Hey guys, I got a 4 on one of my APs. I know it's not the highest score possible, but is it good enough for Ivy League schools? Should I report it on my application, or will it hurt my chances since it's not a 5? Thanks in advance!
Hey there! Congrats on your AP scores! Getting a 4 on an AP exam is definitely an accomplishment.
As far as reporting your score to Ivy League schools, each school may have a slightly different preference, but generally, a 4 is considered a 'well-qualified' score and should not necessarily hurt your chances. In fact, many colleges and universities even offer credit or advanced placement for scores of 4. I'd recommend you include your AP score of 4 on your application, especially if it's in a subject area related to your intended major or area of interest.
Do remember that schools look at your entire application when making decisions - while high AP scores can be a nice plus, they're unlikely to swing your application one way or another. Your overall academic achievements, extracurricular activities, essays, and recommendations all play much more significant roles in the admissions process, especially at highly selective schools. So don't stress too much about your 4 - just focus on presenting the strongest overall application you can.
If you'd like to learn more about the relatively small role AP scores play in the college admissions process, I'd check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-important-are-ap-scores-for-college-admissions/. Best of luck with your apps!
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