AP Awards Criteria

Hey y'all! I've been taking a few AP courses and I was wondering if anyone could explain the criteria for earning different AP awards, like the AP Scholar Award, AP Scholar with Honor, etc. Thanks in advance!

Hello! I'd be happy to explain the criteria for the different AP awards offered by the College Board. These awards recognize high school students who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in their AP courses and exams. Here's a breakdown of the various AP awards and their respective criteria:

1. AP Scholar: Granted to students who score a 3 or higher on three or more AP exams.

2. AP Scholar with Honor: Given to students who achieve an average score of at least 3.25 on all their AP exams (with no score lower than 3) and score a 3 or higher on four or more AP exams.

3. AP Scholar with Distinction: Awarded to students who achieve an average score of at least 3.5 on all their AP exams (with no score lower than 3) and score a 3 or higher on five or more AP exams.

4. State AP Scholar: Granted to one male and one female student in each U.S. state and the District of Columbia who have the highest average score on the highest number of AP exams (with a minimum of three exams and a score of 3 or higher).

5. National AP Scholar: Given to students in the United States who achieve an average score of at least 4 on all their AP exams and score a 4 or higher on eight or more AP exams.

6. AP International Diploma: Awarded to students who receive a score of 3 or higher on at least four AP exams, including two global perspective exams (e.g., AP World History), one science or math exam, and one English exam. Students must also be attending a university outside of their home country.

7. AP Capstone Diploma: Granted to students who successfully complete both AP Seminar and AP Research courses and achieve a score of 3 or higher on four additional AP exams of their choice. This diploma recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding research, collaboration, and communication skills.

8. AP Seminar and Research Certificate: Given to students who successfully complete both AP Seminar and AP Research courses, without taking additional AP exams.

Remember, AP awards are a great way to showcase your academic achievements on your college applications. However, they are just one part of a strong application, so make sure to balance your AP courses and exams with extracurricular activities, volunteering, and other experiences that demonstrate your interests and passions.

Good luck with your AP courses and exams!