Advanced Courses

Advanced Placement:

AP is a nationally recognized College Board program in which students can earn college credits while in high school. AP courses can help students acquire the skills and habits needed to be successful in college such as improved writing skills; problem-solving abilities; time management skills, self-discipline; and study habits.

Advanced Placement (AP) is the enrollment of an eligible secondary student in a course offered through the Advanced Placement Program administered by the College Board.  Course descriptions and course examinations are prepared by the College Board.  Examinations are administered at high school sites in May of each year at a fee established by the College Board.  Students who successfully complete the course work in an Advanced Placement class receive credit toward high school graduation. Postsecondary credit for an AP course shall be awarded at Florida public colleges/universities to students who score a minimum of 3 on a 5-point scale on the corresponding AP exam. Although most colleges and universities grant advanced placement and/or credit to students presenting AP Examination grades of 3 or higher, policies on awarding college credit are the decision of the individual institution. All students enrolled in an AP course are required to take the AP Exam.  Students shall be exempt from the payment of any fees for administration of the examination regardless of whether the student achieves a passing score on the examination. (s. 1007.27(5) F.S.)