Ap Equivalency

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

Art: Art 3D Design

ART-1030 — Foundations of 3-D Design:

Form & Space

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

Chemistry

CHEM-1010 & CHEM-1011 — Chemistry of the

Biosphere w/Lab

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

English Literature

and Composition

ENGL-1010 — English Composition &

ENGL-1020 — Introduction to Literature

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

German Language

and Culture

FORL ELE — Foreign Language Elective 8

Government &

Politics: Comp.

POLS-2010 — Comparative World Government

and Politics

Human Geography NASC-2300 — World Regional Geography 3

Intro to

American Government

POLS-1000 — Introduction to

American Government

Italian Language

and Culture

ITAL-1000 — Beginning Italian &

ITAL-1020 — Second Semester Italian

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

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

Precalculus MATH-1250 — Precalculus 4

Psychology PSYC-1000 — General Psychology 3

Spanish Language

SPAN-1000 — Beginning Spanish &

SPAN-1020 — Second Semester Spanish

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

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 bcregistrar@benedictine.edu.

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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.