Can you get into an Ivy League without AP classes?

While no Ivy Leagues offer a specific AP course requirement, they do generally all agree that they are looking for students who challenge themselves and maximize their opportunities.

Is IB or AP better for Ivy League?

AP is a good option for students who like to study on their own. Additionally, IB offers higher-level and standard-level courses. IB higher level is, at some high schools, considered harder than AP. Most colleges give credit for AP exams and higher-level IB exams, but not all give credit for standard-level IB exams.

How many APS is enough?

Take as many as you can handle without spreading yourself thin, and make sure you will have time to study for the ACT or SAT this year. 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.

Do colleges accept AP credit?

It appears the vast majority of colleges will accept AP credits the same way they’ve accepted them in previous years. “We’re confident that the vast majority of Higher Ed institutions will award credit as they have in the past.

What if I don’t have access to AP classes?

If this is you, don’t worry—there are many options out there for high school students who don’t have access to AP classes within their schools. In fact, by creating your own opportunities and seeking out options beyond your high school’s offerings, you just might set yourself ahead even further.

How can I take AP exams from other schools?

After finding schools near you that offer the course or courses you want to take exams for, do an internet search for the school’s main phone number. Then call and ask to speak with the school’s AP coordinator to ask if the school is allowing students from other schools to test there this year.

Can I self-study for AP courses?

AP classes are not the only route to earning AP credit and recognition. In fact, you can self-study for most of the AP exam offerings. This means that you are allowed to learn the course content independently and then take the exam at an official exam center.

How can I take more challenging courses in high school?

In addition to taking as challenging a curriculum as is available to you within your school, see if you can enroll in additional courses at a local community college. Community colleges typically have extensive course catalogs, and you may be able to enroll in select classes as a high school student.