<p>Failing AP exams will not definitely "ruin" your chances at the top three UCs. However, they will have an effect.</p>
<p>The only government aid is FAFSA and CalGrants (in California).</p>
<p>It is better to indicate a score rather than no tests. If you are getting an A or B in the respective AP class, you should be able to pass the exam -- otherwise, you did not truly earn that grade.</p>
<p>Also, it is NOT TRUE that they don't need to see your AP scores. Please do not give false information or false hope. It's better for the disappointment now then later when you question yourself why you were rejected.</p>
<p>The University of California Undergraduate application does ask for a self-report of AP exams taken, the scores, and planned exams for senior year.</p>
<p>Maybe hiding a self-study would be just okay. Maybe. I agree with neb_nurbel; be completely honest.</p>
<p>AP and SAT scores are seperate. APs are on one report. SATs (I&II) are on another.</p>
<p>I hate to be blunt, but it's the truth. Don't manipulate your profile to get accepted to a university, especially competitive ones. If they thought that you could compete decently, chances of acceptance is very high. Otherwise, you're just going to be consistently at the bottom of grading curves. It won't be the right college for you.</p>