Do AP Test Scores Impact College Admissions?

Hey guys! Quick question here. How much do AP test scores actually impact college admissions? Do colleges care a lot about these scores when reviewing your application? Thanks in advance!

Hey there! In general, AP test scores have a relatively minimal direct impact on college admissions decisions. This is mostly because they typically aren't even seen by admissions officers until after the decisions have been made. This is because most students take AP tests in May, around the same time when decisions are being sent out.

However, that doesn't mean AP tests and courses aren't important in other ways. Advanced Placement courses themselves can show that you're pursuing a challenging curricular at your high school that prepares you for college-level work, and colleges definitely consider the rigor of your high school classes when making decisions.If you're performing well in these rigorous courses, it's a good sign to colleges.

Additionally, good test scores can be used to earn college credit, allowing you to skip some introductory-level courses once you're enrolled in college. In this sense, scoring high on AP tests can give you more flexibility in your college schedules.

I recommend that you focus on doing well in AP courses and testing for the potential college credit. It's less about the test scores themselves as a factor in admissions decisions and more about the overall rigorous coursework you're handling in high school. I hope this helps! Good luck!