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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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

  • lep11
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Medical Physics: Is a PhD Program the Right Choice?

  • PBD
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Schools How to become a university professor?

  • Vahsek
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Need Some Guidance on Career Path

  • ksmitty1223
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Importance of school prestige if you're NOT pursuing physics careers?

  • skwissgaar
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Is the B.Sc. Physics offered Chennai Mathematical Institute reputed?

  • ananth94
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Physics Career vs Medical Career

  • biochem850
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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?

  • pierre9045
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Engineering Higher Studies. US vs Germany.

  • ashishvinayak
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Getting the most from your first colloquium and meet-and-greet

  • KMcFadden
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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?

  • greatnewton
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Programs Computer Engineering Degree without an undergrad?

  • stonecoldgen
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Programs EE major that loves physics class but hates computer programming

  • jaydnul
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Which engineering branch to take?

  • cooleinstein
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MS Physics Engineering or straight to PhD?

  • perry.randall
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Programs Pure Math/computer science major

  • Tmstan04
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Which math courses should I take for theoretical physics?

  • Levi Tate
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Programs Physics Major has become disenchanted with physics.

  • Darth Frodo
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Applied Mathematics vs Computational Finance

  • flooey.D
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Is Texas A&M good for undergrad physics?

  • ananth94
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Authorship order in a theoretical paper

  • harith
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How Did You Benefit From Finding a Mentor?

  • Julio R
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I want to be an Electrical Scientist

  • Menaus
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Need resources to understand solid state devices better

  • yaoyipro
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Really need advice for undergraduate program selection

  • Vahsek
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Do I want to be a physicist? Is it too late?

  • cuda42
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SULI Vs. DOD Contractor Internship Advice

  • pYr0rAGE
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How to get along fast in math. while retaining all the info

  • andrewkg
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What makes theoretical physics accurate if predictions haven't been tested?

  • babysnatcher
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Physics Extended Essay Suggestions

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For someone wanting to work in astronomy

  • dros
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Programs Differential Equations or Matrix Algebra for Physic Major

  • Thadis
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Course Options for Next Fall: What Should I Take?

  • Dustinsfl
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Is a 3.6 GPA enough to pursue a career in physics?

  • Burke404
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Olympiad medals or science fair finalist status for top US colleges?

  • cooleinstein
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Schools Teaching physics in a community college

  • sabq
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Schools I'm about to go to college and, well I'm good friends with physics

  • pop_ianosd
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Essay grading inconsistencies in national university entrance exam

  • MrDocat
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Programs Electromagnetism for an Electrical Engineer Major?

  • Klungo
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Programs Degree in Physics to PhD in Computer Science

  • kennethkhoo
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Should I Pursue My PhD in Quantum Physics in the US or Abroad?

  • IxRxPhysicist
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Schools Negotiating Grad School Financial Assistance

  • nicholls
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Research in Highschool: How to Prepare for Intel Science and Engineering Fair

  • cooleinstein
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Multivariable calculus and electrodynamics

  • guitarphysics
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Schools Should I Apply to Grad Schools Without My Desired Programs?

  • Dens
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How much practice is enough for physics and maths problems?

  • Fluxthroughme
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Programs What are some recommended resources for learning proofs in mathematics?

  • StilloftheNite
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Research Science Institute Need Information

  • narayan.rocks
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Continuing my computer science/programming education

  • newageanubis
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Ive had some revelations about maths in the last couple years.

  • Zill1
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Numerical Analysis vs Applied Analysis

  • jbrussell93
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Schools Can College physics/with calc 1,2 be taken without just CP first

  • andrewkg
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Schools Can a High School Dropout Successfully Navigate College Entry and Academia?

  • Perceptron
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Schools My college won't count a course for my GPA

  • Rono
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Testing Need electronics example problems

  • leroyjenkens
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How can I pay for access to all academic journals?

  • g.lemaitre
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Why is English compulsory at school?

  • VertexOperator
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Medical Physics: Postdoc or MS first?

  • sabq
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Should I review precalculus before starting calculus for first year?

  • jimmyly
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How can I expose myself to more physics?

  • ebprettyman
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Admissions Medical Physics Admissions to Georgia Tech

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Schools 2.89 current GPA from good college?

  • cimmerian
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Non-academic activities that have helped you academically?

  • jbrussell93
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Schools Can an OU UG degree get me into top tier Master's/PhD programs?

  • Fluxthroughme
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What is the purpose of education today?

  • Tenshou
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Programs MSc in Physics, PhD in engineering?

  • Niles
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Programs About to start a degree (sort of), need advice on how best to prepare

  • TalkOrigin
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Do I Need to Take Advanced Math Classes for a Physics Degree?

  • Jason White
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Studying How Much Time Studying Is Too Much?

  • middleCmusic
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How important is GRE writing score?

  • dipole
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How Can I Continue Learning Physics at 13?

  • Mebzy
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Is it difficult for blacks to have success in physics?

  • austim14
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How can I improve my speed, accuracy and critical thinking in maths?

  • VertexOperator
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How do I benefit from a conference?

  • Questionasker
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Transferring to a UC from community college for physics

  • funkman
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Abstract Algebra during final year?

  • lus1450
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First year undergrad - will chemistry be useful?

  • autodidude
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Schools Will transferring to UCLA, UCSD or CalPoly improve my chances for graduate school?

  • turquoisetea
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New engineering graduate student seeking advice

  • Bernkastel
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Courses What Math Courses Should a Physics Major Take?

  • stormyweathers
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Programs Is an engineering degree really that useful?

  • fibo
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Programs Have 2 Masters, thinking about PHD, but

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Personal crisis: which direction to go?

  • Chem.Stud.
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Transferring from Physics to Engineering Undergrad

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Schools No REU Experience/Grad School Question

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Get an Energy Science Degree Online - Physicsforums

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So today I found out that some of my classmates haven't bought a

  • InvalidID
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Schools Is it so frowned upon to receive your Phd at the same university as BS

  • mc0210
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What else should I do with physics during my UG?

  • mc0210
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Schools Will dropping quantum II and E&M II hurt my grad school applications?

  • TomServo
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Schools Is Set Theory or Logic Relevant to Math Grad School?

  • DeadOriginal
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Which Math PhD Program Should I Choose: Princeton, Chicago, or Berkeley?

  • apvelozo
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Schools Undergrad university course advice

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