A Fourth Year of Science - Important?

Applying to College
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<p>I've met my high school's requirements for years of science classes taken, as well as those set by many of my choice colleges.</p>

<ul>
<li>Earth Science</li>
<li>Biology</li>
<li>Chemistry (w/ lab)</li>
</ul>

<p>I'm interested in government work, and am currently taking political science. Next year I plan on bulking up on related courses (economics, international relations, sociology, and AP European history are all options). My reasoning is that with science out of the way, I can more easily manage this workload.</p>

<p>Would colleges be turned off by this? Or would they appreciate my eagerness to get ahead on my studies?</p>

<p>In case it's at all relevant:
- 3.8 GPA at a very competitive public school
- Looking at D.C. area schools... American U. looks attractive.</p>

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<p>Three years of science and laboratory experience are sufficient.</p>

<p>No universities, except the technical ones, would compel you to pursue a fourth year in science.</p>