Difficulty of Premed Classes

js2018
Mon, 02 Jun 2014 13:36:44 +0000

Hi guys,

I’m an incoming Duke student of the class of 2018. I want to be premed–what a shocker! :)

Anyways, looking at the premed sample schedules for people with AP credit, it looks like I will take Chem 201 and 202 in my freshman year, which I’ve heard is tough.

Besides organic chemistry, it appears that I will also need to take classes such as Physics 141/142, Bio 201/202, Math 212, and Biochem 301. I keep hearing how bad o-chem is, but I’m not sure about the others. Are the curves just as harsh? Should I use AP credit for any of them?

I know this is probably way too early to plan, but I was hoping to get some advice from upperclassmen so that I know what I’m getting into. Thanks so much!