I've taken several AP exams and did well on them. I've heard of AP Scholar awards, but what's the highest-level award someone can achieve? What are the requirements to earn this distinction?
Hey! So, the highest AP Scholar award is the "National AP Scholar" distinction. To earn this prestigious recognition, you have to meet the following criteria:
1. Have an average score of at least 4 on all AP exams taken.
2. Have a score of 4 or higher on eight or more AP exams.
Remember that these distinctions are awarded annually, so you'll need to meet the aforementioned criteria by the end of the May testing session each year. Keep in mind that although these awards look great on a college application, they won't single-handedly get you in, so make sure you still focus on your coursework, extracurricular activities, essays, and other aspects of your application.
Good luck, and congrats on doing well in your AP exams so far!
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