The Advanced Placement (AP) Program is sponsored by the College Board in cooperation with secondary schools, colleges, and universities. There are 30 college-level courses and examinations offered by the College Board in 17 academic areas. These courses are for highly motivated high school students. The students participate in college-level courses while in high school with the opportunity of receiving college credit upon successfully passing a national exam in May. The AP program provides the opportunity for students to earn college credit, while in high school, and thereby enter college as an advanced student. Many may enter as sophomores. This can be a significant advantage to the student now with their increased academic background and also provide significant financial savings by not having to pay for those classes in college. Upon completion of the national exam, the student scores are sent to the colleges/universities of their choice for credit.
There is no limit to the number of advanced placement courses students can take. However, taking four or five AP courses in a single year is an extremely rigorous commitment requiring unusual motivation and above-average scholastic aptitude. On average, advanced students will take several AP courses their junior year and several their senior year.
The College Board is able to grant fee reductions that reduce the cost per examination for students who demonstrate financial need.
STUDENTS WHO BELIEVE THEY QUALIFY FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SHOULD CONTACT THEIR COUNSELOR BEFORE MARCH 1.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES WHO REQUIRE A NONSTANDARD ADMINISTRATION OF AN AP EXAMINATION MUST CONTACT THE AP COORDINATOR OF HUNTER HIGH SCHOOL BEFORE JANUARY 15.
FAQ About the Advanced Placement Program
AP CLASSES TAUGHT AT HUNTER HIGH SCHOOL
AP Art History
AP Psychology
AP Chemistry
AP English
AP Spanish
AP French
AP Statistics
AP Music Theory
AP Biology
AP Physics C
AP American History
AP European History
AP World History
AP Art
AP Calculus AB
AP Studio Art
Advanced Placement Testing Information
There are no alternate test dates. The cost of each test is $84.00. All students should have paid in full for tests. Contact Mrs. Mangrum with any concerns. To learn more about AP Testing visit The American College Board.