<p>Yes to M’s Mom, and as a comparison, say another student in your D’s class has the same AP’s as she does, with the addition of 2 AP “fluffs”, while your D has choir, All-State chorus, and an excellent recommendation from her writing teacher. In my experience, top colleges are looking for the latter - the student who not only takes care of business in the classroom, but who excells in something he/she is passionate about.</p>