<p>Ok since they don;t even count towards your gpa, what is the point of having these credits for specific courses like comp sci, etc. which aren;t even preq. Like what is the point of having so much transferrable credit??? If given the choice, should anyone even consider taking org. chem w/o a grade due to it as being a transfer credit O.o</p>
<p>Using ap/cc creidit for required non major coursework opens up your schedule for other courses you want to take or allows you the freedom of having a lighter schedule during a particularly difficult semester. It is probably not a good idea to uce these credits in your major.</p>
<p>Many medical schools will refuse to accept APs or CC credits completely, and I think it's reasonable to suggest that many of the others will not be very happy about them. They DO show up on your medical school application, and CC grades WILL count towards your medical school application ("AMCAS") GPA.</p>
<p>One benefit is that registration for classes at most classes is done by class, with seniors getting first crack, down to freshmen. If you happen to have enough credit hours you get to register earlier than your peers. I had 15 hours when I started, so registering for classes each fall was much easier for me as I got my first choice of class and lab times...</p>
<p>Also as sax mentioned, the credit helps in opening up your schedule. Plus AP credit and CC credit is often a lot cheaper than paying for the hours at your institution.</p>