If you have strengths in any subject, apply for AP courses in any subject; Whether you can apply or not is another matter, depending on your communication with the academic affairs office or your tutor.
Mathematics AP course: calculus, statistics
Science AP courses: physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, environmental science.
(2) What are AP courses used for in American high schools?
What I learned in AP class was college-level stuff.
There are exams in this course, which can be counted as credits in the university.
(3) Do you know what AP courses in American high schools are like?
I study in American egoism high school. Many schools don't call their courses AP courses, but all students will take AP exams after completing their studies. Few students in our school get less than 5 points, so it can be said that all courses in top American schools are basically more difficult than AP, and AP courses in ordinary schools should be good.
(4) What are the AP courses in American high schools? How do universities recognize AP courses?
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AP courses in American high schools have 22 categories and 37 subjects, which are generally offered in more than 10,000 high schools in the United States. Students can be exposed to college courses in advance, avoiding the repetition of courses in senior high school and junior college. AP test scores are based on a five-point system, and candidates can get 1/2/3/4/5 points. Under normal circumstances, scores of more than three points in a university can be exchanged for credits, but there are many special cases. For example, some famous schools accept scores of four or five points, while some universities do not accept AP scores.
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5] What is the AP curriculum in American high schools?
AP course is the guidance and guidance of many AP exam subjects. At present, the main courses are Calculus AB (Calculus AB), Calculus BC (Calculus BC), Statistics (Statistics), Physics B (Physics B), Macroeconomics S (Macroeconomics) and Microeconomics. AP is the abbreviation of Advanced Placement, and Chinese is generally translated into American college preparatory course or American college preparatory course. Refers to university courses provided by university committees and taught in high schools. American high school students can take these courses, take AP exams after completing the courses, and get college credits after obtaining certain results.
[6] AP courses in American high schools have content.
AP is the abbreviation of Advanced Placement, which means to put college courses into high school in advance. At present, 60% of the 25,000 public and private high schools in the United States, or about15,000 high schools, offer AP courses. So far, AP exams have been held in more than 80 countries around the world. Including Harvard and Yale, 3,388 universities in 22 countries have recognized AP credits. When students enter these universities, they can convert AP credits that have passed the exam into university credits, reduce or exempt university courses, and achieve the purpose of shortening school hours and saving tuition fees. The AP course is tested once a year in May.
AP unified examination scoring standard is divided into 1-5, with 5 being the highest score, which meets the requirements of university curriculum; 4 is a high score; 3 is qualified. Scores above 3 points are accepted by most universities and can be recorded in universities in the future. A few top universities require 4 or 5 points to get college credits. At present, AP exam has 22 subjects and 37 courses, covering music, art, history, economics, computer, foreign languages and other subjects. AP course has been recognized by many universities in the United States, Canada, Britain, Australia, New Zealand and other countries. AP credits are recognized by top universities in Canada, such as the University of Toronto, McGill University, Queen's University, Victoria University and Manitoba University. Preparatory graduates with AP scores are more likely to be admitted to universities and have a greater chance of getting scholarships. In this way, it not only saves valuable time, but also gets a financial return.
For more information, please consult AXA Education, the first teaching institution in China to introduce American AP courses.
(7) What is the AP curriculum in American high schools?
The full name of AP course is Advanced Placement, and the Chinese name is American College Preparatory Course, which is suitable for high school students all over the world who plan to go to the United States for undergraduate studies. Sponsored by College Board, AP scores can not only deduct credits for students who successfully apply for American universities, but also become an important basis for American university enrollment.
The AP exam uses a 5-point system. Generally, scores above 3 points can be accepted by most universities, and will be reduced to as many as one academic year's university credits in the future. A few top universities, such as Harvard, require university credits to reach 4 or 5 points.
The score of each AP is judged according to the students' answers to multiple-choice questions and free questions. The total score is 5 points. The multiple-choice part is computer marking and grading, the free answer part is marked by university professors and experienced AP teachers, and the final score is determined by two parts;
5= excellent 4= excellent 3= qualified 2= barely qualified 1= unqualified.
AP scores 5 and 4 are equivalent to A in college scores, but in some colleges and universities, AP score 4 may be regarded as B in college scores.
In many colleges and universities, an AP score of 3 points is probably equivalent to a college score of B, but in other colleges and universities, 3 points may be equivalent to a college score of C.
Recommended AP courses generally include the following subjects:
Liberal arts courses include: English language and writing, English literature and writing, American history and American politics.
Science courses include calculus BC, physics C, chemistry, biology and statistics.
Engineering courses include calculus BC, physics C, chemistry, computer and statistics.
Business courses include: calculus BC, economics, statistics, psychology, calculation.
As the difference between American high school curriculum and AP curriculum.
American high school courses are used to complete the credits required for high school graduation, including courses in different fields, such as English, mathematics, natural science, social science, foreign languages, and art. Students can choose their own courses according to their favorite topics.
AP course (advanced placement) is aimed at the study of college preparatory course, so that you can be more fully prepared for college study. Students with AP scores will also have an advantage in the university application process. The total score of AP is 5 points, and more than 3 points can be exchanged for university credits. And students' GPA will change from 4 to 5. It is a very good choice for many international students who are academically challenging and want to take credits in advance before college.
If you are confused about American high schools, the best way is to study for a period of time!
I wonder what AP courses are available in American high schools?
AP is the abbreviation of Advanced Placement, which is an American college preparatory course. Refers to college courses offered by collegeboard and taught in high schools. American high school students can take these courses, take AP exams after completing the courses, and get college credits after obtaining certain results. Generally, it costs thousands of dollars to attend college courses, and only 82 yuan to take AP exams. Therefore, taking AP course can not only show students' ability, but also save money. AP test scores are scored on a five-point scale, and candidates can get 1, 2, 3 and 5 points. Generally, credits can be exchanged for grades above three points in universities, but there are also many special examples. Some universities may only receive four or five points, and some universities may not even accept AP scores at all. AP course in American senior high schools is a university-level course sponsored by American College Board. It has 22 categories and 37 subjects, and has been widely offered in more than 65,438+05,000 senior high schools in the United States. High school students can be exposed to college courses in advance, avoiding the repetition of courses in high school and junior college. At present, nearly 3,600 universities in more than 40 countries have recognized AP credits as their admission reference standards and the university credits added by exams for candidates, including Harvard, Yale, Oxford, Cambridge and other world-renowned universities. The AP exam is held in May every year and has been offered in 80 countries around the world. AP scores have become an important basis for admission to American universities. According to a nationwide survey conducted by the American College Admissions Advisory Committee, because American universities have generally regarded students' performance in the AP test as the basis for measuring their competence in university study, AP test scores have become one of the most important considerations for admission to many universities. AP courses that pass the exam can be counted into college credits, reduce college courses, help students shorten college hours and skip grades, and save high college tuition. More importantly, according to statistics, high school students with excellent AP test scores will have better performance and development in their future university studies. American universities have regarded AP scores as an important indicator to measure students' learning and research ability and their ability to cope with difficult courses in universities. Students who take AP exams with many subjects and high scores are particularly valued by famous American schools. Britain, Canada, Australia and other countries also regard this as one of the main conditions for granting scholarships. For more information, please consult AXA Education, the first teaching institution in China to introduce American AP courses.