most challenging courses...but no APs at my school!

<p>Anyone who wants to pay the money, can take any of the AP exams. Some high schools offer courses designed to specifically prepare students for these exams. Some don’t. It is not a problem that your HS doesn’t offer this kind of courses. When you apply to colleges/universities in the US, your counselor will send information that describes your school’s academic program. They will understand that you are taking challenging courses.</p>

<p>The important thing for you to know is that a number of graduates from your HS have been admitted to very high-ranking colleges and universities. Clearly the top institutions know about your HS, and like the kinds of graduates it produces.</p>