Advanced Placement (AP) classes are college-level courses taught during the regular high school day by specially trained high school teachers. A wide range of AP courses are offered at Gwinnett high schools and through the school system's Online Campus.
AP courses offer students more rigorous coursework and additional academic challenges. Optional subject-specific AP exams are given at the end of the school year and graded by the College Board. Many colleges either award college credit for passing the exams or allow a student to be exempt from certain courses. (Please note: Some colleges do not honor AP credit. Students should check with their college of choice.)
The cost to take each exam is approximately $85. However, the state Department of Education covers the cost of one AP exam per year for each of the state's AP students. (Note: Students are required to pay a $10 registration fee.) Students who choose to take additional AP exams are responsible for the exam fees. Students with documented need may request financial assistance to cover the additional fees. The College Board sponsors the AP program with technical operational services provided by Educational Testing Services (ETS) in Princeton, New Jersey. Click here to learn more about AP exams.
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