Question by I hate Jay-Z: Do I need higher math or higher science like physics and calculus for Davis?
I know a girl from last year who got accepted in UC Davis. I look at her and she wasn’t even in Pre-Cal. She was in Algebra 2 and I think she was taking AP environmental science. I also realize that she was an officer of 3 clubs. She told me that she got a D in her transcript but she was still able to get accepted. Does this mean I can go to Davis just by getting involved in clubs and sports? I’m sick and tired of AP Statistics.
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Answer by UCB_Bearsworth
The answer to your question isn’t quite simple. She was probably accepted on other things besides her extracurricular alone such as her test scores, but the highest math you will need for the testing is Algebra II and trigonometry. Her extracurricular activities also improved her chances, especially since she was an officer. All in all, I would suggest doing your best in whatever course you take. You don’t have to take all higher courses, but the UC system will give you more points for taking harder courses. Funny, I’m writing a blog about this. You should check it out. Ask away there I don’t mind!
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Regardless of the school you decide to attend, what does matter is the degree plan for what you want to major in. If you want to become a scientist, a doctor, or an accountant, then lots of math is required. UC Davis does not specifically require lots of Math or Science unless your specific degree plan calls for it. Best idea is to determine your major and then compare it to the school requirements that can easily be found in their course catalog.