AP is a rigorous academic program built on the commitment, passion, and hard work of students and educators from both secondary schools and higher education. Since 1955, the AP Program has enabled millions of students to take college-level courses and exams, and to earn college credit or placement while still in high school.
A 2008 study found that AP students had better four-year graduation rates than those who did not take AP. For example, graduation rates for AP English Literature students were 62 percent higher than graduation rates for those
who took other English courses in high school.
Taking AP also increases eligibility for scholarships and makes candidates more attractive to colleges.
More information about AP exams can be obtained from each high school's AP coordinator or counselor, or
at the
College Board website. AP Exam fees may be found
here.
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- MPS Students should complete registration by October 1.
- Submission deadline for MPS AP Coordinators is November 15.
Studies show that 31% of colleges and universities consider a student's AP experience when making decisions about which students will receive scholarships. They also show that 85% of selective colleges and universities report that a student's AP experience favorably impacts admissions decisions.
Advanced Placement Courses Offered
AP at a Glance
Get an overview of what the program offers and how it works
here.
AP Exams are administered over two weeks in May. Coordinators are responsible for notifying students when and where to report for the exams. Early testing or testing at times other than those published by the College Board is not permitted under any circumstances. Click here for the printable
AP Exam schedule.
Exam Fee Assistance: For low-income students
The cost of the AP Exam is $96. College Board provides a $32 fee reduction. Schools provide a $9 fee reduction, and the State Department of Education provides a $43 fee reduction, making the cost of the exam $10 for low-income students. To get guidelines on who would be eligible for the low-income fee reduction, see your school’s AP Coordinator. The $10 cost applies to all AP exams eligible students take.
For non-low-income students who take 2 or more exams in one year
The Oklahoma State Department of Education provides a $25 discount on all tests for those students who do not qualify for the low-income fee reduction and who take 2 or more exams in one year. Tests that are taken at a local Career Tech can be combined with tests taken at the student’s home school to qualify for this discount. The cost of each exam would be $69.
Contact for Oklahoma AP info and fee assistance
OKSDE Advanced Placement
2500 North Lincoln Boulevard
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone: 405-522-0081
Email
This site offers information related to the Advanced Placement Program in Oklahoma, including training, state incentives and classes.
