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How many Ap?
How many Ap should i take to look good for colleges? Which ones?
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Sandy’s Answer
There isn't a specific number. As mentioned, choose AP courses and exams based on your interests, and you'll likely succeed. Most universities usually grant credit for scores above 3. While it's excellent to push yourself, avoid taking extremely difficult courses that could result in a low grade.
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Sandya’s Answer
I recommend choosing AP courses that motivate you to succeed in the AP exams. By passing these exams, you can skip some General Education credits in college, allowing you to concentrate on subjects that truly interest you. For instance, when I took AP Euro in high school, I was able to bypass a history class in college and took an engaging Sociology course instead. However, maintaining a high GPA is crucial, so if you're not confident in a subject like Chemistry and it might negatively impact your GPA, it's best to select AP courses where you feel more assured in keeping your GPA high.
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Fred’s Answer
It depends. Do you know what you want to major in once you get to college? If you are going to be a fine arts major, taking AP Calc won't be much help. Granted, if you do well on the AP exam, you may be able to get credit and thus have to take fewer classes in college. This could save you some money, and reduce your workload for a few semesters where you only take 4 instead of the usual 5 classes...
Take the AP classes that make sense. Take ones you are confident you will do well in. There is no reason to take an AP class you will struggle in and get a C.
Take the AP classes that make sense. Take ones you are confident you will do well in. There is no reason to take an AP class you will struggle in and get a C.
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Jackie’s Answer
If you're not sure whether you're ready for an AP level class, it's a good idea to chat with your teacher from the same or a similar subject you took last year. If you get along well with that teacher, ask for their thoughts on whether they think you'd do well in a more advanced class. Remember, the choice is up to you! Also, think about how many AP classes you want to take at once. It's best to space them out if possible. If your school lets you take an AP class as a sophomore, maybe start with just one. If that goes well, think about taking 2 or 3 during your junior year.