Benedictine College's AP Equivalency Guide for the 2024-2025 academic year outlines the Advanced Placement exams accepted for college credit. Students can earn credit for various subjects, including Biology, Calculus, and U.S. History, with specific score requirements. Each AP exam is matched with its corresponding course equivalency and the number of credit hours granted. This guide is essential for high school students preparing for AP exams and seeking to maximize their college credits. It also includes contact information for academic advising and credit transfer inquiries.

Key Points

  • Lists AP exams accepted for credit at Benedictine College for 2024-2025.
  • Details specific score requirements for credit eligibility, typically 3, 4, or 5.
  • Includes course equivalencies for subjects like Biology, Calculus, and U.S. History.
  • Provides information on credit hours granted for each AP exam.
  • Offers guidance for high school students on maximizing college credit through AP exams.
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ETS Advanced
Placement
Examination
Equivalency for
the 2024–2025
Academic Year
All examinations must
have a score of 3, 4, or 5
to be accepted
for credit at
Benedictine College.
Scores must be received
directly from AP to be
considered official.
ADVANCED
PLACEMENT (AP)
EQUIVALENCY
AP Examination Benedictine College Equivalency
Hours
Granted
African American Studies HIST-1301 — African American History 3
Art History ART ELH — Art Elective 6
Art: Art 2D Design
ART-1010 — Foundations of 2-D Design:
Composition & Color
3
Art: Art 3D Design
ART-1030 — Foundations of 3-D Design:
Form & Space
3
Art: Studio Art Drawing ART-1000 — Drawing I 3
Biology BIOL-1107 — Principles of Biology 4
Calculus AB (Score must be 4 or above) MATH-1300 — Calculus I 4
Calculus BC (Score must be 4 or above)
MATH-1300 — Calculus I &
MATH-1350 — Calculus II
8
Chemistry
CHEM-1010 & CHEM-1011 — Chemistry of the
Biosphere w/Lab
4
Chinese Language and Culture FORL ELE — Foreign Language Elective 8
Computer Science Principles CSCI-1010 — Computer Science Fundamentals 3
Computer Science A CSCI-1140 — Introduction to Computer Science I 4
Economics: Macro ECON-2090 — Principles of Macroeconomics 3
Economics: Micro ECON-2100 — Principles of Microeconomics 3
English Language
and Composition
ENGL-1010 — English Composition &
ENGL ELA — English Elective
6
English Literature
and Composition
ENGL-1010 — English Composition &
ENGL-1020 — Introduction to Literature
6
Environmental Science BIOL ELN — Biology Elective 3
European History HIST ELE — History Elective 6
AP Examination Benedictine College Equivalency
Hours
Granted
French Language
and Culture
FREN-1000 — Beginning French &
FREN-1020 — Second Semester French
8
German Language
and Culture
FORL ELE — Foreign Language Elective 8
Government &
Politics: Comp.
POLS-2010 — Comparative World Government
and Politics
3
Human Geography NASC-2300 — World Regional Geography 3
Intro to
American Government
POLS-1000 — Introduction to
American Government
3
Italian Language
and Culture
ITAL-1000 — Beginning Italian &
ITAL-1020 — Second Semester Italian
8
Japanese Language
and Culture
FORL ELE — Foreign Language Elective 8
Latin LATN-1000 & LATN-1020 — Beginning Latin I & II 8
Music Theory
MUSC-1003 — Functional Keyboard I
MUSC-1010 — Music Theory I
& MUSC-1020 — Aural Skills I
3
Physics 1:
Algebra-based
PHYS-2000 & PHYS-2001 — College Physics I w/Lab 4
Physics 2:
Algebra-based
PHYS-2010 & PHYS-2011 — College Physics II w/Lab 4
Physics C: Mechanics PHYS-2100 & PHYS-2101 — Classical Physics I w/Lab 4
Physics C: Electricity
& Magnetism
PHYS-2110 & PHYS-2111 —
Classical Physics II w/Lab
4
Precalculus MATH-1250 — Precalculus 4
Psychology PSYC-1000 — General Psychology 3
Spanish Language
SPAN-1000 — Beginning Spanish &
SPAN-1020 — Second Semester Spanish
8
Spanish Literature
and Culture
Consult with Chair of World Languages & Cultures —
Statistics MATH-1220 — Introductory Statistics 4
U.S. History
HIST-1300 — United States History to 1865 &
HIST-1380 — United States History Since 1865
6
World History - Modern HIST-1101 — World Civilization Since 1500 3
Benedictine College
awards some credit
through Advanced
Placement (AP),
College Level
Examination
Program (CLEP),
and International
Baccalaureate (IB). We
also accept early college
credits from programs
such as Dual Enrollment,
Advanced College
Credit, Postsecondary
Enrollment Options,
along with coursework
completed at an
accredited college
or university.
For more information, please contact your Admission Counselor at 913.360.7476, or the
Office of Academic Records and Registration at 913.360.7550 or [email protected].
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FAQs

What AP exams are accepted for credit at Benedictine College?
Benedictine College accepts a variety of AP exams for college credit, including subjects such as Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, and U.S. History. Each exam has specific score requirements, typically needing a score of 3, 4, or 5 for credit to be awarded. The college provides detailed equivalencies for each subject, indicating how many credit hours a student can earn. This information is crucial for students planning their AP courses and understanding how they can benefit from their scores.

How many credit hours can I earn from AP Calculus at Benedictine College?
Students can earn up to 8 credit hours for AP Calculus at Benedictine College, provided they score 4 or above on the AP Calculus BC exam. If a student scores 3 or below, they may not receive credit. The equivalency includes credit for both Calculus I and Calculus II, which are essential courses for many STEM majors. This opportunity allows students to advance their academic standing and potentially graduate earlier.

What is the process for sending AP scores to Benedictine College?
To have AP scores considered for credit at Benedictine College, students must ensure that their scores are sent directly from the College Board. This process involves requesting that the College Board send official score reports to the college's admissions office. It's important for students to check the deadlines for score submission to ensure that their credits are processed in a timely manner. Students should also consult with their academic advisor to understand how these credits will apply to their degree requirements.

Are there any language exams accepted for credit at Benedictine College?
Yes, Benedictine College accepts several language AP exams for credit, including French, Spanish, German, and Chinese. Depending on the exam and the score achieved, students can earn up to 8 credit hours for language courses. This is particularly beneficial for students pursuing degrees that require foreign language proficiency. The college encourages students to take these exams to enhance their academic profile and fulfill language requirements early in their college career.