which course ahould i take at brown quiz

by Prof. Bernhard Wolff DDS 5 min read

How do I choose a course at Brown?

The Brown curriculum offers a robust and diverse set of course offerings from which students can choose. Of course the best way to decide upon courses is to discuss with your assigned academic/concentration advisor.

What type of student should go to Brown?

Brown students are curious, open-minded, creative thinkers (not necessarily artsy -- creative in all fields) and interested in the world around them. Open-minded and curious students who do not need rigid structure should attend Brown University.

What should I major in at Brown?

The most popular majors at Brown University include: Computer Science; Econometrics and Quantitative Economics; Biology/Biological Sciences, General; History, General; Applied Mathematics, General; International Relations and Affairs; Political Science and Government, General; English Language and Literature, General; ...

Does Brown accept 4 on AP?

No AP credit, but students with a score of 4 or 5 may enroll in Chemistry 0330 without taking the placement exam. Students with a score of 3 or lower should take the placement exam to determine appropriate course placement.

Is Brown the easiest Ivy?

Finally, there's Brown University — the least easy of the easiest Ivy Schools to get into. Many senior high school students are enticed to send their application to this institution for higher education.

Are Brown students happy?

Brown University has been named the 4th happiest and 6th most stressful school by Newsweek's The Daily Beast in its 3rd annual college rankings. Newsweek partnered with College Prowler to rank colleges on a number of hot topics--beauty, rigor, and affordability, to name just a few.

What did Emma Watson study at Brown?

While Watson didn't end up quitting the Harry Potter franchise, she did eventually prioritize her schooling. The Beauty and the Beast star eventually attended Brown University and earned a degree in English Literature. It was at Brown that Watson regained some normalcy in her life.

What is the least popular major at Brown?

Philosophy and Religious Studies (1.6%)

Does Brown accept by major?

In the Brown Questions section of the Common Application, we ask you to tell us your top choices of concentration (Brown language for major)—as far as you know at the time you apply. There are no quotas among concentrations and we do not admit students by academic interest.

How many APs should I take for Brown?

Because of this, you need to prepare for them the same way by taking AP® courses in each of the core subjects and excelling in them. You should aim to take 7-8 AP® classes as a minimum to be considered a competitive candidate for admission.

Does Harvard take APs?

Harvard only accepts AP® scores of 5 for course credit. If you have 4 scores of 5, you can opt to obtain Advanced Standing. You can use AP® credits to opt-out of lower-level classes. Harvard has general academic requirements that all students must take.

Does UCLA accept 3 AP scores?

UCLA awards college credit for AP exams with scores of three or higher.

For Non-Concentrators

  1. Students who would like an introduction to using computers might consider 0020.
  2. Students who want a one-semester course on programming that’s not as time-intensive as 0150 and 0170 might consider 0111.
  3. Students who want a one-semester course on data science might consider 0100.
  1. Students who would like an introduction to using computers might consider 0020.
  2. Students who want a one-semester course on programming that’s not as time-intensive as 0150 and 0170 might consider 0111.
  3. Students who want a one-semester course on data science might consider 0100.

Placement Based on Prior Background

  • Brown CS does not offer credit or placement for AP or IB courses. 0190is designed for students with prior experience on par with the AP-CS A exam. To take 0190, students must pass a placement process that runs in the summer (see the 0190 link for details). Many students with prior experience still take 0150 or 0170 (both cover new content; the latter uses a style of progra…
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Summary of The Courses

  • 0020 0020, offered in the fall, is for students who want an introduction to the use of computers that does not involve much programming. It is intended primarily for humanities concentrators and may not be used as part of a CS concentration. This course offers a broad view of the digital world and acquaints the student with a variety of applications and the underlying theory that driv…
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