Connections Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 If DS takes AP Chemistry, AP US History, AP Literature (all via online classes) and Latin 3 (Lukeion online), is it OK to only have a total of 6.5 academic credits for 10th grade? The remaining credits are Honors Algebra II, Honors Apologetics, and 1/2 credit of Honors Geometry. Right now DS is not aiming top-tier but would like to be in the running for academic scholarships. It is his goal to test out of as many general education classes (via AP) as possible so he can double major and double minor. He is making decisions based on his target school (which, as a 10th grader, we both know may change). Thanks for your thoughts, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Perfectly fine. Quality is more important than quantity. At many schools, a kid would not be able to take more than this. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebbS Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Each State had it's own requirements but generally the number of credits to earn a standard diploma is between 20 and 24. I don't know of a States that requires more than 24 credits for a diploma though some could require more for specialized/advanced diplomas. So, you'll want to check your state requirements and make sure that you plan for the number of hours and cover all of the necessary subjects. Even though home schools don't usually fall under their state requirements, most colleges will expect applicants to have met them. That said, 6.5 hours for 10th grade is solid. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 You've got science (AP), 1 credit English (AP), 1 credit history (AP), 1 credit math, 1.5 credits foreign language, 1 credit academic elective, 1 credit That looks like a great plan! Imo, it's stronger than one with PE/health/band or other non-academic electives. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathy in Richmond Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 I agree with the others that your son's proposed schedule is very strong! Every admission officer I've spoken with said that they'd rather see 5 or 6 core academic credits done at a rigorous level than more, but weaker, credits. For grade 10, three AP classes, Lukeion 3, math, and apologetics fits the bill. He should be fine! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EndOfOrdinary Posted June 7, 2016 Share Posted June 7, 2016 It is REALLY easy for the average kid to have enough activity for a PE credit. You might be amazed once you write down the hours. It is one of those no-brainers which doesn't require much of the kid, but easy goes on a transcript if you are worried. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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