<p>So I'm a junior and I'm taking Honors Pre-Calculus this year, and I absolutely hate math. I really don't want to take Calculus next year, but if it really matters to college then I guess I can just sweat it out and take it. </p>
<p>So what do you think? Is it really that important to take? I probably won't be applying to any really selective schools (maybe one just for the heck of it) but my math teachers are making it seem like I'm making a huge mistake. Thanks for the help!</p>
<p>in short YES</p>
<p>in long... depends on what schools you're applying to</p>
<p>Most state schools only require 3 years of math</p>
<p>if your planning on majoring in the sciences/engineering fields...this definetly will be a problem for any school you're applying too...</p>
<p>It hurts if you plan on majoring in something that is math oriented or requires a really strong foundation in mathematics. Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or any other science related applicants are expected to take either a four year advance math course (AP Calculus AB, BC) or can opt to take an alternative such as Discrete Mathematics or even AP Statistics.</p>
<p>But if you were going to major in History, Legal Studies, Psychology, or English, then it would not be a glaring issue and has no bearing on you being admitted or not.</p>