<p>I was wondering if it was worth self studying for AP test when the college I want to go to doesn't accept AP credit. I know it shows motivation and dedication, but I already have a challenging course load + multiple other activities (guitar, dance, the play, varsity tennis, drama team, officer in multiple clubs, etc.)</p>
<p>I will already take ~9 AP test if I just take the AP test through classes and school. If I self study, I plan to take ~17 AP test.</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Have you already been accepted to and plan on attending a certain college, and is it this college that doesn’t accept credit? If so, then just don’t bother - you’re already in, you’re already going, and it would be a lot of stress for little result. </p>
<p>Of course, you’re already taking a loaded schedule. To me, what you’ve got right now is already very impressive (I’m assuming you’re still making the grade). If you think you won’t have the time, or if you think your performance in other areas will suffer because of additional pressure, just don’t do it. Weigh the pros and cons, and determine whether or not you think you can remain focused and unfatigued throughout.</p>
<p>Just to clarify: you’re taking classes for ~9 AP exams which you will definitely take, and considering self-studying several subjects for up to an additional ~8 exams?</p>
<p>haha no I haven’t been accepted yet; I plan on going to a college outside of the US (most likely Japan or Korea).</p>
<p>sounds right, yup. the ones I want to self study are considered “easier” ap’s (psych, human geo, enviro, stats, etc) with an exception of Japanese (because languages are never “easy” =P)</p>
<p>thanks for the advice! I bet my performance in other areas will suffer a bit if I do self study… or just loose more sleep 
I’ll weigh the pros and cons though ^.^</p>
<p>thanks again!</p>