Bored with the Bard?
Most universities require some sort of humanities course in order to graduate. And since English is such a popular major, there's a wide variety of classes you can take. Maybe Shakespeare wasn't your thing in high school, or right now you've got your heart set on examining Emily Dickinson—the choice is yours. But be sure to review all course offerings before you commit. Consult your pre-med advisor to see what courses they recommend—not just what looks good on a transcript, but courses that provide you with a strong skill set.

Easy A? No Way!
If you hear about a course that's an easy A, you're probably wasting your time. While there's nothing wrong with getting a great grade (as sensitive as your GPA may be), try actually gaining one. Take a challenging course that teaches you something valuable—not one you'll breeze through. Let's put it this way: if your course books are still wrapped in plastic at the end of the semester, you've accomplished nothing.

Get Your Hardhat
Not construction—deconstruction! The right English course will teach you how to tear apart passages and really understand the main points. You'll also want to develop a holistic approach to literature—meaning you see the whole picture whenever you read something. A course like this can really give you skills that will help increase your MCAT Verbal score. And if you take this class in your first year of college, it can give you analytical skills that you'll be able to carry over to your science courses. Don't take your humanities course lightly—this can mean some serious stuff when it comes to the MCAT.

No Need to Sigh
Okay, so it's not science. But it's a nice break, isn't it? Think of English as a helpful departure from the laboratory. In a way, it's a different kind of lab. You'll improve your writing, expose yourself to new literature, and build on your ability to think critically.