How it works...
Students receive college credit while still in high school. Advanced placement (AP) classes can provide a leg-up on the competition when it comes time to apply for college. It can also save time and money once college begins.
Students at PODER Secondary begin taking AP courses in their senior year through the Laramie County Community College program.
Benefits of Advanced Placement (AP) Credit
Save money on tuition
Students who pass an AP exam in high school can use that score for college credit and save money on college tuition.
Graduate Sooner
Students can potentially graduate from college in a shorter amount of time with AP credit.
Head start on the competition
AP courses provide early exposure to college level courses to help students prepare while still in high school.
Impress the college
AP credit can improve a college application and signal stronger academic training.