<p>I was just wondering if this is possible. Let's say I am very educated in some sort of field, such as Chemistry. First of all, would I be eligible to take the test since I did not take the AP Class, and second, how would colleges react with someone who gets say a 5 on their AP Test yet they cannot find the class on the transcript? If this is plausible, has anyone done it? Do you recommend it?</p>
<p>Yes, it's possible to take the exam without the class. There is no class requirement.</p>
<p>However, you have to find a school who will administer the exam. Just because a school administers one, doesn't mean they will administer them all.</p>
<p>It's a good way to document learning that you did outside of school. </p>
<p>Considering the number of CCers who self-study exams, I'm guessing that lots of people think it will improve their apps.</p>
<p>A lot of people take the exams without any legitimate class education. Self-studying for multiple exams is pretty common on CC. </p>
<p>Anyone is eligible to take any AP exam they want. Many students have received 5s on exams they self-studied for, so while it will certainly help, it's not exactly an uncommon hook. If you can handle it, then I don't see why you shouldn't do it. At the very least, it's a good way of learning a subject you have no room for in your schedule.</p>
<p>thanks for the replies! i should definitely look into it!</p>