[sumwinter13]

Am currently a sophomore in high school, and I plan to become a fashion journalist one day. I've done some research about the profession and I definitely view it as something I want to pursue in the future.

I would like to go to Columbia in NYC, but what other colleges have good journalism programs?

I probably want to major in fashion journalism.

So now, I just need to consider high school courses to take. I currently have the four, main, core classes, Spanish (by the end of high school I will have 5 years of it) and Drawing and Painting(elective)

As for my math, I have geometry and eventually I will end up in calculus in my senior year. I am in English CP( College Prep), US History CP, Biology CP, and Drivers Ed/ Gym.

I need to know what courses I should take next year or (switch into this year) to get into a good university.

I am planning to take journalism, and hopefully become part of the school newspaper/ yearbook.

Please tell me if I am following the right path, and advice/criticism is appreciated (:

I also do soccer in the fall, but should I get into any other extracurricular activities? BTW, I'm 15.

[Wondergirl]

If I were you, I would add psychology and sociology courses. Northwestern U in Evanston, IL has a terrific grad program in journalism, so check out their undergrad offerings.

[XOXOlove]

An english class for all 4 years of high school is good. Also try taking other classes that are similar like creative writing. It's good how you are joining the school newspaper team. Try writing other things as well. Reading a lot and keeping a journal is a great thing to prepare you. If you want to go to columiba you should try getting a good score on your SAT. get an SAT book and practice. There are many good colleges out there besides columbia also. Try reading about some online or speak to your school guidance councelor. Regular colleges are just as good as ivy league colleges.