The Advanced Placement Program® (AP) is an academic program that gives students an opportunity to do college-level coursework while still in high school. There are 38 AP courses available in a wide range of subjects. AP Exams are given each year in May.
Here are some reasons for students to take AP courses and exams:
- College admission officers look for challenging courses—such as AP classes—on applications.
- Many colleges grant credit, placement in advanced college classes, or both for qualifying scores on AP Exams.
- AP courses give students a chance to build the academic skills they need in college.
- AP courses engage and challenge students and let them see what college courses will be like.
Find colleges and universities that offer credit or placement for qualifying AP scores.
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AP Coordinator Hotline 877-274-6474
International AP Coordinators +1 212-632-1781
Students/Parents/Teachers 888-Call4AP
AP Course Audit Help Line 877-APHELP-0
AP Course Audit Help Line (International) +1 541-246-2500
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