Difference between science and social studies credits?

Applying to College
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<p>I am concerned about the unequal distribution of my high school credits between each of the five academic disciplines (English, foreign language, mathematics, science, and social studies). I know that universities like dedication and specialization in something that makes you unique, but they also of course want well-rounded students. From those of you who have experience in these things, how would an admissions board see my credentials?</p>

<p>English (4 credits) - Pre-AP English I, Pre-AP English II, AP Language, AP Literature</p>

<p>Foreign Language (9) - Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, Spanish IV, AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature, Latin I, Latin II, AP French Language</p>

<p>Mathematics (6) - Algebra I Honors, Geometry Honors, Algebra II Honors, Precalculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC</p>

<p>Science (5) - Biology Honors, Chemistry Honors, AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Physics C Mechanics</p>

<p>Social Studies (3.5) - World History Honors, AP US History, AP US Government, AP Macroeconomics</p>

<p>I mean, my schedule checks all the boxes as far as required fields and all, but I feel that my social studies credits are so lackluster compared to everything else. How much does that matter? Thank you so much!</p>

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<p>You courses look strong. I wouldn’t worry about it…but to be sure you need to check the requirements of the schools you are interested in. On their admission pages you should be able to find what they expect from incoming freshmen. I don’t think academic core classes (which these are) is where colleges look to see specialization. The thing that stands out for me is the large number of language credits which is a little different than many students.</p>