What are AP Exams?
AP stands for Advanced Placement. Through these exams, you can earn credit or an advanced standing at almost all colleges and universities. The AP exams have 34 courses and 19 exams. Taking such an exam allows students to get a head start on the work that they will have to do in college. It may also help you stand out more on your college applications. The subsection to this page deals with specific departments as well as information about participating in the exams: • Departmental Position Statements – This deals with each department and their comments on the AP exam for their subject. It includes relative information, as well as what people to talk to if you’re considering taking the exam.