Question on which science classes to take

[ucbalumnus]

@CollegeDad303

We are getting conflicting information from the school counselor, who told us “colleges want students to take what is of interest to them.”

“… in addition to the base academic expectations.”

FAQ: High School College Prep Base Curriculum

This was posted before in the College Admissions section at http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/college-admissions/1995563-faq-high-school-college-prep-base-curriculum.html , but it looks like the questions about high school course selection are mostly here, so it may be more helpful here, with some additional information. High school students aiming at highly selective colleges should consider meeting the following base curriculum that is commonly expected. Of course, additional academic electives beyond the base curriculum are fine and expected to fill in free elective space in the schedule. **English**: 4 years. **Math**: At least to precalculus. Students who complete precalculus in 11th grade or earlier should take calculus if available. Statistics should be considered an additional elective, not a substitute for precalculus or calculus. *Note:* not completing precalculus in high school may result in needing to take it as a remedial course in college. Not taking calculus if a…