Does the Naval Academy accept AP credit?

I'm planning out my AP courses and credits, trying to understand if AP credit is accepted at the Naval Academy. If anyone knows how they evaluate AP scores, it would be super helpful for my planning!

The United States Naval Academy does indeed accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits, but it doesn't have a blanket policy for all AP classes. They assess AP credits on a case-by-case basis. What this means is that when you get there, they'll examine the AP classes you took in high school, the scores you received, and the subject matter of those courses to determine if they align with the Naval Academy's curriculum.

For instance, a score of 4 or 5 on an AP Calculus BC exam would usually qualify for credits, while the same score on Pre-Calculus might not due to differences in the academic rigor and content. Other courses, particularly specialized or niche areas of study, might not have a corresponding course at the academy, so credit may not be awarded. Besides, it's not just about the grade you got or how well you did in the class, but whether the material you learned will be useful for your studies at the academy.

Also, while these credits may not always exempt you from classes, they can potentially place you in more advanced courses where applicable. For example, high AP scores in language courses could place you into upper-level language classes.

In conclusion, it's a good idea to aim high in your AP courses as the Naval Academy does value them, but keep in mind that not all your AP credit may directly translate to credits at the academy. If you want more specific information about the AP credit policy at the academy, reaching out directly to the admissions office at the Naval Academy is probably your best bet. They would be able to provide the most accurate information regarding which AP tests and scores they typically accept for credit.