Some AP classes have recommended courses you should take first—check the specific course page for that information. Talk to your school counselor or a teacher to find out more.

The College Board's AP Program offers college-level courses and exams that you can take in high school.

We recommend no more than three AP courses per year. When deciding how many AP classes a student can comfortably handle, keep in mind commitments to co-curricular activities, athletics, and/or work, along with the time commitment associated with each AP Course.

Yes, AP course grades are “weighted” on a 5-point scale rather than the standard 4-point scale. The additional point will be added to the cumulative GPA points.

AP classes can be challenging, but that doesn’t mean you’re not up to the task. If you’re willing to work hard and if you’re prepared academically, you should be able to succeed in an AP course.

An exam schedule is set by the College Board beginning in May. Here is the link to the AP Calendar.

Students will regiser for AP Exams in the fall online through their MyAP College Board account. 

Students will be charged a fee for each exam. Fee waivers are available upon request, see WLHS AP Coordinator for more information.

Yes, AP exams may be taken without taking the course. If a student plans on taking an AP exam for a course they are not enrolled in at West Linn High School, email WLHS AP Coordinator before October 4th.

Yes, exams may be taken without taking the course. Contact the AP Coordinator, before October 4th.

The total time for administration of the exams varies from 3 to 4.5 hours. The student arrival time for the morning exams is 7:00 a.m.; 11:00 a.m. for afternoon exams. Students may not be dismissed until an exam has officially ended. Afternoon exams end between 4:00 and 4:30 p.m. If a student plays a sport or has a job, it is their responsibility to inform their coach or employer of the AP obligation and arrangements should be made accordingly.

Read the Bulletin for AP Students and Parents given to students in their AP class, visit the College Board Website, and/or contact your counselor.