Advanced Placement is a program of college-level courses and examinations that give high school students the opportunity to receive advanced standing and/or credit for college courses. Sapulpa High School offers Advanced Placement coursework in English, Science, Math, History, and Art. Other benefits of Advanced Placement include exempting students from some introductory college courses, permitting students to move more quickly into advanced classes, developing advanced study skills and habits needed in college, and reducing college costs and time to obtain a degree.
Advanced Placement (AP) Testing
Students enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) courses may choose to take AP exams in May. Students have the opportunity to earn college credit based on high achievement on the AP exams. The scoring requirements to earn college credits will vary among higher learning institutions. The AP Coordinator will distribute information to all AP teachers.
Who Should Take Advanced Placement Courses?
Advanced Placement is a program of students willing to apply their inquisitiveness, ability, and persistence. Motivated students can excel in AP. Students interested in taking an AP course should consult the AP teacher before enrolling and complete the prerequisites required. AP courses are a year-long commitment.