<p>Hi everyone, this may or may not be in the right place. I'm signing up for college classes for the spring semester right now. I'm trying to decide which class will give me the best chances of getting into colleges (bad reason to take a class, I know. Oh well.) Anyway, I know I'm taking Intro to Programming 2, since that's something I'm really interested in. I'm trying to decide on a second class.
My first inclination is Calc 3 (Already took Calc 2) But I'm debating whether it's really necessary. I'm thinking about majoring in Computer Science, but might end up somewhere else in science. So if anyone has a suggestion about what will look the best, or whether Calc 3 will suffice, that would be much appreciated! Thanks!</p>
<p>What are your choices beside Calc 3?
Calc 3 would definitely set you apart if you’re applying to a STEM school or for a STEM major.</p>
<p>I’m open to just about anything. Was also considering macro/micro economics or Spanish, which I had to quit this year for scheduling reasons.</p>
<p>I would guess that the CS curriculum at most schools will include Calc 3.</p>
<p>Do you have Spanish 3 (or equivalent)? Some schools require you to reach Level 3 in one foreign language.
Otherwise, take Calculus 3.
Can you take more than 2 college classes?</p>
<p>CS within an engineering division will almost certainly require calculus 3. However, CS not in an engineering division may not require calculus 3; discrete math and linear algebra are more commonly required. But note that at some schools, linear algebra and differential equations are combined into one course, so if they are separate courses at the college you will be attending, it is a good idea to take both to avoid partial transfer credit issues.</p>
<p>I took through my high school’s Spanish 4, is that what you’re talking about? Thanks!</p>
<p>If you have Spanish 4, then Calc 3 is the logical choice.</p>
<p>Can you take more than 2 college classes?</p>
<p>I could, to be honest I’m a bit fizzled out regarding college classes, and I’m doing some science competition-y stuff that I’d really love to have time for. Did you have something in mind that could look good?</p>
<p>If you’re busy already, don’t worry about it.
I was just thinking in terms of “personal interest” class unrelated to STEM, to show an inquisitive mind and breadth (many stem kids lack interest for history, art, etc, at least insofar as their HS career reveals, so showing an interest outside of your future major is always a bonus.) It could be anything you’re interested in and that isn’t too taxing yet shows another dimension of yourself and opens you to other ways of thinking and approaching problems - geometry in art, photography, psychology, women’s studies, etc, etc.
Calc 3 will definitely look good. :)</p>
<p>Thanks so much for the input, I really appreciate it!</p>