If you're wondering which classes to take during your next term or year of high school, we can help! In this article, we'll share tips on picking high school classes while navigating your interests and post-high school path. 

Talk to your college counselor

If you need help picking classes, be sure to talk with your counselor—especially if you’re interested in going to college. Your counselor can help you understand which classes you need both to graduate and to strengthen your chances of being admitted to the colleges you're interested in. Try making an appointment or stopping by their office with a list of class options to start the conversation!

Understand the admissions guidelines for your top colleges

Be sure you're informed about the academic requirements of each college you want to apply to. For example, some colleges may highly value experience in AP, IB, and Honors courses, while others may require multiple years of a second language in high school. These requirements are different depending on the college, so research on their websites to learn more!

Create a rigorous yet balanced schedule

While taking challenging high school classes can be a great way to boost your college applications and prepare for a college course load, taking too many during one term or year may be a bit overwhelming. Try to balance the amount of challenging classes you're taking, such as AP courses or dual enrollment classes, to make sure you're not spread too thin and still have the time and energy for other things, such as extracurricular activities, jobs or internships, spending time with loved ones, and resting.

Take classes that interest you

If your schedule allows room to take an elective class, choose one that interests you! Whether it's dancing ballet or working on the school newspaper, exploring your interests in high school can help you learn more about yourself and prepare to take your next step after high school. Before choosing an elective, be sure to double-check that it doesn't interfere with any core classes you need to graduate. 

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