<p>I'm currently a junior, and I have a dilemma regarding my senior classes.</p>
<p>I'm currently set on taking four classes next year. Beyond these, I have very few AP classes left. Therefore, my question is, how do highly selective colleges view the senior schedule? If I only take four classes (all AP level) at my high school, but also one at an university, will that be fine? Or should I fill in a couple more spots with my remaining AP courses?</p>
<p>Highly selective colleges will look to see that you took the most challenging courses offered by your HS. 4 classes would not be enough, and if the only option is to take 1 or 2 classes elsewhere, like at a local U, then you should look at that. If your HS doesn’t have a program for advanced students to take classes at a University, then you should consider looking at other classes your school offers to broaden your horizons beyond the core classes. For example, if you are heavy on math and science, consider taking psychology or economics or government electives.</p>
<p>Thank you for your reply. Unfortunately, balancing university and high school schedules is extremely difficult and unpredictable for me. One alternative I’m thinking about is taking University-level courses via Stanford’s EPGY. Will they be sufficient replacements for HS courses?</p>
<p>Only look into the University path if that is an option your high school gives you. In our HS, students can take advanced math at the local U and our HS covers tuition. If you don’t have the option, you are not expected to fund university classes while in HS.</p>
<p>This will not be enough, Make sure you are filling your graduation requirements (ex: health or something), Also, do something you like to do like a Drawing class because it is you last year of high school.</p>