Getting In podcast: Do colleges put more emphasis on GPA or tough coursework?

Do Colleges Want to See A’s or Tough Coursework? 

Do Colleges Want to See A’s or Tough Coursework? 

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The path to college.
Sept. 25 2015 2:13 PM

Getting In: Easy A’s vs. Hard B’s

Is it better to take the easy path and shine or the hard road and sweat?

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Host Julie Lythcott-Haims and expert Amy Young, the director of college counseling at Avenues New York, answer listener questions.

The first question, from a 10th-grader enrolled in an intense STEM program, wonders how she can appeal to a college with an arts and communications focus. The second question is from a parent who wonders whether colleges are more impressed by straight A’s in “regular” courses or B’s in AP and advanced classes. Plus, a sneak preview of our upcoming episode on crafting a great college essay.

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