I've recently heard about the National AP Scholar Award. I know it's a big deal, but I'm not really sure how you can get it. Does anyone have any insights about how it works and the requirements?
Absolutely, I'd be happy to provide some clarification on the National AP Scholar Award! This award is given by College Board, the organization that administers the Advanced Placement (AP) exams, as a recognition of exceptional achievement on those exams.
To qualify for the National AP Scholar Award in the United States, you need to meet the following two conditions:
1. Receive an average score of at least 4 on all of the AP exams you've taken.
2. Score 4 or higher on eight or more AP exams.
The AP exams do not have to be taken in the same year, and the calculation includes all exams taken up to and including the exams administered in the current year. So, for students graduating high school, this would generally include AP exams taken from freshman through senior year.
Lastly, it's important to note that not all AP exams are treated equally by colleges. While the National AP Scholar Award is a significant accomplishment and can help highlight your academic abilities, keep in mind that the rigour of the AP course in which you earn these scores also matters. However, many students find that targeting this award helps encourage them to challenge themselves academically, which is always a good thing in the college admissions process.
Please feel free to ask any more questions if you have!
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