AP EXAM: Calc AB and Calc BC

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So… I had some questions about AP classes.

I’ve so far taken/taking 8 AP classes.

  • AP Calculus AB
  • AP Calculus BC
  • AP Physics 1
  • AP Physics C
  • AP World History
  • AP Gov
  • AP Biology
  • AP Chemistry

I received 4 for both AP Calc AB and BC exam. So, I’m planning on retaking them this year because I know that many high-ranking colleges usually only accept an AP score of 5. I know AB and BC tests are offered on the same day. If I want to take both tests what should I do? Do you think taking both AB and BC tests are necessary?

I’m also planning on self-studying for some AP exams to meet my goal of 10 AP courses. Are there any easy AP courses to self-study or any AP courses that high-ranking colleges recommend?

Thanks!

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You are not allowed to take both AB and BC exams in the same year. The BC exam has an AB subscore

3

Easy and recommended are mutually exclusive. Top colleges know what the easy ones are.

4

Do you mean score 5 for college credit?
For admission, I don’t think even top college care too much on AP score 4 vs 5.
There is no point to bring Cal AB to 5 if you can bring Cal BC to 5.

Self study for AP exams would not necessarily impress Admission Officer.

I guess you are a junior. Be productive to your EC an college essay. Don’t worry about AP Cal anymore.