When evaluating a high school transcript, highly selective colleges often pay significant attention to 'course rigor.' What does an advisor understand this to mean beyond simply a high GPA?

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B) The difficulty and challenge of the academic program a student has pursued, including AP, IB, dual enrollment, or honors courses, relative to what's available at their school.. Course rigor refers to the intellectual challenge a student has undertaken within their high school curriculum. Colleges want to see that students have challenged themselves with the most demanding courses available to them, preparing them for college-level academics, not just achieved high grades in easy classes.

When evaluating a high school transcript, highly selective colleges often pay significant attention to 'course rigor.' What does an advisor understand this to mean beyond simply a high GPA?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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