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<p>Hi, I'm still in high school, but right now I'm stuck between whether to take AP Physics or Physics Honors. I know that physics is an important aspect of any engineering major (I'm a rising senior), but I want to know at this point, would it really make a difference towards say BME at Duke or Hopkins? My schedule is relatively manageable this semester, and I feel like AP Physics is the way to go; however, I have never taken a physics course in my high school life.. the physics honors course at my school isn't really considered a difficult class.. </p>

<p>Would AP Physics C be too difficult to handle without any preknowledge of high school physics? I'd be willing to put in extra time in figuring it out.</p>

<p>I have taken AP Calculus BC in my junior year. </p>

<p>Any advice would be appreciated!</p>

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<p>If you’re willing to put in the work to figure it out then definitely take it. It’s not too bad, especially since you already took Calc BC. </p>

<p>Being a JHU BME Alum I would recommend also taking and AP-ing out of AP Chemistry. </p>

<p>Let me know if you have specific JHU/BME questions. </p>

<p>Best wishes,
-DV</p>

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<p>Vader</p>

<p>Have you looked into the admissions requirements for both Duke and JHU. I don’t know about Duke but for JHU I believe they require at least two SAT II scores including one math and one science for your application to engineering school</p>

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<p>Sorry my reply was for Kristofer</p>

<p>PeterW</p>

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<p>For most people it’s not recommended. If you hope to get college credit, getting a 5 on both physics C exams would be comparable to taking two college physics semesters with no prior knowledge. AP exams are generally slightly easier than the course they replace, but they do give college credit for a reason. This thread might give you an idea of how difficult it is to jump into calculus-based physics without prior experience.</p>

<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/engineering-majors/1374929-engineering-without-hs-physics.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/engineering-majors/1374929-engineering-without-hs-physics.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p>That being said, if you believe your schedule is light, consider adding it. Expect it to be the most time consuming course you take. With an engaging teacher and a strong work ethic, you’ll do pretty well. Just don’t expect the class to slow down for you as you try to learn the concepts and their applications with calculus.</p>