Not necessarily. While many colleges award credit for AP exam scores of 3 or higher, each university has its own policy on AP credit acceptance. Check with the college or university your student is considering attending to learn their AP credit policy. You can also use this College Board tool to research AP credit policies and find colleges that offer credit or placement for AP scores.
Taking AP courses at Wheaton Academy strengthens college applications, regardless of whether credit is awarded, by demonstrating a student’s ability to succeed in rigorous, college-level coursework.