Understanding AP Credit Policies at UCLA

Hi guys, hope you're all doing well. I'm considering UCLA for college and I've been taking AP classes in high school. How does UCLA take those into account? Can they be used for credit or to fulfill requirements? Does anyone know?

Absolutely, UCLA does recognize AP credits. Based on your AP exam scores, you might be able to earn college credits, bypass certain lower-division courses or satisfy certain degree requirements.

Typically, if you score a3 or more on an AP exam, you're eligible for some kind of credit at UCLA. The exact recognition and benefits may slightly vary depending on the specific course and the department where it's applicable. For example, a score of3 or higher in AP English literature or English Language and Composition can be used to satisfy UCLA's Entry Level Writing Requirement.However, there are some limits on how many AP credits can count toward your degree. Specifically, UCLA limits the total amount of credits you can earn through AP exams to70 semester (105 quarter) credits. So, if you've taken a large number of AP courses, bear in mind that not all of them may count toward your total number of college credits at UCLA.Also, remember the ultimate purpose of AP classes from an admissions perspective is to demonstrate your willingness and ability to tackle college-level work while in high school, which goes beyond just collecting credits to fulfill university requirements or graduate early.And to get more detailed and up-to-date information regarding AP credit policies, it's always a good idea to directly reach out to UCLA's admissions office or visit their official website.