AP exams

College credit assessments

AP exams are standardized tests administered by the College Board at the end of Advanced Placement high school courses.

Students who score well may receive college credit or advanced placement at universities: She took five AP exams junior year.

The tests cover subjects from calculus to art history, typically in May.

Scores range from 1 to 5, with 3 or higher generally considered passing.

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