Significance of AP Scholar Award?

Hey guys, I recently received an AP Scholar Award and was wondering how much it would actually impact my college applications. Is it considered a remarkable achievement, or do colleges not care much about it?

Hello! Congratulations on receiving the AP Scholar Award! While it's certainly an accomplishment you should feel proud of, its impact on your college applications may not be as significant as you might hope.

The AP Scholar Award is given based on the number of AP exams you've taken and the scores you've earned, so admissions officers will already see this information when they review your application and your AP scores. Because of this, the award itself doesn't necessarily add any new information to your application.

The real value in taking AP exams lies in demonstrating your willingness to challenge yourself academically and your ability to perform well in those challenging courses. When it comes to evaluating applicants, colleges are more focused on the rigor of your coursework, the grades you received in those courses, and how they align with your academic interests.

That said, it's still worth including the AP Scholar Award in your application, since it offers an easy way for admissions officers to quickly recognize your success in AP courses. Just remember, the true impact ultimately relies on the individual courses and scores in your academic profile, rather than the award itself. Good luck with your applications!