Hey everyone, so I received a 4 on one of my AP exams, and I'm wondering if that's considered good enough for Ivy League applications? Is it necessary to submit a score of 5 to be competitive or is a 4 still respectable in the eyes of admissions officers? My main focus is schools like Princeton and Yale. Thanks for any input!
Hello! A score of 4 on an AP exam is generally considered good and can demonstrate your proficiency in that subject. Ivy League admissions officers understand that not every student will have a perfect score of 5 on all their AP exams.
That being said, it’s true that many applicants to these highly competitive schools, such as Princeton and Yale, do have higher AP scores. However, your application is evaluated holistically, and your AP score is just one aspect of it. They'll take into account your grades, extracurricular activities, essays, and recommendations as well.
In summary, while a higher score might be more competitive, a score of 4 is still respectable and should not be a significant detriment to your application. If you feel confident in the rest of your application, there's no need to worry excessively about the impact of a 4 on one of your AP exams. Best of luck!
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