Texas A&M AP Credit Policy

Hey everyone, I've been taking a bunch of AP classes and I'm hoping to get college credit at Texas A&M. Does anyone know their policy? Like, what minimum AP score they accept and how they apply the credits to your degree requirements?

Hello! Texas A&M University accepts both AP and IB scores for college credit, with the specific credit you receive dependent on the exam subject and your score.

For AP exams, Texas A&M typically grants credit for scores of 3 , 4, or 5, although some majors may require a 4 or 5 in certain subject areas. How AP credits are applied to your degree plan is determined by your college and major. For example, AP Microeconomics with a score of 4 or 5 gives you ECON 202 credit which fulfills an economics requirement in certain business majors.

I advise checking the Texas A&M AP Credit Policy online which has a comprehensive list of AP exams, the required scores for credit, and the course equivalencies. Knowing how these credits fit into your degree plan can help you make a strategic choice of AP classes and ensure that credits will count towards your major or general education requirements. Additionally, you should reach out to the school's admissions office or academic advising for further clarification on how these credits may apply to your specific degree.

It is worth noting that while AP credit can be a great way to get ahead in your degree or lighten your course load, some students choose to retake certain classes in college to reinforce their foundation in the subject, especially if it's critical to their major. This decision depends on your comfort level with the material and your long-term academic plan.