About AP®

AP® can change your life. Through college-level AP® courses, you enter a universe of knowledge that might otherwise remain unexplored in high school; through AP Exams, you have the opportunity to earn credit or advanced standing at most of the nation's colleges and universities.

Why Participate?

With 34 courses and exams in 19 subject areas, AP® offers something for everyone. The only requirements are a strong curiosity about the subject you plan to study and the willingness to work hard. Here are just a few reasons to sign up:

Gain the Edge in College Preparation

• Get a head start on exactly the sort of work you will confront in college.
• Improve your writing skills and sharpen your problem-solving techniques.
• Develop the study habits necessary for tackling rigorous coursework.

Stand Out in the College Admissions Process

• Demonstrate your maturity and readiness for college.
• Show your willingness to push yourself to the limit.
• Emphasize your commitment to academic excellence.

Broaden Your Intellectual Horizons

• Explore the world from a variety of perspectives, most importantly your own.
• Study subjects in greater depth and detail.
• Assume the responsibility of reasoning, analyzing, and understanding for yourself.

How Do I Enroll?

Once you've decided to take the AP® challenge it's easy to enroll.

• Talk to an AP teacher or the AP® Coordinator at your school about the course you want to take. Discuss the course's workload and any preparation you might need.
• If you are a home-schooled student or attend a school that doesn't offer AP®, you can still participate. Each year hundreds of students participate through independent study. Some states even sponsor online AP® courses.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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