Earning AP Awards?

What does it take to earn an AP Award? Can someone explain the different award levels and what the requirements are for each? Thanks!

Certainly! The AP Program provides a variety of AP Awards to recognize high school students who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement through their performance on AP Exams. There are several types of awards that vary in criteria and recognition:

1. AP Scholar: To attain this award, you need to score a 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams.

2. AP Scholar with Honor: For this award, you should have an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more exams.

3. AP Scholar with Distinction: To receive this recognition, you need to have an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more exams.

4. AP International Diploma (APID): This award is for students who apply for university outside of the United States. To earn an APID, you must score a 3 or higher on five or more AP Exams across four content areas. The AP Exams must meet specific content requirements, which you can find on the College Board website: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/exam-administration-ordering-scores/scores/awards/international-diploma

5. AP Seminar and Research Certificate: This award is given to students who earn scores of 3 or higher on both AP Seminar and AP Research.

6. AP Capstone Diploma: To receive this prestigious diploma, you must score a 3 or higher in both AP Seminar and AP Research, as well as on four additional AP Exams of your choosing.

7. State and National AP Scholar Awards: These are recognition awards given to students with top AP performance in their U.S. state (AP State Scholar) or their graduating class within the United States (National AP Scholar). Requirements for these awards include particularly high average AP scores and a specific number of AP Exams with scores of 3 or higher. Specific criteria for these awards can be found on the College Board website.

For more info on AP Awards, check out the College Board site: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/awards-recognitions/ap-scholar-award

It's important to note that receiving an AP Award can be a valuable addition to your college applications, showcasing your academic dedication and ability to excel in rigorous courses. Good luck on your AP Exams!