Advanced Placement Capstone Diploma Program
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2025 AP Results!
163 students scored a 3 or higher on their AP exams...
a nearly 5% increase from last year!
Meet our future AP Capstone Candidates!
What is Advanced Placement?
The Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables willing and academically prepared students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. These are college-level courses that high school students can take to prepare for college. To earn college credit, corresponding AP exams are administered each year in May.
Each AP course is modeled on a comparable introductory college course in the subject
Each course culminates in a standardized college-level assessment
AP Exams are scored on a scale of 1 to 5 by university professors and experienced AP teachers
Many U.S. colleges offer credit for AP Exam scores of 3 or higher
AP Benefits
Stand out to colleges and scholarship organizations. Taking AP courses and exams shows that you’re serious about your education and willing to challenge yourself.
Get a GPA boost. Woodmont offers a boost to students who take AP.
Succeed in college. AP students typically experience greater academic success in college and have higher graduation rates.
Which Students Should Take AP Courses?
All students who are motivated and academically prepared to accept the challenge of a rigorous academic curriculum. Students should talk with their teachers and school counselors to decide which AP courses are right for them.
Students looking to earn admission to a college or university should consider AP courses. Additionally, students who are interested in applying to highly selective colleges should take multiple AP classes to bolster their applications and demonstrate they can handle challenging coursework.
Certain AP courses have prerequisite courses. If a student has completed the prerequisite course successfully, the student is eligible to take the AP course.
State Universities Credit Acceptance Equivalents
Your AP scores could earn you college credit. Use this tool to find colleges that offer credit.
How to Make the Choice?
When making a choice, students need to remain honest about what they can and cannot handle. AP classes come with time constraints which may conflict with extracurriculars.
While we encourage lower grades to take these courses, it is to introduce the rigor and academic skills they will face in later course work.
Some students may want to take more than one AP class. Keep in mind, while these classes are typically weighted which could raise or lower a student’s current high school GPA, they are intense courses that students must work hard to earn their familiar As or even Bs.
Remember, these are college courses!
AP Capstone
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AP Capstone™ is a diploma program based on two yearlong courses, AP Seminar and AP Research, and four other AP exams with passing scores of 3 or higher. Students must think about this option early in their high school career to ensure enough opportunities to complete all of the requirements.
AP Seminar and Research Certificate™ is a program that indicates a student who earns a 3 or higher in both the AP Seminar and AP Research courses. These classes use an interdisciplinary approach to develop the critical thinking, research, collaboration, and presentation skills students need for college-level work.
AP Courses Offered at Woodmont HS
8th Grade Courses
At WHS, the foundation for a successful journey in advanced studies is laid in middle school. 8th-grade students can significantly enhance their high school experience by taking rigorous early credit courses like English 1H, Geometry H, Spanish 1H, and Computer Science. These challenging courses not only provide a head start on high school credits but also cultivate essential critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, preparing students for the intellectual rigor of advanced placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs.
9th Grade Course
At WHS, 9th-graders aspiring to excel can gain a valuable head start with our introductory advanced studies course. This course empowers students to develop the critical thinking and academic skills needed to thrive in rigorous Advanced Placement studies.
It provides a supportive environment for students to explore the challenges and rewards of advanced studies coursework firsthand, allowing them to make informed decisions about their academic journey and reach their full potential.
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10th Grade Courses
Building on their 9th-grade exploration, 10th-graders ready to advance their academic journey can continue building a strong foundation with AP courses. For those interested in the prestigious AP Capstone Diploma or the challenging IB Diploma, we recommend the engaging Seminar/English Composition courses. These courses provide invaluable insights into the rigorous demands of these programs, allowing students to determine if they're the right fit. Students new to advanced studies in 10th grade can seamlessly integrate into the program by starting with a history course, seminar, or English language.
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11th & Grade Courses
In 11th grade, students embark on the core of their AP journey, strategically selecting courses to align with their academic goals.
After completing the rigorous Seminar course, they gain access to the exciting AP Research component.
This in-depth research experience can be undertaken in either junior or senior year, allowing students to tailor their academic path.
By strategically combining AP Research with other challenging AP courses, students can confidently pursue the prestigious AP Capstone Certificate, Diploma, or the demanding IB Diploma.
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12th Grade Courses
In their senior year, students enjoy the flexibility to explore a wide range of challenging AP courses, many of which serve as excellent prerequisites for students considering careers in engineering, STEM fields, and other demanding disciplines.
These courses align with individual interests and post-secondary aspirations.
Seniors have ample time for independent study, AP Research, and fulfilling the rigorous requirements for the prestigious AP Capstone Diploma, which can significantly enhance college applications and demonstrate a strong work ethic and advanced academic skills to admissions committees.
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