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While not every student wants to take up part of their precious summer break by taking yet another class, summers present a prime chance for academic enhancement outside the pressures of the school year. For motivated students, taking a strategic summer class can help them develop academic skills, explore a potential college major, or dive into an additional area of interest. Whether in-person or online, a summer class can serve many purposes.
Here are 8 reasons why a student might consider enrolling in a summer course:
While giving up your break and extra costs require consideration, a summer class can pave the way for more enriching academic opportunities during the school year and potentially become valuable fit-to-major additions to your resume. Online platforms like
Coursera and
EdX offer specialized subjects at low costs. Your local community college may offer courses that check that satisfy a high school requirement.
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