Is there a point to taking AP classes?

Advanced Placement classes show admissions officers that you’re ready for college-level work. Admissions counselors consistently tell us that good grades and academic rigor are the most important factors when schools evaluate applications. Even over standardized test scores!

Are AP exams really worth it?

AP courses and tests can definitely help distinguish your college application. If your school only offers a limited selection of AP courses, most colleges shouldn’t expect you to have taken many AP tests. Needless to say, only passing AP test scores will really enhance your application.

Why is AP bad?

The courses cover too much material and do so too quickly and superficially. In short, AP courses are a forced march through a preordained subject, leaving no time for a high-school teacher to take her or his students down some path of mutual interest. The AP classroom is where intellectual curiosity goes to die.

Are AP classes much harder than regular classes?

AP prep courses are not harder than regular prep courses When I took my first AP class, I went in with the idea that it would require more knowledge than a regular prep course. As the year progressed, I learned that in comparison to other prep courses I was taking, my AP class wasn’t much harder.

Are Advanced Placement classes worth it?

Advanced Placement classes are honestly only worth it if you want to challenge yourself, and you have time for it. Everyone should know that these classes are very stressful and time-consuming. Most students only take them because they look good on their college applications.

Why AP classes are beneficial?

AP classes often count towards college credits. Another huge benefit of having your kids take AP classes is that many of them count as credits in college. Not only does this mean that it can help them to finish this college requirements faster, but it can also make college a much more enjoyable experience.

Do AP classes really matter?

AP classes matter a lot. First, they improve your chances of getting into the college of your choice. Second, assuming you earn a good score on the AP exam, they will decrease your time (and hence money) spent in college.