The age old E.C. vs. Academic Rigor debate

Applying to College
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<p>My second semester senior year schedule options essentially came down to choosing whether or not to stay in Jazz Band or take a college-level Philosophy class. I opted for the philosophy class, which I’m genuinely excited to take, and which I feel like was too good of an opportunity for me to pass up. </p>

<p>… Should I be worried about this, from a college admissions standpoint? Is losing a class-based EC like Jazz Band too big of a risk, even when being supplemented with Philosophy? I think I’ll have more fun in the philosophy class and the decision has been made. I made the decision because I’ve always wanted to take philosophy and this was my chance… I’m just mighty curious about how colleges might see things. Boring second-semester-senior-year-drama, I know, I know. </p>

<p>(Maybe) relevant information:
– Still playing and enjoying my instrument via private lessons, FWIW
– Rest of the schedule is Physics, APUSH, AP STATS, college level Pre-Calc, Spanish 4</p>

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<p>You’re seriously overthinking this. 2nd semester Senior year isn’t even evaluated. Do what you want and be content. Whatever schools accept/reject you – none of it will be related to your Jazz/Philo class decision. Go enjoy the class and don’t give it a 2nd thought.</p>

<p>My advice to seniors is the same: it’s your last hurrah. Go out with a bang. Leave no regrets. College (whichever one) is coming in September. Why worry about it now?</p>

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<p>Agree with previous poster. Do what you want not what you think adcoms want to see.</p>