About AP
AP can change your life. Through college-level AP courses, you enter a universe of knowledge that might otherwise remain unexplored in high school; through AP Exams, you have the opportunity to earn credit or advanced standing at most of the nation's colleges and universities.
Here are just a few reasons to sign up:
Gain the Edge in College Preparation
§ Get a head start on college-level work.
§ Improve your writing skills and sharpen your problem-solving techniques.
§ Develop the study habits necessary for tackling rigorous course work.
Stand Out in the College Admissions Process
§ Demonstrate your maturity and readiness for college.
§ Show your willingness to take the most rigorous courses available to you.
§ Emphasize your commitment to academic excellence.
Broaden Your Intellectual Horizons
§ Explore the world from a variety of perspectives, most importantly your own.
§ Study subjects in greater depth and detail.
§ Assume the responsibility of reasoning, analyzing, and understanding for yourself.
How Do I Enroll?
From College Board site: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/about.html
