How Do I Maximize My Chances for Success at UK as a
Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics Major?
Suggested Course of High School Studies:
Note: Honors or Advanced Placement Courses ALWAYS are Recommended
Freshman Year:
English
Social Studies
Foreign Language
Mathematics: Algebra 1 or Geometry or Algebra II
Science: Physics or Physical Science or Chemistry or Biology
Sophomore Year:
English
Social Studies
Foreign Language
Mathematics: Geometry or Algebra II or Pre-Calculus
Science: Physics or Chemistry or Biology
Elective: Mathematics or Science (if offered)
Junior Year:
English
Social Studies
Foreign Language
Mathematics: Algebra II or Pre-Calculus or Calculus (AB)
Science: Physics or Chemistry or Biology (Advanced or AP level course)
Elective: Advanced Mathematics or Science Course
Senior Year: (This is THE most important year)
English
Social Studies
Foreign Language
Mathematics: Pre-Calculus or Calculus (AB) or Calculus (BC) or Calculus III (Differential Equations or Linear Algebra Sequence)
Science: Physics or Chemistry or Biology (Advanced or AP level course)
Elective: Advanced Mathematics or Science Course
ACT and/or SAT are recommended in Spring of Junior Year.
Suggested Scores:
ACT = 23 or higher (composite)
SAT = 560 (Verbal), 540 (Math), 1100 (total) or higher