Hey guys, I'm trying to figure out what credits I can get from my AP courses. Do all colleges accept AP credits, or is it more of a school-specific thing?
Hey there! Not all colleges accept AP credits in the same way, so it is indeed more of a school-specific thing. Each college has its own policy for accepting AP credits, and these policies can vary quite a bit. Some colleges might give course credit, while others may not give credit but will use your AP scores for placement purposes. There are also colleges that may not consider AP scores at all.
To find out how a specific college handles AP credits, you can usually locate this information on the college's website, typically under their registrar or admissions page. Alternatively, you could try contacting the admissions office for more information.
Remember, it's not just whether a college accepts AP credits; some colleges have varying requirements for the minimum AP score needed to qualify for credit or placement. For example, some schools might need a score of 4 or 5, while others will accept a 3. There might also be a limit to the number of AP credits that a college accepts. So, make sure to look into the specific requirements of the colleges you're interested in.
Good luck navigating the AP credit process!
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