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@bren
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 • 12 days ago •
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Latin as a language in high school
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At my high school, Latin is offered as a possible language you can take. I heard seniors saying that taking Latin is bad for your college admissions chances. I'm pretty sure that this isn't true already, but I just wanted to confirm

Does anyone have an expert opinion on this topic? Thank you

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@ItzTheRealShri
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 • 12 days ago

Taking Latin in high school is not necessarily bad for your college admissions chances. In fact, colleges often appreciate students who challenge themselves by studying less-common languages, as it can demonstrate intellectual curiosity and a strong work ethic. However, it's essential to consider your overall academic and extracurricular profile and how Latin fits into it.

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