Taking AP classes and exams can help students get ahead in high school and college.

• AP students learn essential time management and study skills for college and career success.

• They dig deeper into subjects that interest them and learn to tap their creativity and their problem-solving skills to address course challenges.

Stand out to colleges.

• Students who take AP courses send a signal to colleges that they’re serious about their education and that they’re willing to challenge themselves with rigorous coursework.

• 85% of selective colleges and universities report that a student’s AP experience favorably impacts admission decisions.

Succeed in college.

• Research shows that students who receive a score of 2 on their AP Exams are ready for college work.

• Research shows that students who receive a score of 3 or higher on AP Exams typically experience greater academic success in college and have higher graduation rates than their non-AP peers.

Save time and money in college.

• Most colleges and universities nationwide offer college credit, advanced placement, or both for qualifying AP Exam scores. This can mean:

  • Fulfilling graduation requirements early

  • Being able to skip introductory courses or required general education courses

Source: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap/ap-a-glance/discover-benefits