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IB vs AP: Which One Should You Take?

AdmissionSight

If you’re looking to challenge yourself academically in high school, two standout programs are the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP). Caught between IB vs AP? AP lets you choose courses based on your interests and strengths, helping you tailor an academic path that fits your goals.

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AP Scores and College Credit

Humbach Education Consulting

Although this year AP tests were “non-traditional”, many colleges have said that they will still award AP credit ( see this list by Prompt ). AP scores will be available online beginning July 15. The college needs your official AP scores to award you any college credit.

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AP Scores and College Credit

Humbach Education Consulting

The college needs your official AP scores to award you any college credit. Additionally, your college may use these scores for placement purposes. Even if you do not receive credit, it’s important to send your official score report. Check with your college to confirm their policy on awarding AP credit.

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FAQs About AP Course Selections.Answered!

DC College Counseling

Every year, we get lots of questions from families about AP course selections. What are the benefits of an AP class? There are many advantages to taking an Advanced Placement course. Are there any drawbacks to taking an AP course? Some brave students may opt for another pathway to earning AP credit: self-study.

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Considerations for Taking AP Courses

Discovery College Consulting

As students consider theiroptions, they may be choosing from among several Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and they may wonder how many such courses to take. I recently attended a webinar in which both high school counselors and college admissions officers discussed the role of AP courses in college admissions.

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Spotlight on the New AP Precalculus Course

DC College Counseling

Why was AP Precalculus Created? For years, College Board has offered Advanced Placement courses in Calculus AB, Calculus BC, and Statistics. You might be able to fulfill a college math requirement if you successfully pass the AP Precalculus exam.

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Are AP Classes Worth it?

SSA Online College Prep

Advanced Placement classes offered by the College Board strike fear into the hearts of many students. AP classes can play a large role in college admissions, which incentivizes students’ enrollment, even if they don’t feel ready for college-level coursework.