Is a 4 on AP bad?

Advanced Placement exams are graded on a relatively simple 5-point scale. The top score is a 5, and the lowest score is a 1. The average score will vary for different subject areas, but for selective colleges, a score of 4 or 5 will often be needed to impress the admissions folks and earn college credit.

Should I take 4 or 5 AP classes?

In your core courses, take honors classes if possible so you can begin earning prerequisite skills for tougher AP classes down the line. Sophomore Year: Take one to three AP classes. An Ivy League hopeful might take 3 to 5 AP classes, while if you’re aiming for less-selective schools, 2 to 4 would be enough.

What do colleges look for in AP test scores?

Colleges are generally looking for a 4 (“well-qualified”) or 5 (“extremely qualified”) on the AP exam, but some may grant credit for a 3 (“qualified”). These scores mean you have proven yourself capable of doing the work in an introductory-level college course. Of course, colleges often have different score minimums for different subjects.

What does a 3 on the AP exam mean?

Colleges are generally looking for a 4 (“well-qualified”) or 5 (“extremely qualified”) on the AP exam, but some may grant credit for a 3 (“qualified”). These scores mean you have proven yourself capable of doing the work in an introductory-level college course.

Will I get college credit for a 3 or higher on AP?

Taking Advanced Placement ® exams can be your ticket to earning college credit even before you step foot on campus. Many schools will give you college credit for a 3 or higher on a AP exam, but policies may differ. Here’s how to find out if your scores will earn AP credit. 1. Find out which colleges accept AP credit.

Why did my AP exam take so long in 2020?

Due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, AP exams were offered online in May 2020. The number of free response questions was reduced for 2020 AP exams as well, which shortened overall AP exam length. These changes inevitably impacted students’ AP scores.