<p>So, I've had a pretty rough start in the beginning in AP Calculus because I didn't balance out my schedule too well, and I have been getting B's. So as of now, I have an 84% B for the first semester grade. </p>
<p>How detrimental would a B in AP Calculus be even if I get a 5 on the AP Calculus Exam? I would really like to get into Stanford... So any past experiences would be great. Thanks.</p>
<p>I'm going to assume you are a junior (since otherwise the AP score wouldn't matter). It probably will not make a huge difference if you're application is not math/science focused. If it is, I would suggest raising the grade as much as possible and finding a way to take a higher level math course next year.</p>
<p>^^ agreed</p>
<p>calc is pretty easy compared to what's down the road</p>
<p>It probably won't do much if you prove your math ability with other stuff e.g. SAT II
I got B- for AP Calculus BC first semester senior year but still got a likely from UCLA Engineering.
My previous math grades weren't that good either.
Only one A and the rest Bs (even a C+ last year!)</p>
<p>Check out some other threads regarding calc. Lots of kids are worried about this grade their senior year when they send in mid year grades. You should be fine with a B, keep everything else strong and I think a 5 on the AP exam would definately offset the grade. Not to worry... really.</p>
<p>Thanks, that's a little relieving. I plan on going into law and/or economics, so I'm not doing involving too much math. Thanks for the other responses.</p>
<p>Actually...economics can be very mathematical</p>