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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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Nuclear Rocket Propulsion & Aerospace Engineering

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Programs Tips in Double degree in B.S. Computer Science and Physics

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Is HonorSociety.org a Legitimate Website?

  • 462chevelle
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Some tips, As level and A level.

  • ElectroKid
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Schools Is it more beneficial to pursue a graduate degree abroad or in the US?

  • Fluxy
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Programs Does this look like a fine degree?

  • J. Matt
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Best Free Online Courses for Self-Teaching Algebra 2B?

  • John Titor
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Schools Navigating Graduate Supervision in Microwave Circuits and Devices

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Schools Imperial College London or UCLA for Aerospace Engineering?

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Programs Is a Physics Minor Beneficial for a Computer Science Major?

  • SnowMan20
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Where should I go after Boas' Mathematical Methods in Physics?

  • physics16
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Programs Aerospace Engineering degree with double major?

  • TheKracken
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How much does the school you graduate from matter?

  • Sparer
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Is It Normal to Feel Relaxed Before Multiple AP Exams?

  • sarvesh0303
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Engineering Physics Undergrad to Physics Grad

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Programs Best computer programming for particle astrophysics major?

  • Ascendant78
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Schools Options for International Students: Top Physics Schools Outside of the US

  • santo35
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Calculus 2 and Real Analysis in one semester?

  • member2357
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Somewhere to learn the whole quantum easier?

  • 1832vin
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How do I get into top phd program?

  • HBDPHYS
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Programs PF, be completely honest with me: should I switch majors?

  • Hertamine
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Schools Will i Get accepted to a Graduate school?

  • PoyntingVector
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Is Computational Systems Biology a Good Major for Engineering Grad School?

  • accioquote
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Physicists That Study Dark Matter?

  • RAD10ACT1V3
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Preparing for Physics I: Mechanics

  • coffeejunky
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UCLA Physics Advice: Tips & Advice for UK Students

  • K.QMUL
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How can I learn to enjoy mathematics more?

  • Niaboc67
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Programs Biomedical Engineering to Mathematics Major

  • akku8803
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Programs Curious about STEM degrees and their value to a mature student

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The career path becomes foggy on which direction to go

  • elusiveshame
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What are the specializations in physics?

  • shinobi20
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Difference Engineering Physics, Applied Physics, traditional engineer

  • Fluxy
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Theoretical Physics: 1 year long Pre-PhD-Programs

  • Phys_Reason
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A career in Nanotechnology via pure sciences

  • shezi1995
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Is it Possible to Have Fallen Too Far Behind in Math?

  • Dr.Mobius
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Phd in physics after bachelor in computer science

  • noureddine.m
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Programs What major should I choose for a career in nano/biomedical research?

  • Fluxy
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Mathematics club: What do you do?

  • AlfredPyo
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Preparing for MIT Admission - 10th Grader Questions

  • Danya314
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Silicon Valley High School Math Competitions for Enthusiastic Students

  • AlfredPyo
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Second Bachelors, Physics this time GPA/GPA Split

  • TimGee250
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Schools Courses and Additional Study required for Grad School Physics

  • interhacker
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What Book Brings the Periodic Table Elements to Life?

  • medwatt
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PhD Position in Physics in Germany - Info for Foreigners

  • Roula
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How do you remember it all at once?

  • Cruikshank
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Extent of importance of Year 1 Physics

  • soviet1100
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Things I should look at before I take QFT?

  • wotanub
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Confused with my prospective advisor

  • mohammed88
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What should a chemistry undergrad do to move toward an Engineering MS

  • ehchandler
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Where can I learn taylor series and combinatorics?

  • AlfredPyo
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Why Do I Go Blank on Tricky Exam Questions Despite Understanding the Theory?

  • smart_worker
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Is It Too Late to Pursue a Career in Physics?

  • John Titor
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Schools Does the College You Attend Determine Your Success in Physics?

  • Danya314
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Some insight into chemistry for me?

  • Ritzycat
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Advice on Improving Academic Performance for Physics Graduate School

  • Garmeth
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Programs Questions about Engineering Physics Degree

  • Ryuk1990
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Schools Top European Physics Schools for Industrial Engineering Grad Programs

  • santo35
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Which are the best institutes offering MSc Physics in India?

  • rahulmurali194
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Will a Low GPA Due to an Accident Affect My University Applications?

  • santo35
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What times would be best for a mathematics club? Meetings?

  • AlfredPyo
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Grade wise, what does it take to get a PhD in Math or Physics?

  • koh94
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Schools Question about pre-university studies

  • strider
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Interest in quantum entanglement would it be an appropriate subject

  • rwooduk
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Where can I find Roger Penrose´s papers?

  • twistor
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Ideas for discussions for a math club

  • AlfredPyo
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Programs How Common is Multi-Majoring in Physics?

  • Catria
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Computer Science Useful for Physicists?

  • Dr.Mobius
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The first 2 years of engineering vs the last 2 years

  • Metta
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How to learn general engineering ?

  • carllacan
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Programs Which maths specialization is most useful to an EECS major interested

  • member2357
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Is E&M a Prerequisite for Modern Physics?

  • eceklund
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Schools Senior Year Courses for Graduate School

  • PhysicsWiz4
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Am I missing out by being and electrical engineer?

  • baouba
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Schools Getting all three degrees from same university? (Math)

  • emlekarc
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Autodidact Calculus: A Junior's Summer Challenge

  • beanrique
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Do professors like when students introduce themselves to them?

  • JessicaJ283782
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Schools MET: Seneca College Building Sciences Program

  • Daniel1
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Newly introduced Academic fields?

  • noman.rasheed
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Admitted for PhD, Dropping to Masters

  • Octans
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Research in Photonic Crystals worth it?

  • shpongle
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Programs Am I intelligent enough for Computer Science major?

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Value of Graduate Courses as an Undergrad

  • dpgrad
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Advice on Choosing Between Civil and Mechanical Engineering

  • Mr. Aviator
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Letters of Recommendation for Non-Traditional Student

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Schools Trying to decide on a university

  • thatoneguy6531
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Programs Finding a Major in Science: Navigating Career Paths and Job Prospects

  • Callmejoe
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Is My Plan for Pursuing a Degree in Computers and Technology Viable?

  • jhickey
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Can Reading Help Me Cope with Failure and Achieve My Dreams?

  • smart_worker
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Geology Graduates: Where Do They Work?

  • Ritzycat
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Is Italy a good place to study Aerospace Engineering?

  • FAlonso
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Schools Getting into Physics Graduate Schools as a non-Physics Major

  • Alastair
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Schools Funded PhD at UC Riverside or unfunded masters at Brown University

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Programs Late change major or go for masters?

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Schools Graduate School in Europe: Pros and Cons

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Regretting PhD Choice: Solutions & Advice

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Schools Is It Okay to Withdraw Mid-Term from College?

  • accioquote
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Start Learning Physics: Where to Begin?

  • KeepItMoist
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Should I Retake Genchem 1 and 2 to Prove Myself?

  • sunny79
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Problems with engineering honor thesis.

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How to start writing a paper on Number Theory or Group Theory

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