AP Chem vs AP Bio

Applying to College
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I’m probably going to be going into computer science, so should I take AP Chem or AP Bio? I like bio a lot better just because of the content, but if I will be taking AP Bio then I’ll probably end up taking the corresponding subject test. Many schools say they want a 2 subject tests that correspond to your major, so does it really matter which one I take?

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Take whichever class you prefer.

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In case of a tie, pick the better teacher/the one that, at your school, has better exam results/choose your own parameter.

A college will say if it requires/recommends certain subject tests. Many will recommend that one be math. If they also recommend a science, without saying a specific science, then it’s your choice. If they recommend chem or physics, then bio is not an option.

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  1. Have you taken Bio, Chem and Physics so far? If you haven’t taken Physics for example, take that.

  2. I would suggest looking at the college curriculum for BS in Computer Science at some colleges you may be interested in. If they include Chemistry, then I would suggest Chemistry.