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WHAT IS AP (ADVANCE PLACEMENT)?

What is the Advanced Placement (AP) Program?

If you have just started or are about to start high school, if you are thinking of studying abroad, what is the Advanced Placement? You are wondering about the answer to your question. We can start by stating that it includes advanced courses and that it is a program that will give you extra credit in your university education process.

Advanced Placement was created in the mid-1950s to bridge the gap between high school and university. AP offered 11 courses in 1952 as a pilot program. In 1956, the College Board took over the management and changed its name to "The College Board Advanced Placement" and formalized the AP program.

The AP program, which you can take from schools that have an agreement with the College Board, administers exams to students who complete the 2-year curriculum. It certifies their education by offering advanced placement diploma or AP certificate to those who successfully complete the exams. This situation provides many advantages in the university process and university.

 

The AP Program provides students with the opportunity to take college-level courses in high school and be exempt from those courses at university. Particularly, during the admission phase of students' overseas university applications, the fact that a student has taken AP courses and passed the exams successfully in high school is considered as an indicator of his readiness for academic education.

Students who take AP courses and pass the exams are more advantageous than students who make standard applications during the application process to universities, and they also have the chance to be exempt from these courses when they start university. They can also study more easily in double-major programs.

Some high schools in Turkey also offer the AP program. Students participating in the AP diploma program take AP courses in addition to the Turkish curriculum. Therefore, students need to plan this process well.

What are the advantages of the Advanced Placement (AP) Program?

According to research, students who take AP courses by making a quick start in high school are better prepared for university. It is seen that the probability of enrolling in the university, being successful in the department and finishing early is much higher.

• With high AP exam grades, the possibility of being accepted or placed in a university from the majority of colleges and universities in the United States, England and Canada,

• By taking university-level courses while in high school, making the credits valid in universities abroad,

• It helps you develop skills you will need in your university career, such as critical thinking, problem solving and academic writing.

• While doing in-depth study on a subject, it can provide new perspectives and support you in drawing a different career path.

• It is recommended to take AP courses in 11th grade in order not to force you in the last year's intensity. Applying in the 11th grade means that your scores will be clear, which can give you an advantage at the university entrance stage.

• Developing better study habits, as well as helping to develop some vital skills to be successful in the future university years, such as improving writing skills, acquiring problem-solving skills,

• The possibility of early adaptation to the higher education system through university-level courses taken in the online AP program,

• The reason for high preference for admission to universities abroad through internationally recognized loans.

• Offers the opportunity to earn university credits without leaving our name on the campus.

• With the credits you earn, you can graduate early. You can even have the opportunity to do a double major by taking other courses you want.

• You can only take AP exams without taking AP courses. However, it is important to get support as the lessons are not easy.

• Remember that an AP program that requires time, effort and hard work is difficult!

 

How Can You Evaluate the FP Program in Turkey?

AP, which is a program implemented in the United States and spread all over the world from there, is implemented and recognized in more than 60 countries outside the USA. The program, which is implemented in very few schools with American Schools in Turkey, is considered the most important international diploma program. In Turkey, the AP Program offers the opportunity to be exempted from the courses taken in high school at universities such as Sabancı, Koç, Özyeğin and to complete credits, as well as the chance to receive a scholarship.

Content and Process of the AP Exam

The content of the AP exams is prepared by a board of college professors and high school AP teachers. Each AP exam has two sections, consisting of multiple choice questions and short-answer or essay-style questions. The duration of the exam and the number of questions in the exam vary according to the chosen topic. Multiple choice questions by computer; essays and short answer questions are evaluated by teachers.

AP exams are held once a year in May. It is possible to take one or more AP exams, and it is possible to take the same exam again a year later.

In the exam, multiple-choice questions are evaluated by the computer, and short-answer and essay-style questions are evaluated by a committee of experienced AP professors and university professors. The AP results, which are the sum of the two sections, are evaluated with a grade between 1 and 5. Students who take 3 AP exams and get a minimum of 3 out of 5 in each will have the title of AP Scholar. Exam results are sent to students and universities in July. Results reports are cumulative, meaning they show all AP exam results a student has taken to date.

