Every semester, Harvard students fight the ghosts of the overachievers they used to be that tell them taking 5 classes is a good idea. No matter that 4 courses was overwhelming last term—we’re smart, we can handle going above and beyond...right?

In case you were looking for advice and guidance before study card day (since we know your academic adviser isn’t giving you any), Flyby is here to help you out as you decide if 5 classes is the right choice for you. We know, we know, you’re totally the exception, that Gen Ed is going to be super easy, and you want to be able to take 3 classes senior spring. But just in case you still aren’t sure, here’s a flowchart to help you decide:{shortcode-e5a10bd43d33a3af242c5e09ed7437e396d65399}