Should I submit 4s to Ivy League?

Let's answer them for Ivy Coach's readers. In short, all scores of 5 on AP exams should be reported to elite colleges. However, for scores of 4 or 3, submitting the scores is dependent on the student's coursework and other AP results. Scores of 2 or 1 should never be shared.

Is it OK to get a 4 on an AP exam?

In the AP scoring system, a 4 is considered 'well qualified' and indicates that you have a strong understanding of the material. While it's true that more selective colleges might see a lot of 5s from applicants, a 4 is certainly not something that would count against you.

Do colleges accept 4s?

While a 5 can sometimes earn you more credit or place you out of more advanced classes depending on the university's policies, a 4 is still typically enough to receive college credit, and thus is viewed positively.

Does Cornell accept 4s?

Cornell accepts AP® scores of 3, 4, & 5 for course credit. These requirements vary by undergraduate college. The required general education classes vary by undergraduate college. You can use AP® credits to opt out of these requirements, as well as certain major requirements.

Does Princeton accept 4s?

Princeton accepts AP® scores of 5 (and rarely 4) for course credit. These requirements vary by department. Princeton has certain classes that everyone has to take called distribution requirements. You can't use AP® credits to get out of these distribution requirements.

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Does Yale accept 4s on AP exams?

In subjects for which an AP score of 4 or 5 earns acceleration credit, a score of 6 or 7 on II B higher-level exams, or B or A on A-levels, is required; in subjects that require an AP score of 5 for acceleration credit, a score of 7 on the IB higher-level or an A on the A-level is required.

Does Harvard accept 4 on AP?

Harvard only accepts AP® scores of 5 for course credit. If you have 4 scores of 5, you can opt to obtain Advanced Standing. You can use AP® credits to opt-out of lower-level classes. Harvard has general academic requirements that all students must take.

Does Stanford accept 4s?

Credit is generally granted for a CollegeBoard Advanced Placement (AP) score of 4 or 5, or equivalent scoring rubric on other (domestic or international) exams. No more than 10 quarter units may be given for performance in a single examination.

Should I report a 3 on an AP exam to Ivy League?

An AP Score of 3 or 4 will likely not get you any college credit or respect at a top school like Stanford/Ivies/MIT. A score of 5 may not either — top colleges like to think that their courses are more rigorous than APs and thus should not be passed out of, and earning a 5 is simply expected for top admits.

Is an A+ A 4.3 Cornell?

Cornell GPA is on a 4.3 scale. A is 4, B is 3, C is 2, D is 1. (+) adds 0.3 to the grade point, while (-) minuses 0.3. So an A+ is 4.3, and a B- is a 2.7.

Is 4 a good AP scores for Ivy League?

In terms of Ivy League and Top 20 schools, even a 4 is a relatively low score to earn on an AP exam. It is routine for Ivy League admissions officers to review applications from students who have scored 5s on multiple AP tests.

Can I get a 4.0 with one A?

In this guide, the 4.0 I'm talking about is a 4.0 unweighted GPA. A 4.0 means an A or A+ in every class, with no exceptions. An A- is a 3.7 on this scale, and a single one will knock you down from a perfect GPA. Typically an A+ doesn't count as a 4.3, so you can't go above a 4.0.

Can you have a 4.0 if you have an A?

Honors and AP classes will usually assign a 5.0 instead of a 4.0 to an A or A+ letter grade. This means that you could earn an A- and still achieve a 4.0 GPA on a weighted scale if you earn an A or A+ in a class that is weighted more heavily.

Do 4s on AP exams look bad?

An AP score of 4 is like getting a B on the AP test. Most schools accept a 4 for credit. Before you take any AP exam, check with the colleges you're considering to find out what their policies are for granting AP credit. Each school sets its own AP policies.

Should I submit a 4 AP score?

In short, all scores of 5 on AP exams should be reported to elite colleges. However, for scores of 4 or 3, submitting the scores is dependent on the student's coursework and other AP results. Scores of 2 or 1 should never be shared.

Do Ivy Leagues look at AP scores?

In a nutshell, while AP exam scores are not necessarily make-or-break factors for Ivy League admissions, they can still positively contribute to your overall application.

Should I withhold bad AP scores?

And if your scores are on your application, admissions committees will see them. Similarly, if you have any low AP scores you'd prefer admissions committees not see, you don't have to (and shouldn't) report them on your application.

Does Harvard accept 3 on AP?

Harvard does accept AP Credit for classes in which a student earned a 5 on the AP Exam. These credits are accepted under a program called “Advanced Standing.” To qualify, students must earn a 5 on a minimum of 4 AP tests, transferring a total of 32 credits.

Does not submitting AP scores look bad?

The Bottom Line: Do Colleges Look at AP Scores? Colleges typically ask students to self-report their AP scores on applications. As a result, they will see any scores you choose to report (and won't see any you choose not to report).

Does Stanford prefer AP or IB?

We do not have a preference for any particular curriculum.

Can you get into an Ivy without submitting AP scores?

Short Answer - There are people that get into Ivy Colleges without taking APs. Long Answer - Unfortunately you disadvantage yourself applying without APs because your course rigor is a very important factor for Ivy colleges as well as Elites and Top Liberal Art Colleges.

Is a 4.0 enough for Harvard?

In truth, you need close to a 4.0 unweighted GPA to get into Harvard. That means nearly straight As in every class, while also taking the highest rigor classes available to you at your high school.

Can I get into Harvard with 4 B's?

Yes, getting into Harvard is possible even if you have a couple of B's on your transcript. Like other Ivy League schools, Harvard uses a holistic admissions process, considering your overall academic performance, extracurricular activities, leadership roles, personal essays, and recommendation letters.

Is 4.15 GPA good for Harvard?

A relatively low GPA can eliminate you from consideration unless you have a major hook. A sufficiently high GPA keeps you in consideration until other factors are reviewed. Something like 75% of admitted first year students at Harvard College have a perfect 4.0 unweighted GPA.