What is Advanced Placement?
Advanced Placement is a program of college-level courses and exams that gives high school students the opportunity to receive advanced placement and/or credit in college. The content of these college-level courses is determined by the College Board.
Why Take an AP Class?
AP examinations offer students the following benefits:
How Do AP Exams Work?
Every examination receives an overall grade on a five-point scale:
Extremely Well Qualified |
5 |
Well Qualified |
4 |
Qualified |
3 |
Possibly Qualified |
2 |
No Recommendation |
1 |
Scoring 3, 4 or 5 on an exam is considered an "honor grade." Colleges typically place greater emphasis on AP exam results that have earned honor grades. In addition, the College Board has an AP Scholar recognition program that honors those students who meet defined standards on AP exams.