AP Class Information - Overview, Testing, Costs, and Course Offerings

Sep 20, 2026

Uploaded by Gloria

Advanced Placement (AP) classes are college-level courses offered in high school that reflect introductory college course content. Students take standardized AP exams at the end of each course; strong performance can lead to college credit and/or placement. The material highlights why families should consider AP, including competitive-admissions impact, faster pace, and skills emphasized by AP teachers. It also explains exam format, 1–5 grading, estimated May 2022 exam costs, and Perry High School’s anticipated AP offerings with registration timeline.

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What are AP classes?

Why should my child take AP classes?

Benefits of Advanced Placement classes

What does AP testing look like?

Advanced Placement grading

Estimated exam cost for May 2022

Advanced Placement exam coverage

Perry High School 2021-2022 anticipated offerings

Perry High School 2022-2023 anticipated offerings

AP registration process/timeline

What are AP classes? ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM® ( AP ® ) COURSES ARE COLLEGE-LEVEL COURSES OFFERED IN HIGH SCHOOL . AP COURSES REFLECT WHAT IS TAUGHT IN TOP INTRODUCTORY COLLEGE COURSES . AT THE END OF THE COURSE, STUDENTS TAKE AP EXAMS—THESE ARE STANDARDIZED EXAMS THAT MEASURE HOW WELL STUDENTS HAVE MASTERED COLLEGE-LEVEL COURSE WORK . STUDENTS WHO DO WELL ON AP EXAMS CAN EARN CREDIT AND /OR PLACEMENT INTO ADVANCED COURSES IN COLLEGE . WHY SHOULD MY CHILD TAKE AP CLASSES? "85% OF SELECTIVE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES REPORT THAT A STUDENT’S AP EXPERIENCE FAVORABLY IMPACTS ADMISSION DECISIONS." “WE LOOK FAVORABLY ON STUDENTS WHO HAVE TAKEN AP COURSES. THE PRESENCE OF AP COURSES IS A SIGN THAT A STUDENT HAS CHOSEN TO CHALLENGE HIM/HERSELF.” —ADMISSION OFFICER 􀂂 Demands more of students than regular honors courses . 􀂂 They are fast-paced and cover more material than an average high school class . 􀂃 AP teachers expect their students to think critically, analyze and synthesize facts and data, weigh competing perspectives, and write clearly, and persuasively. 􀂂 "A new analysis of AP students who score a 2 on the exam shows that they’re more likely than WHY SHOULD MY CHILD TAKE AP CLASSES? similar students to enroll in college and more likely to perform well in their introductory classes. And despite fears that a score of 1 or 2 will discourage students from taking further advanced courses, the opposite is true: most students scoring a 1 or a 2 in their sophomore or junior years proceed to take additional AP classes in following years, and the majority obtain improved scores on their subsequent AP Exams ."--Johnson and Ciampaglia 􀂂 “Research shows that when students are given access to advanced coursework opportunities, they work harder and engage more in school, leading to fewer absences and suspensions and higher graduation rates,” EdTrust wrote in 2019 . BENEFITS OF ADVANCED PLACEMENT CLASSES • AP courses can be challenging, but it’s work that pays off and helps prepare a student for college . •AP courses are often the most interesting and fulfilling courses a student takes in high school. •AP teachers are among the most prepared, dedicated, and inspiring teachers at their schools . AP teachers must go through a rigorous preparation program through AP College Board to be certified to teach AP classes . •Students develop confidence and learn the study habits and time management skills essential for success in college . What does AP testing look like? 􀂂 Exams are administered by schools worldwide onset dates each May. 􀂂 Exams usually last around three hours . 􀂂 Each AP Exam contains: 􀂂 Multiple-choice questions 􀂂 Free-response questions (essay, problem-solving, and oral responses) . ADVANCED PLACEMENT GRADING The AP grade scale ranges from 1 to 5: Grade Meaning 5 Extremely well qualified 4 Well qualified 3 Qualified 2 Possibly qualified 1 No recommendation Estimated Exam Cost for May 2022 $96 per exam – Parents Pay /If the student does not order within the ordering deadline there is a $40 late exam fee per exam . Fee reductions based on free and reduced lunch status ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAM COVERAGE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL 2021-2022 ANTICIPATED OFFERINGS 􀂂 English AP English Language – Juniors/ seniors AP English Literature-Seniors 􀂂 Math AP Calculus AB-Accelerated math seniors AP Statistics—Juniors/seniors 􀂂 Science AP Biology – Sophomores/juniors/seniors AP Chemistry – Juniors/seniors AP Environmental – Sophomores/seniors AP Computer Science – Juniors/seniors PERRY HIGH SCHOOL 2022-2023 ANTICIPATED OFFERINGS Social Studies Fine Arts AP World History – Sophomores/seniors AP US History –Juniors AP Macroeconomics-Seniors AP Human Geography-Freshman AP Studio Art and Design – Juniors/seniors AP Music Theory—Sophomores/seniors Academic Elective AP Psychology – Juniors/seniors AP REGISTRATION PROCESS/TIMELINE Registration forms and

FAQs

What are AP classes and how do they differ from regular honors courses?

AP courses are college-level classes taught in high school and reflect what is covered in introductory college courses. They are fast-paced, cover more material, and require critical thinking, analysis, and persuasive writing.

How do AP exams work and what kinds of questions are included?

AP exams are administered by schools worldwide, typically in May, and usually last about three hours. Each exam includes multiple-choice questions and free-response questions such as essays, problem-solving, and oral responses.

What is the AP grading scale and how are exam scores interpreted?

AP grades range from 1 to 5: 5 is extremely well qualified, 4 is well qualified, 3 is qualified, 2 is possibly qualified, and 1 is no recommendation.

What is the May 2022 exam cost and what does the registration timeline look like?

The estimated cost is $96 per exam, with a $40 late exam fee per exam if orders are not placed by the deadline. Registration forms and one-page class descriptions are available January 20 in the commons area, and completed forms must be returned on or before February 4.

Sep 20, 2026

Uploaded by Gloria