 

AP Lessons

The Advanced Placement (AP) program consists of 38 courses in 6 main branches. They will have the opportunity to develop themselves through the subjects they will choose from AP Capstone, Arts, History & Social Science, English, World Languages ​​& Cultures, Sciences and Math & Computer Science majors; In this way, they will have a great opportunity to make their dreams of studying abroad come true.

The courses in the AP program have served approximately 2.8 million students with 38 different course options so far and continue to increase their number every year.

Art

• 2D Design
• 3D Design
• Drawing
• history of art
• Music Theory

English

• English Language and Composition
• English Literature and Composition

History and Social Sciences

• Comparative Government and Policy
• European History
• Human Geography
• Macro Economics
• Micro Economy
• Psychology
• US Government and Political Science
• US History
• Modern World History

Mathematics and Computer Science

• Calculus AB
• Calculus BC
• Computer science
• Computer Science Principles
• Statistics

 

Science

• Biology
• Chemical
• Environmental Science
• Physics 1 / Algebra-Based
• Physics 2 / Algebra-Based
• Physics C / Electricity and Magnetism
• Physics C / Mechanics

World Languages ​​and Culture

• Chinese Language and Culture
• French Language and Culture
• German Language and Culture
• Italian Language and Culture
• Japanese Language and Culture
• Latin
• Spanish Language and Culture
• Spanish Literature and Culture

AP Application Requirements

• You don't have to be top of the class to be an AP student.
• The AP program indicates that any student who is highly motivated and academically ready can enroll in the AP course.
• While some high schools can enroll in AP courses without any additional rules, some high schools may require additional tests.
• You need to check which courses can earn you college credits.
• It is important to know in advance the university credit you will get with your AP score and which universities you can get into.

 

AP Exam System

• It is possible to register for 6 AP exams in 1 year. However, you have no such obligation. You need to set your goals correctly. It is of great importance for your university process that you take as many courses as you can be successful in 1 year according to the department you want to apply and participate in the exams.

• The FP curriculum is prepared by university-level teachers and high school teachers on the FP board.

• Each course has its own specific requirements.

• The duration of the exam and the number of questions may vary depending on the chosen field. However, exams usually take 2-3 hours.

• The first part of the exams generally consists of multiple choice questions. Multiple choice questions are scored by the computer. You are only scored on correct answers.

• The second part of the exams generally consists of questions for which you have to create the answers. At this stage, depending on the exam of the course, you may be asked to write an essay, find a solution to a problem, or give a verbal answer. For questions that you need to answer in writing, you will be given a blank answer booklet and you will be expected to write your answer there.

• Essays and fill-in-the-blank questions are graded by College Board instructors. Studies related to the fields of art are uploaded to the online portal and evaluated by the board.

• Evaluation is made out of 5 points. In order to be exempt from the courses, it is necessary to get a grade of 3 and above.

 

AP Exam Dates and Updates

AP Exams are usually held in May. You can click on this link on the College Board AP official page to view the courses and hours in detail. AP exams are charged per class and are updated annually by the College Board.

 

Schools Offering AP in Turkey

A total of 33 different high schools offer the AP program to students studying in Turkey. The contents of AP courses may vary according to institutions. In Turkey, AP courses are given in addition to high school courses. The list of schools that offer AP in Turkey, especially for students who are considering studying abroad, is as follows.

