Q&A for How to Choose the Right Subjects at School

It depends entirely on the way your school ranks. Some schools rank students based on weighted GPAs, whereas others rely solely on unweighted GPAs. Grades are the most crucial for ranking. Try to get more A's. But for a weighted GPA, you should take as many weighted courses (for instance, AP exams and, at some schools, honors courses) as possible.

Talk to your teachers to better understand why your grades do not reflect your knowledge and effort. Are you studying terms solely to memorize them when your teacher expects you to know how to apply them? Is your teacher basing exam questions more on the textbook than in-class lectures or vice versa? Also, be sure that you are not leaving easy points on the table by failing to turn in assignments (or turning them in late). Class participation is another category that many teachers consider when calculating a final grade. Convince your teachers that you sincerely want to understand the material. Teachers are more likely to round up and offer extra credit to sincere students.

There are many definitions of success, but finding the intersection of what you love and are good at can often lead to a financially secure, fulfilling life. Start exploring your interests at a young age. Do not be afraid to try new things. There are countless fields and career paths you may not be familiar with as a high schooler, so don't be concerned if you are not passionate about one of your five core subjects. Be willing to join new clubs, try summer programs, and find internships in different fields until you find your path.

It depends on what grade you're in, what is required by your school, and what you're interested in. Most schools require math, English, and science as the core subjects.

Focus on taking as many science classes as you can: biology, chemistry, anatomy, etc. Take as many AP and college-prep courses as are available, and consider volunteering at a hospital in your area once you're old enough; it will look good on your college application, as well as providing you with behind-the-scenes experience as to how a medical facility operates.

Choose what you like and what interests you, try new subject that seems interesting to you. However, if you don't like it after the first two weeks, then drop it straight away because it will be hard to change after a while. Keep in mind that this is year 10, so you can completely change what you want in years 11 and 12, try new things in year 10 because after year 10 you don't have much time left to change. Bottom line is: try new things and do things that are easy for you and interest you.

Most major airlines require passes in English, mathematics, and physics. Any aerospace and/or aviation subjects should benefit you too.

Accounting, marketing, economics, management, public speaking, writing and composition, computer science, and any history course.

To become a computer developer, an individual must earn a degree in computer science, information technology, mathematics or a related discipline.