AP courses

High school accelerated

AP courses are college-level classes offered in American high schools, administered by the College Board.

Students who pass the standardized exam at the end may receive college credit, potentially saving tuition costs and time.

The courses cover subjects from calculus to art history: She's taking three AP courses this semester.

AP stands for Advanced Placement.

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AP coursesremedial courses

Instruction addressing academic gaps

introductory courses

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AP coursesvocational courses

Job-focused educational programs

work-study programs · electives

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AP coursesvocational courses

Job-focused educational programs

practical arts · shop class

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