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Are College classes better than AP classes What advice is best before attending college?
I want to know the best tips as a high schooler before entering college.
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Karin P.
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Hi Usman,
It is recommended to take AP classes in high-school for a variety of reasons. First of all, passing AP classes shows that you can take on more challenging classes and are ready for college-level work. AP classes can also lift your high-school GPA and make you more competitive for college applications.
When you get to college, it will depend on the institution and possibly your major how AP classes are seen. In some cases you will get full college credit for your AP classes if you scored a grade of 4 or 5. In other cases, AP classes will affect your placement, i.e. you can get into higher level classes, but not for credits. Some colleges or programs will not accept AP classes for credit or placement at all.
AP classes are typically seen as less rigorous than the corresponding college classes. How big the gap is will depend on your high-school as well as your college. Obviously, you would prefer to get credit for AP classes you have already taken and save some tuition money in the process. On the other hand, you don't want to start with less than ideal preparation for courses in your major. I would recommend to accept credit for gen ed AP classes but to take or re-take classes in your major at the college level (if you can afford it) so you have the best possible preparation for the higher-level classes.
I hope this helps! All the best to you!
KP
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It is recommended to take AP classes in high-school for a variety of reasons. First of all, passing AP classes shows that you can take on more challenging classes and are ready for college-level work. AP classes can also lift your high-school GPA and make you more competitive for college applications.
When you get to college, it will depend on the institution and possibly your major how AP classes are seen. In some cases you will get full college credit for your AP classes if you scored a grade of 4 or 5. In other cases, AP classes will affect your placement, i.e. you can get into higher level classes, but not for credits. Some colleges or programs will not accept AP classes for credit or placement at all.
AP classes are typically seen as less rigorous than the corresponding college classes. How big the gap is will depend on your high-school as well as your college. Obviously, you would prefer to get credit for AP classes you have already taken and save some tuition money in the process. On the other hand, you don't want to start with less than ideal preparation for courses in your major. I would recommend to accept credit for gen ed AP classes but to take or re-take classes in your major at the college level (if you can afford it) so you have the best possible preparation for the higher-level classes.
I hope this helps! All the best to you!
KP
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