<p>so I am a high school senior who's planning on transferring to IVY schools.
My dream schools are Columbia and UPenn.
I plan on studying economics or business (Wharton, if possible)
So, for my freshman year, what classes should I take in order for the colleges to consider my course load as "strong"/ "outstanding"?
I would really appreciate if you tell me about 10-15 classes!
(Assume what you rec. are offered in the college that I will be attending durin the frosh yr)</p>
<p>This can vary based on your school and its offerings.
Choose classes you feel are going to be beneficial to your education, get involved in extracurricular activities related to business and economics if you are truly interested in it.</p>
<p>Math courses are must. What's the highest math you took? You probably want to start at Calc I (higher the better) for the first math course, and take math courses every quarter/semester all the way up to Differential Equation (or higher if possible).</p>
<p>Take all the possible Econ classes (Macro-, Microeconomics as well as econ history).</p>
<p>Take Computer Programming classes (C, JAVA, etc.). </p>
<p>Calculus-based physics to show them that you are able to apply quantitave skills into real-life situation. Plus, calc-physics is really hard and getting an A in it will show your strong academic ability/potential.</p>
<p>Take Critical Thinking/Writing class for English (Honors if possible)</p>
<p>Foreign Language is always a plus, and they can be challenging as you go up the level.</p>
<p>I remember those two colleges making recommendations for prospective transfers. </p>
<p>*EDIT I just checked. Yes, Wharton makes very specific requirements. You should follow those first before anything.</p>
<p>*EDIT 2 This should help:</p>
<p>science courses with labs. (multiple)</p>
<p>How strong is this first semester, and what classes should i be taking on the next semester?
Major Economics. Attending CCC.</p>
<p>Microeconomics 3 cr
Macroeconomics 3 cr
American Gov. 3 cr
Italian 1 5 cr</p>