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Schools College Grades Dropping - What's Going on?
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How do different people study and what are the benefits of various techniques?
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How many institutes are there in India for theoretical physics?
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Dropping an EE Class: Will a W Affect Grad School?
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I need a bit of a pep talk. I'm having a rough semester so far.
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Programs Finish an Associates in Chemistry Degree?
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What do you do when a class is so bad
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Testing Sat math, test-taking abilities, math ability
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What should I write for my curriculum vitae?
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Schools Chances of getting into good grad schools
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Should I drop a course this semester (3rd year, Canada)
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What Career Paths Should Math Majors Consider Beyond Academia?
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Effective Study Habits for Physics: Advice from Experienced Students
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Math knowledge required to fully understand physics
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Schools Types of Applied Math Grad School?
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Switched to a tougher school, grades falling
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Matrices in Physics - Learn How Math Applies
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Opinions on Engineering Physics vs. Pure Physics undergrad?
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Programs Math/Physics vs Physics/Engineering double major?
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Self-Study (books) vs. Formal Education (college, etc)
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What option should I choose for my grade 12 physics course?
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Is It Normal to Feel Self-Doubt in Math?
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Strongest Undergraduate Programs in Canada?
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Programs HS Junior wanting to major in Physics
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Aeronautical Engineering: Jobs & Education for Students
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What Coding Language Should I learn?
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Order in which to learn physics concepts?
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Mathematical physics or Math/physics double major?
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Admissions Applying for a phd post in physics, how useful would a masters be?
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Schools What should i expect in physics in college?
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Making the Right Choice: Deciding on an REU Program | Quick Advice
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Schools Effect of Dropped Class on Grad School Acceptance
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Chennai Mathematical Institute(India) entrance exam
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MechE or ChemE: Which is Right for a Future in Biofuels and Green Energy?
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Best way to learn QM comprehensively
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How can I be really fast at maths?
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Going into Medical Imaging (EE vs. BME)
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Appealing arXiv moderators decisions
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PhD in Physics Abroad: Job Possibilities in USA
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Medical Physics: Is a PhD Program the Right Choice?
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Schools How to become a university professor?
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Need Some Guidance on Career Path
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Importance of school prestige if you're NOT pursuing physics careers?
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Is the B.Sc. Physics offered Chennai Mathematical Institute reputed?
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Physics Career vs Medical Career
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Academic and Research Programs in Science, Math and Engineering
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Programs Can I apply as phd with all requirements but without actual degree?
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Engineering Higher Studies. US vs Germany.
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Tips for Making the Most of Your First Colloquium
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General How stuff works video capsules, blog or podcast?
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How Can I Prepare for Experimental Problems in the Physics Olympiad?
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Programs Computer Engineering Degree without an undergrad?
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Programs EE major that loves physics class but hates computer programming
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Which engineering branch to take?
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MS Physics Engineering or straight to PhD?
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Programs Pure Math/computer science major
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Mathematics classes that will help with physics (list included)
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Programs Physics Major has become disenchanted with physics.
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Applied Mathematics vs Computational Finance
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Is Texas A&M good for undergrad physics?
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Authorship order in a theoretical paper
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How Did You Benefit From Finding a Mentor?
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I want to be an Electrical Scientist
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Unlock the Secrets of Solid State Devices with Expert Resources - Let Us Help!
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Really need advice for undergraduate program selection
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Do I want to be a physicist? Is it too late?
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SULI Vs. DOD Contractor Internship Advice
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How to get along fast in math. while retaining all the info
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Theoretical Physics: What's the Point & How Is It Accurate?
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Physics Extended Essay Suggestions
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For someone wanting to work in astronomy
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Programs Differential Equations or Matrix Algebra for Physic Major
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MHB Course Options for Next Fall: What Should I Take?
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Is a 3.6 GPA enough to pursue a career in physics?
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Olympiads or Science Fairs: What Will Help Me Get Into Top US Schools?
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Schools Teaching physics in a community college
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Schools I'm about to go to college and, well I'm good friends with physics
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Please, help Thousands of academic lives being destroyed by our gov
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Programs Electromagnetism for an Electrical Engineer Major?
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Programs Degree in Physics to PhD in Computer Science
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Should I Pursue My PhD in Quantum Physics in the US or Abroad?
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Schools Negotiating Grad School Financial Assistance
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Research in Highschool: How to Prepare for Intel Science and Engineering Fair
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Multivariable calculus and electrodynamics
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Schools Should I Apply to Grad Schools Without My Desired Programs?
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Are You Studying Physics and Maths Efficiently?
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Programs What are some recommended resources for learning proofs in mathematics?
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Research Science Institute Need Information
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Continuing my computer science/programming education
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Ive had some revelations about maths in the last couple years.
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Numerical Analysis vs Applied Analysis
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Schools Can College physics/with calc 1,2 be taken without just CP first
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Schools Can a High School Dropout Successfully Navigate College Entry and Academia?
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Schools My college won't count a course for my GPA
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Testing Need electronics example problems
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How can I pay for access to all academic journals?
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Medical Physics: Postdoc or MS first?
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Mastering Calculus: Tips for Success from a High School Math Prodigy
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How can I expose myself to more physics?
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Admissions Medical Physics Admissions to Georgia Tech
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