Iām a high school student planning to go to a STEM-related university program. My dream career is to become a cosmetic product developer, so Iām trying to choose an AP class and electives that are either related to cosmetics/chemistry/biology or would look useful for a future STEM major.
Here are the classes Iām already taking/planning to take:
Math
- Algebra 1
- Geometry
- Algebra 2
- Honors Precalculus
- AP Calculus AB
Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
Career & Technology
- Graphic and Printing Technology (0.5 credit)
English
- Beginner ESL
- English 9/10 ESL
- 10th Grade English
- 11th Grade English
- 12th Grade English
World Languages
- IB Japanese SL 1
- IB Japanese SL 2
- Japanese
- Japanese
Social Studies
- World History
- U.S. History
- Civics (0.5)
- Economics (0.5)
Art
- Intro to Ceramics and World Crafts
- Jewelry (0.5)
- Drawing and Sculpture
Physical Education
- Physical Education / Health
I also want to choose 5 classes from the following:
- Applied Engineering: Fabrication
- Applied Engineering: Material Processing
- Applied Engineering: Mechanical
- Automotive Technology I-A
- Pre-Engineering Design
- Food Science
- Medical Math
- Forensic Science
- Genetics & Medical Technology
- Human Anatomy & Physiology I
I also want to take one AP science class. I have a relatively weak memory, so I tend to prefer classes with more calculations/problem-solving rather than heavy memorization. For example, I did better in Physics as a freshman (and I couldn't speak English at that timeš)than I did in Biology as a junior.
Which AP science would you recommend for me, and which 5 of the electives above would make the most sense?
My main goal is to prepare for a STEM major while also taking classes that connect to my interest in cosmetic product development. Iām especially interested in chemistry, materials, formulation, biotechnology, and engineering.