<p>I am planning to take the AP Calculus AB test this May. I was wondering what score you had to receive to get some kind of credit at Fordham. And what is the difference between the credits: I have read that some scores can replace core credits, but lower scores can only take elective credits...</p>
<p>Can someone please clarify. </p>
<p>Thanks</p>
<p>this webpage should clear it up for u:</p>
<p>^this is also a question of mine. thanks for the link.</p>
<p>In a nutshell, it depends on your major, it depends on which AP course you are speaking about and it depends on your AP exam score. As a general rule, the more AP courses you take the better off you will be, as it gives you some preferences in housing because of class standing, and it gives you a head start on some core classes. However, you should know that coming in with 5-8 or more AP courses doesnt mean you can blow through the core and start in immediately on your major/minor. </p>
<p>There is also a lot of debate among people (students, faculty, parents, administators) over the true value of an AP class in High School. Many highly selective colleges give you limited credit or no credit at all. A lot of state schools give you full credit. Truthfully, taking a college class is not the same as a high school AP class. The AP classes are best utilized as a very strong preparation for the rigors of academia and a good basis from which to grow and develop, but in my view, should not replace college courses. So if you don't get a core requirement waived, don't fret about it. Your tuition remains the same anyway. And some of those dreaded core classes are actually pretty amazing with some outstanding faculty teaching them. Its a superb way to meet your new classmates, meet faculty and get adjusted to college life.</p>