What AP classes can I take as a sophomore?

Depending on your school, as a sophomore you may be able to take an AP science class (biology, chemistry) an AP history class (U.S. history, European history) or other course offered. A majority of students take APs in their junior and senior years, but there’s no reason to put it off if you feel you are ready.

What APs should you take sophomore year?

If you are interested in attending a highly selective school, you should take 2 or 3 AP® classes your sophomore year. If not, you might want to take your first AP® class in a subject that you enjoy this year to begin to learn about the process.

Can a 10th grade take AP English?

Students can take AP courses and exams as early as 9th grade, but this is rarely recommended. Certain AP subjects, such as European History and World History, are great choices for 10th graders, but most AP classes are best suited to high school juniors and seniors.

How many AP classes should a high school student take?

As a general rule, however, it’s usually a good idea to start off with one or two AP classes during your first two years of high school and then build up the number as the years go on and as your student gets more used to the style and pace of AP coursework.

Should I take more than 3 APS a year?

It’s best not to take more than 3 APs a year, in my opinion, because it can be very stressful. And as someone who has done AP World and is currently doing AP Environmental, you’re going to be working hard enough already! See how you do next year with 3 APs, first before deciding to do any more than 3.

How many APS should I take to get into Brown?

I recommend taking only 2 APs sophomore year, 4-5 Junior year, and 3 to 4 Senior year. That puts you in the 9-11 range which more than enough. Also keep in mind that if you apply to Brown with 12 APs, you’ve wasted your time since they give you ZERO AP credit.

What makes the AP program so great?

That’s what makes the AP Program so great. By taking AP classes in high school, your teen can not only gain exposure to the level of difficulty that college classes bring but also potentially gain college credit.