Foreign Language (two years are recommended) Language skills show that you can learn basics and you're preparing to work in the global economy. Many colleges require high school students to take at least two years of a foreign language, and some prefer three.

Arts Courses (take the arts as an essential part of your education) Arts courses broaden your understanding and appreciation of the world and develop your skills to see differences, figure out patterns, and examine how you make decisions. Types of classes: Art Dance Drama Music

Computer Science (take advantage of all opportunities) Computer technology can help you find more information and do schoolwork better and faster. Also, more and more college courses and jobs require a knowledge of computers.

Other Challenging Courses Types of classes: Economics Psychology Statistics Astronomy Research Projects and Independent Projects Oral and Written Communication