AP Credit at Coast Guard Academy?

I'm curious if the Coast Guard Academy accepts AP credits. I've taken several AP courses in high school and would love to know if they'll count towards anything if I get in. Any insights?

Yes, the United States Coast Guard Academy does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credit from high school students, provided they scored sufficiently high on their AP exams. However, the acceptance of these credits tends to vary depending on the specific course and the department at the Academy.

To understand how AP credit generally works at the Coast Guard Academy, if a student scores a 4 or a 5 on an AP exam in a subject that correlates to a course in the Academy's curriculum, the student may gain advanced placement or course credit. However, some departments may only award credit if a student receives a score of 5.

It's also important to note that the acceptance of AP credit does not reduce the four years you'll spend at the Academy. Instead, it allows you more flexibility in your academic schedule to possibly take more advanced or elective courses in your area of interest.

I would recommend reaching out to the Admissions Office at the Coast Guard Academy directly for more specific and detailed guidelines on their AP credit policies. Also, check on the College Board’s site on the AP Credit Policy Search to see if the Coast Guard Academy’s AP policies are listed there.

Remember, even if your AP scores don't end up counting for credit, they can still demonstrate your readiness for college-level work and your commitment to academic rigor, which can positively impact your admissions decision.