What classes should I take in high school if I want to be a business major in college?

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Generally, for business majors, I would suggest taking 4 years of math as opposed to the 3 years that most high schools require. Even Wharton's website says they like to see applicants have "a strong preparation in math, particularly calculus." If you're able to take AP Calc (AB or BC) or even AP Stats, then that would be good courses to take if you want to major in business.

It is also important to have a good grasp of the English language in business, so advanced English classes like AP English Language (not AP Lit, that's more for humanities majors), would be good for you. You might also want to take at least 3 years of a foreign language, especially if you want to look into international business.

Some other classes that could be beneficial to you include AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics (or any other econ class), accounting classes, entrepreneurship classes, marketing classes, or any other business-related class.

If you have room in your schedule, you may also want to take computer science or general computer classes. Comp sci is an ever-growing field that is used in the business world, so having some knowledge of it can be beneficial to you.

Note that the class suggestions I have made in this comment may or may not apply to you if the courses I list are not offered at your school. No one student's schedule is the same, so don't stress if you can't take an extra year of a language or an accounting class because of another requirement.