<p>They do not necessarily “ignore” AP scores, but AP scores are not a requirement for admissions. With $80 per test, I think it would be kind of unfair for applicants who cannot afford the tests if APs are explicitly said to play a major role in the admission process. Also, the offering of AP courses vary from school to school. Students who come from high schools that do not offer APs and are thus unfamiliar with the test would be at an even greater disadvantage if somehow they are now judged by how many AP exams they have taken.</p>