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Ainsleigh
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How many science related classes should one take during highschool if you are interested in a STEM related carr\n
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Nawon Choi
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Hi Ainsleigh,
It's so great that you have an idea of what area you want to pursue as a career!
I would say—take as many science-related courses as you are interested in taking. There is no "magic number" of high school science courses you should take, but the more you learn about different topics within STEM, the more you will be able to hone in on what specifically you want to pursue. Use this time in high school to explore as many interests as you can. This could also expand beyond school courses, but also to extracurricular activities such as clubs or after-school programs.
Also, taking more STEM courses would definitely help in showing colleges your interest in the field, which could help you get into specific STEM-related college programs or schools (but definitely NOT a guarantee that more courses = higher chance).
Hope this helps!
It's so great that you have an idea of what area you want to pursue as a career!
I would say—take as many science-related courses as you are interested in taking. There is no "magic number" of high school science courses you should take, but the more you learn about different topics within STEM, the more you will be able to hone in on what specifically you want to pursue. Use this time in high school to explore as many interests as you can. This could also expand beyond school courses, but also to extracurricular activities such as clubs or after-school programs.
Also, taking more STEM courses would definitely help in showing colleges your interest in the field, which could help you get into specific STEM-related college programs or schools (but definitely NOT a guarantee that more courses = higher chance).
Hope this helps!
Bhavin Narotam
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It is good that you found the interest this early. Like someone else said there is not magic number of classes. Take as many stem classes as you can, but take a variation of them. Branch out and try different things to expand your knowledge and interest. Even joining clubs and organizations would be a great way to applying and expanding your knowledge.
Todd E
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Hi Ainsleigh,
I wouldn't focus on a specific number of STEM courses, but instead explore which would directly benefit you most based on which career interests you most. Try to understand yourself well and research different stem pathways online to help delineate which to pursue.
Our modern technology capabilities lends itself to learn outside of the classroom, so I would also look into supplementing your traditional classroom learning. Here is an article link which may help if exploring further: https://teachmag.com/archives/10644
I wouldn't focus on a specific number of STEM courses, but instead explore which would directly benefit you most based on which career interests you most. Try to understand yourself well and research different stem pathways online to help delineate which to pursue.
Our modern technology capabilities lends itself to learn outside of the classroom, so I would also look into supplementing your traditional classroom learning. Here is an article link which may help if exploring further: https://teachmag.com/archives/10644
Amber Steeves
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I would say that you should take the requirement of courses needed to complete your high school credentials and then take the amount of courses that you need to get into a STEM focused college. I would recommend to look at the STEM majors that you're interested in and see how many high school science credits that they require or ask that you have prior to enrolling. If science makes you happy, then take as many science courses that you would like. I would this on a Texas education website- "To earn a STEM endorsement in science, a student must successfully complete a total of five courses: biology, chemistry, physics, and two additional science courses."
Source- https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/HB5_Endorsement_FAQ.pdf
Source- https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/HB5_Endorsement_FAQ.pdf
Priyanka Shah
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Hi Ainsleigh,
It is always good to take courses in high-school if you are interested in it. My personal advise would be, if you are thinking to make career in STEM, you should definitely take as many course as you'd like. Because, first thing - you will know whether you are really liking STEM courses or not. if you are not enjoying, then you can rethink about your career path. And if you are really enjoying those courses, then you will have better understanding of STEM degree.
It is always good to take courses in high-school if you are interested in it. My personal advise would be, if you are thinking to make career in STEM, you should definitely take as many course as you'd like. Because, first thing - you will know whether you are really liking STEM courses or not. if you are not enjoying, then you can rethink about your career path. And if you are really enjoying those courses, then you will have better understanding of STEM degree.