<p>I am wondering whether taking honors classes will lower my gpa as a pre-med student. Its not that I wont try harder compared to regular classes but I'm worried my grades would be lower than if I had taken regular classes, particularly in the sciences. I like the smaller classroom size and honors emphasis but want to make sure my grade doesn't suffer. I've been told that taking honors sciences classes (particularly biology) isn't a good decision for freshman year because of how in-depth the material is. I have taken Honors and AP Biology sophomore/junior years so I feel ready but advice and anxiety are telling me to keep away from such honors classes. This also applies to other Honors classes that I could take. Thanks</p>
<p>Have you asked the honors college specifically if the honors classes are more difficult or require more homework? At some schools, the course work isn’t “harder” (so no negative GPA impact), but the classes are smaller, more discussion based, more hands-on, etc.</p>