbooks Problem

  • Yosty22
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Which Linear Algebra Course Should I Choose for Graduate Work in Physics?

  • Porthos
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How does one become Tony Stark? (the Engineer, not the Iron

  • Ryan McCarty
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Schools What are some good tips for pre-university students?

  • TheNerdConstant
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Graduate Programs Not Requiring the GRE Good or bad?

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I need a study strategy for actuarial exams

  • semidevil
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Opinions of MOOC's Through Coursera?

  • bballwaterboy
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My Dream is to study Physics, but I have questions

  • Diego Fernandez
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I need some advice, academically

  • Firedog89
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My Physics Course Schedule I need much help please

  • Joshua L
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Should I retake freshmen math classes?

  • Jadenee
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Upper-tier undergrad offering merit-based scholarships?

  • Mr. Moose
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Programs Active Duty USAF wanting Physics/CS/ECE Degree(s)

  • NoHaxPlz
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Programs Is a Bachelor's Degree in Physics Available Through Distance Education?

  • Murly
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How to acquire the math skills I need

  • s_ngularity
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How Can an Engineer Pursue Their Dream of Studying Physics?

  • Ahmad Kishki
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Math subject guidance -- prerequisites for a physics class

  • Aayam
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Schools Best way to prepare for college math

  • Timothy Stevens
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Programs Which degree for theoretical neuroscience

  • Jo01
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Schools Help Required for High School Senior Courses

  • Etheryte
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Schools About Medical Physics grad schools, some advice please

  • pdm0118
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Schools How out of luck am I for graduate school?

  • calculo2718
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What's your "master blaster" strategy for solving problems?

  • Moriarty
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Can You Find Yale's Past Physics Exam Papers Online?

  • Maybe_Memorie
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How to Write a Comprehensive Exam Answer Quickly & Score High Marks

  • Chemer
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Is Now the Best Time to Study String Theory?

  • physicsfirzen
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Physics vs Electrical Engineering

  • pedromatias
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How to study for physics finals?

  • icecubebeast
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Programs Is a Computer Science Major the Right Choice for Me?

  • TheKracken
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Schools Elite Universities (Stanford, MIT, Harvard, etc.) downloads?

  • icecubebeast
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How to Study Effectively: Tips & Tricks

  • Fantini
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Need emergency advice for statement of purpose

  • xdrgnh
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Help with ECE scheduling please

  • austinmw89
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Is a Physics PhD For me? last minute doubts

  • bluechic92
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Schools Graduate School Personal Statement

  • oliviam212
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Programs Future physics major looking for advice

  • drifterinflux
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Preparing for Physics Grad School: Columbia Post-Bac Program

  • tpetersen
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Choose Math Class for Applied Physics: Vector & Tensor or Nonlinear Dynamics?

  • Shinaolord
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Upper division physics lab -- Project ideas

  • Logan Rudd
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Admissions Apply to College Before Dec. 23: Advice?

  • pragmatic
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Programs Online degrees -- What should I do?

  • blakeab
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International PHP software diploma - worth?

  • DaveC426913
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Internships for one with research experience (REUs, or no?)

  • Dishsoap
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MS in Renewable Energy: A Civil Engineers Path to Wind Turbines

  • Arib Momin
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What topics should I review before taking Gen Chem 2?

  • norman95
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Astrobiology: Is a PhD a Career Risk?

  • Brunnun
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Programs Name on Math degree, what is better: Applied or general?

  • Mathmaybe
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Is A- in Calculus 2 a bad grade?

  • sunny79
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Schools Thesis in search of university, regarding Carnot and Kelvin

  • MrBi11
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Schools Grad school after long hiatus. Advice?

  • andymars
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How Can I Deepen My Understanding of the Science Behind Physiology?

  • antonisz
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Programs How much does having a masters degree help for phd admission

  • pjcircle
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Do somthing you love or you're good at?

  • newbe318
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In what way are computer science and physics related?

  • Niaboc67
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Opinions on the REUs I'm considering?

  • ModestyKing
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[Canada] 30 year old going back to school - need advice

  • chaunceyw
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Engineering Student Seeking Honest Opinion on Lab Reports

  • Squirrelmech
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Schools Upgrading my High School Physics mark

  • Starrk
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Help (please) with paragraph for SOP

  • bluechic92
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What is a Good Masters Thesis for Astronomy?

  • ecastro
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Mathematical Physics vs Applied Mathematics?

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