How does Carnegie Mellon handle AP Credit?

Hi everyone! I was wondering if someone could fill me in on how Carnegie Mellon handles AP credits? Do they accept them? If so, what scores would I need and for which courses?

Carnegie Mellon does accept some AP credits, but the rules around it can be slightly specific and complex. The university usually requires a score of4 or5 on the AP exam to grant college credit or placement. Still, it can depend on the specific department or college within the university.

For example, in the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences, AP scores of 4 or 5 generally earn some form of credit or advanced placement in many subject areas such as English, History, and foreign languages. For the School of Computer Science, only scores of5 are accepted for certain subjects like Calculus BC, Computer Science A, and Physics C.

In some instances, departments will award general elective credit for a relevant AP score of4 or higher, rather than granting credit for a specific course in the major. For example, for a 4 or 5 in AP Biology, the Biological Sciences department may award9 general elective units.

Remember, even if you can't transfer AP credits for a specific class, having taken AP classes demonstrates your academic rigor, which is beneficial when applying. To get the most accurate information, it's always best to consult the CMU Advanced Placement (AP) credit policy page or contact the registrar's office directly.