I'm not sure whether or not to take Multivariable Calc instead of AP Calc BC...

Applying to College
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<p>I thought about it and I realized there might be some disadvantages when it comes to skipping Calc BC by taking the AP Calculus BC test after taking the AB class.</p>

<p>One of which is that by taking Multivariable Calc my senior year, I'll only be taking 5 APs + the math instead of 6 AP's (including AP Calc BC). This would mean a lower GPA.</p>

<p>Should I just neglect this because taking Multivariable Calc in high school is better than AP math?</p>

<p>I was kind of hoping to be Salutatorian, but I don't think it'll be possible with only 5 AP's senior year...</p>

<p>But colleges DO count Multivariable Calc with 5.0 GPA credit when weighted, right?</p>

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<p>screw the rank...colleges will like it if you decide to learn for its own sake rather than fret about whether or not you will be salutorian.</p>

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<p>Take multivariable calculus if you want to learn more math. Take AP Calc if you're more concerned about your GPA and rank.</p>

<p>Which of the two is better with respect to college admissions depends on the college.</p>

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<p>Alright, I'm taking MVC.</p>

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<p>Yeah, college math for me was ace compared to an AP Calculus class, I learned more and it was a fun course, screw rank, GPA, whatever, if you're at the point where you can take such a class, you've pretty much secured your way into a good college.</p>