Posted On: 6 August, 2025
What is AP?
The Advanced Placement (AP) Program offers college-level courses designed for high school students. This program helps students:
AP currently offers 38 courses across seven subject areas:
Origin and Global Recognition
The AP Program was initiated in the 1950s by the Ford Foundation and later developed by the College Board, a nonprofit education organization in the United States. Today, more than 5.2 million students from over 20,000 high schools around the world participate in AP courses and exams each year.
AP is widely recognized as a rigorous academic standard and is accepted by thousands of prestigious universities in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Australia, and many other countries.
Why Choose AP?
The AP Program offers a wide range of benefits:
AP Exam Structure
AP exams are administered annually in May, with results released around July. Each exam lasts approximately 2–3 hours and typically consists of two parts:
Multiple Choice Section
Students choose the best answer from several options. There is no penalty for incorrect or unanswered questions.
Free Response Section
Depending on the subject, students may be required to write essays, solve problems, or provide spoken responses.
Scoring
Each AP Exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 5:
5 = Extremely well qualified
4 = Well qualified
3 = Qualified (typically eligible for college credit)
2 = Possibly qualified
1 = No recommendation
Most universities grant college credit for scores of 3 or higher.
How to Register for the AP Exam
Each year around March, the College Board publishes a list of international high schools and centers authorized to administer AP exams.
Standard registration steps include:
The test center will provide:
Only for TNIS students
The school and faculty at TNIS will fully support and guide students through the AP exam registration process. This is part of our commitment to accompanying students on their academic journey and ensuring they are fully prepared to succeed.
If you're interested in the AP Program and want to explore the right academic pathway, don't hesitate to contact the TNIS Admissions Office for personalized consultation.
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