AP Policy Toolkit for International Higher Education

Resources to help your institution meet key enrollment goals, such as recruitment, admissions, and advanced placement, by recognizing student achievement in the Advanced Placement Program.

AP: A Global Credential for Admission, as well as Credit and Advanced Placement

The College Board Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) enables academically prepared students to pursue university-level studies while still in high school.

Trusted by Universities Worldwide

Universities around the world trust AP Exam scores as strong indicators of readiness for postsecondary studies. They also develop policies recognizing AP for admission, as well as for credit, advanced placement, or both.

Broad Availability and Participation

AP is widely available in the United States, with over 90% of public high schools offering courses and exams. International student participation has nearly doubled since 2013, and over 120,000 students across 139 countries took AP Exams in 2024. Because of the broad postsecondary recognition of this program in over 70 countries, your institution is encouraged to explore ways you can leverage AP to support your enrollment goals.

Delivering the AP to Students

Universities all over the world trust the AP to provide useful information about how well-prepared a student is for university-level coursework.

Understanding AP

The Advanced Placement^® Program offers high school students college-level coursework in various disciplines, helping them develop skills and knowledge for college success.

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Recognizing AP for Admission and Placement

College Board research shows that an institution’s AP policy significantly influences student enrollment decisions, making a strong, accessible AP credit policy a key differentiator.

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Receiving Scores and Recruiting Students

Developing an AP recognition policy is just the start. Clear guidance on score submission, policy communication, and recruitment maximizes AP's potential to support enrollment goals.

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