<p>Hi, I am a sophomore, and Im aiming for Ivy League schools just like many of you out there. My course selection for next year is due pretty soon, and I have a few questions regarding my courses next year. I would really appreciate it if anybody can help me out.</p>
<p>1) AP Lit vs. AP Lang
Given the choices of AP Lit and AP Lang, which one should I take first in my junior year? Im planning to take SAT II Lit by the end of my junior year, and Im wondering which course will better prepare me for the test. I want to maintain a good grade, but Ive also heard that its better to take tougher courses in my junior year. Whats the difference between difficulties of the two? Which one do you guys recommend I should take first?</p>
<p>2) 2 years of journalism class in which Editor-in-chief does not exist vs. 2 more AP courses
I think the sub-title is pretty self-explanatory. In our schools journalism class, Editor-in-chief does not exist, but an editorial board consisting of a few members does exist. (One can be in the board if he/she takes the course in 11th grade AND 12th grade). If I choose not to take journalism class, Ill have 5 APs per year (which is kind of scary, but I think I can manage them by getting myself to be determined enough).</p>
<p>The following is my schedule for the two years:</p>
<p>11TH GRADE
AP Lit/Lang
AP Calc BC
AP Bio
AP Econ
AP Psych/Journalism
Orchestra
Chinese</p>
<p>12TH GRADE
AP Lit/Lang
AP Stats
AP Physics
AP Comp Sci
AP ?/IB Further Math/Journalism
Orchestra
Chinese</p>
<p>Just to help with your judgment, I took AP Chinese in 9th grade and received a 5, and Im currently taking AP US History. Im planning to take AP Music Theory in 11th grade as well. Wharton is my dream school.</p>
<p>I know very, very well that number of AP courses I take is not the only factor in college admissions, but its getting more competitive than ever, especially for international applicants. It would be much appreciated if anyone can render me some help. Thanks.</p>