Advanced Placement

Taylor High School is proud to offer a rigorous curriculum that includes 12 Advanced Placement classes. It is Taylor High School policy that any student who takes an AP class must take the exam in May of that academic school year. 

Biology

English Literature

English Language

Calculus

Environmental Science

US History

Government

Human Geography

Psychology

Drawing

2 D Art

3 D Art

2024 AP Exam Schedule

Monday, May 6th at 8am- US Government

Tuesday, May 7th at 8am- Human Geography

Wednesday, May 8th at 8am- English Literature

Thursday, May 9th at 8am- Environmental Science

Thursday, May 9th at 12pm- Psychology

Friday, May 10th at 8am- US History

Monday, May 13th at 8am- Calculus

Tuesday, May 14th at 8am- English Language

Thursday, May 16th at 12pm- Biology

The AP curriculum, administered by The College Board, consists of standardized high school courses that are roughly equivalent to undergraduate college courses. After completing an AP class, students take the AP exam in that subject, which can earn them credits and accelerated placement in college. 

Why take an AP class?

• Be challenged. Advanced Placement classes are rigorous and demanding, offering an intellectual stimulation that students won't get in regular high school courses.

• Improve college admissions chances. AP classes will raise the "wow" factor of a student's high school record. If a student does well in an AP class, it's a signal to admissions counselors that he or she is ready for the pressures of college study.

• Arrive at college better prepared. AP classes sharpen students' writing skills, teach them how to think critically, and improve their problem-solving abilities. AP students learn to navigate the academic expectations they'll encounter in college courses.

• Earn college credit. AP exams are scored on a scale of 1 (lowest) through 5 (highest). If a student earns a 3 or higher, he or she can receive course credits, advanced placement, or both upon arriving at college. AP policies vary from school to school, but the majority of colleges in the U.S. (as well as colleges and universities in 40 other countries) grant credit and/or accelerated placement for AP exams.

• Win scholarships. AP courses and exam scores help students qualify for scholarships. According to The College Board, 31 percent of colleges and universities look at AP experience when making scholarship decisions.

• Save money. Students with AP experience and credits are more likely to graduate from college in four years. Extra semesters (or years) at college can put a heavy financial burden on families.

For questions regarding AP testing procedures or fees, please contact Katie Ryan, AP Coordinator at kryan@trlsd.org