Will getting a B in math [linear algebra at a college] as a prospective math major hurt my chances at top schools?

However, linear algebra courses vary widely in their proof intensity. Courses with similar content descriptions may therefore be substantially dissimilar at different colleges.

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College math departments that offer highly proof-intensive versions commonly offer “ordinary” versions for non-math majors who just need linear algebra as a tool and more proof-intensive versions for math majors (e.g. Harvard Math 21b versus 22/25/55 or Brown Math 0520 versus 0540). The OP would likely derive little benefit by repeating the “ordinary” versions, but could benefit learning-wise from the more proof-intensive versions.

You need to find a college which loves you (i.e. admits you) just the way you are. And if you’ve got more than one of these on your list, it’s affordable, you are good to go.

Perseverating about a grade you can’t change for a college you haven’t been admitted to is a waste of time.

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Students have to report all HS and college classes taken during HS, whether DE or not. Schools can rescind offers for incomplete and/or inaccurate reporting of classes and grades.

For OP, I can’t agree with blossom more…don’t worry about what is out of your control. You have to report your LA grade, and what happens after that is out of your control. It may hurt your chances at some schools, and not at others. Stop worrying about it and continue moving forward. If you are happy with your safety school, any future acceptances will be icing on the cake. If you aren’t happy with your safety school, get some more apps in.

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