<p>Hi, I'm a freshman, but I guess it's better get started on preparing for college sooner than later. I consider myself an inquisitive person, and science is what I love. I am just wondering from the academic viewpoint, how am I doing? Also, I would like to know if MIT considers the 9th grade during applications because this year has been a bit of a rocky start.</p>
<p>Next Year's Schedule (Sophomore):</p>
<p>AP World History
AP Chemistry
AP Calculus BC
Physics 1 Honors
French 2
English Honors</p>
<p>Do you think I'm starting to provide a good foundation for vying to become a member at MIT?</p>
<p>MIT only takes the best of the best, so work hard and do well in your (MANY!) AP courses and I’m sure you’ll be fine.</p>
<p>I don’t think that two core science courses in your sophomore year are the best choice. It’s unclear what you’ll be doing in math and science by the time you’re a senior. There’s little merit in “placing” out of core science courses or advanced math (beyond first year calculus) at universities such as MIT. The college courses are taught with a different and deeper focus.</p>
<p>Consider a more rounded program – perhaps by taking a visual or performing art course, and continuing with it through your senior year. Or if that’s not possible at your school, what about a “shop” or technical theater. The idea is to become proficient in a high school setting outside of academics.</p>
<p>BC Calc sophomore year is very good…but dont start thinking about how you look to colleges. Just do what you love and learn as much as you can</p>