Is 12 AP classes a lot?

If you’re looking for a specific number of APs that you should take, it will depend on your school’s offerings, but a safe number for admission at Ivy League schools is usually between 7 and 12 AP classes throughout high school.

Are 9 AP classes good?

Yes, taking 9 plus the 15 honors classes and college maths is more than adequate to show course rigor. But to reiterate, yes – your coursework should set you up to be competitive academically at top colleges. Just keep up your grades your senior year.

How many AP classes should a junior take in high school?

Junior Year. This is the big year for all levels of student. Depending on what kind of school you want to go to, you should be taking between 3 and 5 AP classes this year. You will need to manage your time well, however, as you also need to study for the SAT or ACT during this time.

How many APS should I take senior year?

Senior Year: Take more APs in core subjects and additional subjects, again being careful not to overburden your schedule and to leave time for college applications. It’s not uncommon for applicants to highly selective schools to have as many as 5 or 6 AP classes senior year, but keep your own schedule and limits in mind.

What do colleges look for in an AP class List?

Colleges look at how many AP classes are offered by your school and compare that to what is on your schedule. They are looking at academic rigor and if you are taking advantage of the courses offered. They do this because every school is different, and colleges know and understand this.

Will taking one more AP class affect my college application?

Adding one more AP class will not have a huge effect on your college chances at this point, but it could significantly reduce the time you spend on applications and therefore hurt your admission chances. Be careful about burning yourself out, especially senior year. You will need to devote lots of time and energy to your college apps!