<p>I'm feeling torn about what to do for math next year. I'm definitely not going to a math/science major (political science most likely).</p>
<p>Anyways, we have a wonderful AP Calculus AB teacher at our school. He's the best math teacher I've ever had. However, I didn't do that great in his class. I got an A first semester, but a B second semester. I didn't really feel like I understood anything about integration. As a result, I signed up for AP Statistics because I felt that it would be a better fit for me, especially since I'm not a math/science person. </p>
<p>Would it look bad to competitive schools if I took AP Stat instead of AP Calc BC? I'm already taking four other AP classes besides my AP math class, so I'm still going to have a challenging schedule.</p>
<p>If you think you can get an A in BC Calc, go with that. However it seems as though you’re not confident in your calculus ability so, IMO, you made the right decision.
An A in a less rigorous AP class is better than a B in a more rigorous AP class; especially if you’re not planning on being a STEM major. </p>
<p>For a poli sci major, statistics is more beneficial. You’ll be fine.</p>
<p>I agree AP Statistics should be better for you.</p>
<p>Colleges don’t really distinguish between AB and BC for admission purpose, especially not if you’re not going into STEM fields.
In addition, as a rule of thumb, don’t take an AP class where you’re not confident you will get a B or higher.
Also, Statistics is a better choice for a future poli-sci major.
In short: no benefit to BC, higher likelihood of drawbacks, and you have a better choice in stats => you chose well.</p>
<p>Question:Hello I have the same concern as akacesfan above,only my concern is whether to take AP Calc BC OR AB:</p>
<p>My situation:</p>
<p>involves the fact that currently I’m in Pre-calculs and maintaining a high A.However, i have heard that AP Calc BC is strenous and fast-paced. I have always been good at math, but I do not want to end up with a C in the class. </p>
<p>So my question is AP Calc BC worth it with a B for the year to AP Calc AB with an A hopefully?
AP Calc BC presumably has a better curve and the AB Subscore but, is this worth my time considering my schedule which it this next year:</p>
<p>I am trying to decide if my senior course load is rigorous enough:
- AP Calculus(AB or BC)
- AP Physics
- AP Stats
- AP Macro-Economics
- AP Govn’t and Law
- Advanced Senior Seminar(English)
- Science Research Honors Program( like the one that that enter Intel ISEF competition and SIEMENS)</p>
<p>I have taken this AP’s so far:
-AP Euro(5)
-AP Bio(4)
-AP Chem(dk no yet hoping for a 5)</p>
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<li>Is this enough for a Straight BS-MD Program and would Med School require a math class caliber of BC Calc as it provides 2 semester of credit.</li>
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<p>*I’m not neccesarily aiming for a prestigious university but a decent one</p>
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<li>I would tremendously appreciate your help!!! Thanks!=)</li>
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<p>@lifeishard Start a new discussion; it’s bad form to hijack a thread.</p>
<p>Alright, thanks for the help everyone! I was already leaning towards stat, but it’s good to know that you all think I’m making the right decision. You were all extremely helpful!</p>