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The discussion centers on the decision to transfer from a small, unorganized physics department at a local school to a prestigious university in Canada known for its strong physics program. The individual has realized a passion for physics only recently and is considering the transfer for both academic and personal growth. While the current school offers some research opportunities, the limited resources and faculty quality are concerns. The potential new school promises a more robust academic environment, access to advanced research projects, and better preparation for graduate studies. The key consideration is whether the benefits of transferring outweigh the increased costs and uncertainties about future academic goals.
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So I'm finishing my first year of school at the school nearest to my home. The physics department here is very small and unorganized, and I'm not a big fan of the professors. It was only this year I realized I wanted to major in physics so the quality of the department wasn't on my mind when I decided to attend here.

I can most likely transfer to a more prestigious school (one of the best in Canada) where they have a lot of cool stuff going on and are much more focused on physics.

I think it would be a good experience for me to go, academically and personally. I would be paying a bit more.

Should I transfer or stay where I am?
 
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Well I'm not really sure what I want exactly. I know there are opportunities here for research with professors, but the department is rather small. If I transferred then I would be at a school with a very well known department, a lot of cool research (people going to the LHC, etc) and that kind of thing, so it could benefit me for grad school by working with these people.
 
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