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[Video] How Many AP Classes to Take

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Written by Ian Brook Fisheron May 6th, 2020

Ian Brook Fisher comes to College Coach with a unique history as an educational advisor. A graduate of Reed College with a Master’s from Stanford University, Ian discovered his passion for admissions work while still a student. Reading applications and interviewing students during his senior year at Reed, he was immediately recruited to join the admissions department as a full-fledged officer, working with students from the southwestern United States and Asia. His diverse educational experience has helped him successfully guide students of all interests, from those looking at large state schools, to others interested in small liberal arts colleges and the Ivy League. Ian holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Reed College and a master’s degree in policy, organization, and leadership studies from Stanford University.

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How many AP classes should you take? The answer, like many in the college admissions world is, “It depends.” In this installment of the Bright Horizons College Coach video series, Ask the College Admissions Expert, former Reed College admissions officer, Ian Fisher, guides students and parents through how to answer this question for themselves. Ian discusses how a student can draw the line between a challenging and an overwhelming curriculum, and delves into the real role AP courses play in a college admission decision. After checking out this video, don’t forget to subscribe to the College Coach YouTube Channel to keep up to date on all the latest college planning tips from our college admissions and finance experts.
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