AP: Above and beyond

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By Sierra Mask
February 7, 2010
Filed under Knight Life

The abbreviation AP stands for Advanced Placement — a series of subject examinations administered by The College Board in cooperation with high schools and colleges across the country.

Although the exams are open to all students, AP classes are those that make you want to go above and beyond. Students who take these classes are those that can handle a lot of work to achieve something great.

AP classes are similar to college, or university-level survey courses, in terms of depth of coverage and the reading required. Those who score well on the AP exam can receive advanced standing, credit, or both from the college they plan to attend. These classes are given at a 5-point GPA scale and can either hurt or help your GPA.

Either way, they are great classes to take, especially if you’re good at a certain subject. Also, when applying for colleges, this looks great on transcripts.