<p>When I was at my school's college fair, I asked a few colleges (ie NYU) if AP scores were important, and they said "just for class placement". Are AP scores also taken into a lot of consideration during the college admissions process?
Also, would taking a "low" # of AP classes be disadvantageous in the college admissions process? I'm taking 2 this year, and most of my smart friends are taking 3 or 4. (I also took an AP last year though, so I actually have 3 in total)</p>
<p>Are AP scores also taken into a lot of consideration during the college admissions process?</p>
<p>Considered, not weighed heavily.</p>
<p>I got into all the Ivies I applied to…and I “only” took 6 AP’s by the end of my junior year. Relatively low compared to my classmates. Just make sure you score well on the AP’s. Quality>Quantity</p>
<p>In most cases, AP classes are important if you want to show that you took the most rigorous courseload possible-- this varies from school to school. AP scores aren’t really; you can list them on Common App but you never actually send in a score report until you choose which school to go to.</p>
<p>okay thanks for the info guys 
@Icedcoffeee wow congrats on your acceptances!</p>
<p>AP scores are practically meaningless in college admissions. However, it is important to take the most rigorous schedule possible, which often includes taking AP classes</p>
<p>Just out of curiosity, if AP scores are meaningless in terms of admission, why do people still freak out/study so much for them?</p>
<p>You can get credit in college which in turn allows you to opt out of a required class.</p>
<p>AP scores are not meaningless in the college applications process. While low scoring students are not downgraded for choosing not to turn them in, high scoring students can use a good AP score to offset a lower score in an SAT II subject. For example, a 5 in Calculus b/c can assist in offseting a lower score in the SAT Math 2. In addition, some colleges like NYU will now permit three AP exam scores to substitute for SAT scores.</p>
<p>Do you think a 5 on AP eng language can offset a low grade on SAT 2 lit?</p>