AP Courses

AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A share characteristics. Both courses:

• Do not require you to have any computer science or programming experience before enrolling in the course. 

• Give you a solid introduction to programming content and skills.

• Encourage you to continue your studies and interest in the field of computer science.

• Do not have any formal prerequisites, though they require students to exercise problem-solving skills and logical reasoning.

AP Computer Science Principles (AP CSP)

• Programming language varies by teacher.

• Covers broad CS concepts: data analysis, internet, cybersecurity, AI impacts.

• Exam includes a performance task (program + video) and a digital exam with multiple-choice and written responses about the task.

AP Computer Science A (AP CSA)

• Java programming language required.

• Focuses on advanced Java programming concepts.

• Exam is a digital traditional exam with multiple-choice and free-response coding questions in Java.