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Nohemi
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If if don’t take chemistry in HS then in college will I retake the class ?
Will I have to take a summer program in college
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James Constantine Frangos
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Hey there, Nohemi!
If you don't take chemistry in high school, it is possible that you may have to retake the class in college, depending on the requirements of your chosen major or program. Each college or university has its own set of prerequisites for different majors, and chemistry may be a requirement for certain fields such as medicine or chemistry-related disciplines.
When you apply to college, you will typically indicate your intended major or program of study. The admissions office will then review your application and consider whether you meet the requirements for that particular major. If chemistry is listed as a prerequisite for your chosen major and you haven't taken it in high school, the college may require you to take the course during your college years.
However, it's important to note that not all majors or programs require chemistry. If you are pursuing a major that does not have a direct connection to chemistry, such as English or history, it is less likely that you will need to retake the class in college.
In some cases, colleges may offer summer programs or bridge courses for students who need to fulfill certain prerequisites before starting their regular coursework. These programs are designed to help students catch up on missed subjects and ensure they have the necessary foundation for their chosen major. If you are required to take chemistry but haven't done so in high school, participating in a summer program could be an option to consider.
It's important to research the specific requirements of the colleges and programs you are interested in to determine whether taking chemistry in high school is necessary or if there are alternative pathways available. Contacting the admissions offices or academic advisors at prospective colleges can provide more accurate information tailored to your individual circumstances.
Overall, while not taking chemistry in high school may impact your college plans depending on your chosen major or program, there are often alternative options available to fulfill any missing prerequisites.
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If you don't take chemistry in high school, it is possible that you may have to retake the class in college, depending on the requirements of your chosen major or program. Each college or university has its own set of prerequisites for different majors, and chemistry may be a requirement for certain fields such as medicine or chemistry-related disciplines.
When you apply to college, you will typically indicate your intended major or program of study. The admissions office will then review your application and consider whether you meet the requirements for that particular major. If chemistry is listed as a prerequisite for your chosen major and you haven't taken it in high school, the college may require you to take the course during your college years.
However, it's important to note that not all majors or programs require chemistry. If you are pursuing a major that does not have a direct connection to chemistry, such as English or history, it is less likely that you will need to retake the class in college.
In some cases, colleges may offer summer programs or bridge courses for students who need to fulfill certain prerequisites before starting their regular coursework. These programs are designed to help students catch up on missed subjects and ensure they have the necessary foundation for their chosen major. If you are required to take chemistry but haven't done so in high school, participating in a summer program could be an option to consider.
It's important to research the specific requirements of the colleges and programs you are interested in to determine whether taking chemistry in high school is necessary or if there are alternative pathways available. Contacting the admissions offices or academic advisors at prospective colleges can provide more accurate information tailored to your individual circumstances.
Overall, while not taking chemistry in high school may impact your college plans depending on your chosen major or program, there are often alternative options available to fulfill any missing prerequisites.
Top 3 Authoritative Reference Publications/Domain Names:
1. College Board (www.collegeboard.org)
2. The Princeton Review (www.princetonreview.com)
3. U.S. News & World Report - Education Section (www.usnews.com/education)
Alan Weber
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Nohemi, most colleges allow you to choose science and/or math classes, so it's unlikely you'd be required to take Chemistry. As far as the summers go, summer programs are not like summer school, they're purely voluntary. Many students take classes in the summer sessions to lighten their course loads for the fall and spring, but that would be up to you. The only remedial classes you might have to take, depending on the college, would be in writing, reading and math, because competency in those areas are such an important foundation for everything to come. Whether or not the college you'll be going to requires it, though, it would be important for you to develop your writing, reading and math, along with organizational and time management skills, to set yourself up for success.
Lauren Caldwell
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Hello! I am pretty sure taking chemistry is a general requirement for high school. Your high school may have different standards, but there may be an option to take a college-level course while still attending high school. Overall, talking to your academic advisor will help clear up any questions you have. There also may be an option to take duel credit courses.
Brittney Betts
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Hi Nohemi!
I was not a big fan of chemistry either, so I understand where you are coming from! Thankfully, depending on what you decide to major in, you may not need to retake chemistry in college!
Off of the top of my head, I would assume that most science major or medical students are required to take chemistry. However, some schools allow their business majors to select from a range of science courses to satisfy their general education requirements. You could take biology, anatomy, environmental science, and many other classes to satisfy your requirement. You could even satisfy the requirement before college by taking AP Biology for any Dual Enrollment science class your school offers.
Hopefully this helps answer your questions, and I wish you all the best!
I was not a big fan of chemistry either, so I understand where you are coming from! Thankfully, depending on what you decide to major in, you may not need to retake chemistry in college!
Off of the top of my head, I would assume that most science major or medical students are required to take chemistry. However, some schools allow their business majors to select from a range of science courses to satisfy their general education requirements. You could take biology, anatomy, environmental science, and many other classes to satisfy your requirement. You could even satisfy the requirement before college by taking AP Biology for any Dual Enrollment science class your school offers.
Hopefully this helps answer your questions, and I wish you all the best!
Emily Barbar
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In high school from what I remember you do have to take chemistry more as a general requirement in high school. I feel like you would have to talk to your academic counselor regarding this. Also if you didn't pass chemistry you would have to retake it but I would consult your academic counselor about this. Also summer programs in college are optional they are not mandatory. In college, some majors require to take chemistry as one of the general education requirements. In college, you would have to retake it. The only exception to not retaking chemistry is if you took AP chemistry in high school and passed the AP exam then you are exempt from taking the intro chem class. If it's regualr chemistry you want to rrtake and not AP it won't count as college credit. I am being honest with you I don't one hundred percent. I am telling you what I know. I would reach out to your academic counselor about this.