I need advice on undergrad florida schools

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The discussion centers around the experiences and opinions of students regarding undergraduate physics programs at Florida schools, specifically Florida State University (FSU) and the University of South Florida (USF). Participants share personal experiences, considerations for transferring, and factors influencing their decisions about pursuing a physics degree.

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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses discomfort at FSU, citing a focus on sports and parties, and is considering transferring to USF for its research reputation.
  • Another participant shares a similar experience at FSU, noting they transferred to Virginia Tech after one semester, emphasizing the importance of faculty quality and faculty/student ratio for a physics degree.
  • Questions arise about the comparative benefits of having FSU versus USF on a graduate school application.
  • Concerns are raised about the quality of the engineering department at FSU, with one participant indicating dissatisfaction despite receiving a full scholarship.
  • There is a light-hearted exchange regarding the use of the term "bump" in forum posts.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best school for physics, as opinions vary based on personal experiences and priorities. There are multiple competing views regarding the merits of FSU and USF.

Contextual Notes

Participants' claims are based on personal experiences and perceptions, which may not reflect the broader academic environment or opportunities at the institutions discussed.

Who May Find This Useful

Students considering undergraduate physics programs in Florida, particularly those weighing the pros and cons of FSU and USF.

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right now i am a freshmen at florida state univeristy and majoring in physics. i know that it is a good school, but i am not sure that this is the right place for me. the school seems to be centered aroud sports. the people seem to be centered around parties.

i don't feel that comfortable here, so i am now thinking about the university of south florida because it is an acclaimed research university. i am trying to learn more about their physics program.

my goal is to continue to a different school to earn a phd in physics. what place do you think is best? and if you have any other insight on this please please please reply.

thank you so much.
 
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I attended Florida State for one semester, and quickly learned that it was also not the right place for me (though I did have a lot of fun). I had my transfer application in at Virginia Tech by October, and left Florida State after only one semester.

There are many good schools which can provide an excellent undergraduate education. USF is a fine school. In my opinion, the most important factors for a physics degree would be the quality of the faculty (their publications, honors, and so on), and the faculty / student ratio.

- Warren
 
so why wasn't fsu for you?

would having fsu on my graduate school application be more benifical than have usf?
 
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Rasine said:
so why wasn't fsu for you?

would having fsu on my graduate school application be more benifical than have usf?

Because their engineering department sucks. I was given a full scholarship there, but soon realized I got what I paid for. :frown:

- Warren
 
Rasine said:
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Shouldn't that be "bump"? As in Bump Up My Post?

Maybe another malaproprism! :smile:
 

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