STEM Academic Advising Forum

Post thread
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.
2 questions -- How best to learn? How much to study?
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
2K
Advice needed on how to handle 3.5 week calculus 1 course
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
3K
Any Benefit on waiting to take physics for math?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
What Makes Accelerated Trig Courses So Difficult?
  • · Replies 12 ·
Replies
12
Views
2K
Programs Medical Radition Science, Radition Therapy Degree
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
Programs Am I naive to be working on a STEM degree at 20?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
1K
Study aerospace technology in univ (civil engineering)
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
International Master in Space Engineering at TU Berlin, Germany
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
How to find research that interests you
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
Why Am I Struggling with Physics and Maths Despite My Efforts?
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
Resources for Research on Spacesuit Design
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
What Topics Are Explored at Science/Math Camp?
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
MSc Automobile Engineering Research Projects
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
1K
Schools University of Physics(in Europe)
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Programs How much physics is a math major required to take?
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
3K
Biomedical engineering to biomechatronics?
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
Programs Double Degree: Is It Worth the 6 Year Commitment?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Applying to MIT from Mexico: Advice and Resources
  • · Replies 12 ·
Replies
12
Views
4K
Schools Which countries offer affordable options for engineering grad school?
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
Which Course Schedule Balances Work, GPA, and Graduation Time?
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
2K
Economics with Physics or MechEng
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
Thesis topic in wireless power transmission
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
Self-Study Physics: Get Resources & Books for Success
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
4K
MHB What's Wrong with Schools These Days?
  • · Replies 29 ·
Replies
29
Views
4K
Schools Year off from school OR Community College?
  • · Replies 12 ·
Replies
12
Views
3K
Going into Physics from a non-Physics background
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
How much studying is enough for persuing TF
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
2K
Overcoming Dyslexia in Learning Math for Physics: Tips and Resources
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
3K
Math or Physics for 3d graphics/simulations
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
3K
Should I Study at UABC or SDSU for a Future in Physics?
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
3K
What should I read to get ahead?
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
3K
Physics after bachelors in Computer/Information science
  • · Replies 19 ·
Replies
19
Views
12K
MS in Quantum mech after Electrical and Electronics Engineering?
  • · Replies 14 ·
Replies
14
Views
6K
Schools What's the highest level of math that math majors take at college?
  • · Replies 11 ·
Replies
11
Views
84K
Programs Mathematics major for Microbiology
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
What do you do when writing a dissertation and research papers conflic
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
2K
Admissions Getting admission in Phd with a 3 year Bachelor Degrre?
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
3K
Schools Generally, when do you have to apply to University?
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
Should I memorize all the derivations in QM?
  • · Replies 16 ·
Replies
16
Views
3K
International Research Opportunities
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
Studying Which is more important for understanding physics: math or physics?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
Prerequisites for Spivaks Calculus/Diff Geo, etc.
  • · Replies 9 ·
Replies
9
Views
7K
Is there a negative stigma with applied physics
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
4K
The 15 Best Kinematics Videos You'll Find on Youtube
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
5K
26 Year old father contemplating pursuing MED
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
3K
Should I take calc 3 and differential equations or EE 254 and EGR 265
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
Studying in Germany and then coming back to the US?
  • · Replies 12 ·
Replies
12
Views
5K
Help with research in Chaos theory
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
3K
Is this course taken after Differential Equations?
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
Mature student/returning to school
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
4K
Schools Electrical engineering courses for grad school
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
Help With Research Paper And Avoid Plagiarism
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
3K
Need Help Determining Math Prerequisites of Contact Mechanics
  • · Replies 15 ·
Replies
15
Views
4K
Going to school for chemical engineering
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
3K
How do I succeed in math on my own?
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
3K
Admissions What should I do between graduating and applying for PhDs? (UK)
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
4K
Freshman schedule help: advanced physics & chem? calc3/lin.alg/diff.eq
  • · Replies 18 ·
Replies
18
Views
4K
Physics vs Mechanical Engineering?
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
11K
Difficulty Imagining things a possible setback?
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
3K
Should I be a Mechanical Engineer or a Chemical Engineer?
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
6K
Controls VS. Communications (EE)
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
3K
Understanding physics conceptually
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
4K
Dissertation guidance -- Non-linear Diff. Eqs and Photosynthesis
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
Engineering Specialization - Advice Needed
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
3K
On becoming theoretical physicist
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
Schools Is the University of Maryland's Physics Program Right for You?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Schools Mathematics (also Physics) and university life
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
4K
What options are available for pursuing a PhD in computational physics?
  • · Replies 16 ·
Replies
16
Views
13K
Should I take Calculus IV as a 4 week summer course?
  • · Replies 16 ·
Replies
16
Views
8K
Math student want to study physics
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
3K
Schools Which French Universities Have Strong Physics Departments?
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
3K
Interesting book explaining the principle of least action in detail
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
3K
Programs What kind of degree (maths or physics) is more suitable if one's objec
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
3K
Letter of Rec 2 years after doing research with a prof?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
MHB What can you do with a Masters or something in math
  • · Replies 9 ·
Replies
9
Views
2K
Hard decision to be an engineer --
  • · Replies 9 ·
Replies
9
Views
4K
Worried about taking Calc II (life story/rant/cry for help)
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
5K
Is my Schedule too Much to Handle with Work Study?
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
3K
Schools The summer between graduation and graduate school - Preparation?
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
Should I Take Another Summer Course?
  • · Replies 28 ·
Replies
28
Views
7K
Schools What classes do you take in college to become a mathematician?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Programs Want to pursue degree in physics
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
Pros & Cons of a Ph.D in Biotechnology
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
How Can I Improve My Note-Taking Skills for Science and Math Courses?
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
Programs Online Degree Programs: Pursuing a BS in Mathematics
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
3K
How Can I Elevate My Bridge Structure Project for a High School Science Fair?
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
3K
Is Age a Barrier for Pursuing a Career in Civil Engineering?
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
4K
Schools Focusing on multiple branches of physics for graduate school
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
3K
Continuing Study Physic in Germany
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Electrical Engineering Subdisciplines
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
4K
Schools Admission to graduate schools like MIT,Princeton(for physics,maths)
  • · Replies 26 ·
Replies
26
Views
14K
Programs Math or Compsci minor for Physics Major?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Schools Math major wondering what college minors are and how they work. pros n
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
2K
Unsure how dedicated I am to pure physics
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
Discovery of the atom, electron etc. Where are the experiments that pr
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
2K
Condensed Matter/Solid State Physics/Materials Science?
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
18K
One of the referees submitted his opinion after just one day
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
Geophysicist not really "into" rocks
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
2K
A depressing story/considering ALL options
  • · Replies 18 ·
Replies
18
Views
5K
Looking for input about internship project
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K