Am I completely ridiculous?

Pre-College Topics High School Life
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So, this is my high school situation so far: I’m a sophomore, and I’m going to be a junior next year. I make mostly A’s, a few B’s, and I’ve made a C in Algebra 2 Honors all year, pretty much, but recently the grade has shot up as the new unit is registering with me more. I really don’t do any clubs or anything, so I feel like I’m really not good to go… I made consistent A’s with maybe a B or two in middle school. I took these last year:
AP Human Geography (got a 4 on the exam)
English 2 Honors
Geometry Honors
Physical Education
Journalism 1
Concert Band
Physical Science honors
Spanish 2

I’m taking these this year (passing all):
AP World History (exam in a few days ))): )
English 3 Honors
Algebra 2 Honors
Spanish 3
Biology Honors
Introduction to Engineering (AP Weight)
Child Development (irrelevant i know)
and a study hall

Next year, I’m taking:
AP Language + Composition
College Prep Pre-calculus (step below honors ): math isn’t my specialty)
AP Biology
Chemistry Honors
AP US History
AP Psychology
Astronomy

Am I in alright shape right now? I feel like my lack of extra-curriculars and my struggling math grades are going to keep me from going to a decent university. I took the ACT in eighth grade and made a 24, which isn’t too good, but was good for the time, and I plan on taking the SAT before summer begins. Thanks for the help!

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What do you consider a decent university?

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Exactly, give a few examples of what you think are decent universities. And what major are you targeting - early childhood education?

What do you do, if you don’t do clubs or anything? Is there anything you enjoy to do and can work into an extracurricular?

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There are a lot of colleges out there. Look at the stats for a couple of your in-state schools.

I don’t see a problem. You are taking challenging classes. One “C” won’t keep you out of college but do your best to keep a “B” in math. Make sure to check in with your math teacher for help or to ask questions.

Junior year is a good time to take an ACT or SAT prep class if you can afford it. You need to figure out whether the ACT or SAT is a better test for you.

Why don’t you have any ECs?

Do you have to work?

I would almost say drop astronomy in favor of an EC. Try debate or choir or something.

Is there a college in particular you want to attend?

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Well, colleges I’m planning on applying for are mostly in-state… My goal is to attend USC (University of South Carolina) in Columbia, SC. I’m planning on sending applications to Clemson University, College of Charleston, and other schools here as well.