1. ACI High School
2. Ankara Elementary/High School
3. Bahcesehir College Nakkastepe Science and Technology High School
4. Besiktas Kabatas High School for Boys
5. Enka Schools High School
6. Eraslan School
7. FMV Ayazaga Isik High School
8. FMV Erenkoy Isik High School and Science High School
9. FMV Private Işık High School
10. FMV Private IspartaKule Işık High School
11. Gelisim High School
12. Hisar School
13. Incirlik Unit School
14. International Gateway Academy
15. Irmak School
16. Izmir Ataturk High School
17. Izmir Bahcesehir College 50th Year Anatolian High School
18. Izmir Bahcesehir College 50th Year Science and Technology High School
19. Karabaglar Private Oguzhan Ozkaya Science High School
20. Nakkastepe Bahcesehir College 50th Year Anatolian High School
21. Oasis International School
22. Private Ege High School
23. Private Maltepe Ted Ronesans Anatolian High School
24. Private Oguzhan Ozkaya Anatolian High School
25. Private Yamanlar High School
26. Robert College
27. Safir International School
28. TED Antalya College Private High School
29. TED Bodrum College Private Anatolian High School
30. TED Istanbul College Foundation
31. Ulus Private Jewist High School
32. Uskudar American Academy
33. Validebag Science High School

Since AP is an America-based program, almost all high schools in the USA offer AP programs.

Canada, the country that offers the most AP programs after the United States, offers AP courses in 235 different educational institutions. Appleby College, Machlachlan College, Ridley College are among the important high schools on the list.

England, which is among the high schools that offer AP, offers AP programs in 10 different schools. Thasis, The American School in England, ACS Cobham International School, ACS Hillingdon International School… It is among the most well-known high schools.

 

Universities That Accept AP

Since it is an America-based program, almost all universities in the United States accept your AP score.
As of 2022, 122 respected universities in England accept AP Score. Below you can find a list of some important universities. To see the other universities in the list, you can click this link on the College Board AP official page and access the university information that accepts AP.
o University of Manchester
o University of Liverpool
o Anglia Ruskin University
o Bournemouth University
o University of Leeds
o University of Bath
o Cardiff Metropolitan University
o London South Bank University
o University of Brighton
o University of Winchester
o University of Bristol
o University of Chester
o University of Chichester
o University of Manchester
o University of West London
o University of Alberta
o University of British Columbia
o University of Ottawa
o University of Calgary
o University of Toronto
o University of Waterloo
o Bishop's University
o Memorial University of Newfoundland
o Mount Allison University
o Nipissing University
o Quest University Canada
o Ryerson University

 

Difference Between AP and IB

The IB Diploma and AP programs are among the important international programs offered in many high schools around the world. Although they have common points with their advantages during the university period, they differ from each other in many areas. You can review the list of differences between AP and IB below.
- AP offers university-oriented courses in line with the curriculum according to the student's interests and goals. IB, on the other hand, provides an internationally valid diploma after high school education and provides admission to the university according to the diploma score.
- In the AP program, students take university-oriented courses according to their interests. In the IB program, there are compulsory courses in the program content. The student must take courses in the fields of art, language, culture and science.
- To participate in the IB program, certain conditions must be met. Although there are additional tests applied by the schools in the AP program, all students with academic qualifications can participate in general.
- The AP program specializes in the student's area of ​​interest. The IB diploma program aims to develop important skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, essay and article writing, which are required in all academic fields.
- You do not have to take AP classes before taking AP exams. However, in order to receive an IB Diploma, it is necessary to take the courses before the exam.
- AP exams usually contain multiple choice courses. Exams in the IB are usually short-answer questions, data-based questions, and essay writing.
- The IB diploma program is more expensive than the AP program.
- AP scoring ranges from 1-5, while in IB programs it ranges from 1-7.

 

What Should Be Done During the AP Exam Preparation Process?

The most prestigious universities in the world accept students with the AP program. In this sense, the AP courses that students will take in the 10th, 11th and 12th grades are important. Having a good command of the exam format during the preparation process gives students a significant advantage. Another important issue, of course, is to use time correctly. During the exam, the questions do not need to be answered in order. In this sense, it is important for students to prioritize the questions they know. Fighting exam stress creates the psychological dimension of the job. Being able to eliminate or minimize exam stress helps to increase the success rate.

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