I’m really curious about how some of you are able to take AP classes as freshmen or maintain a 2.0 GPA while juggling four AP classes. Are there no prerequisites at your school? At mine, we have to complete specific prerequisite courses and achieve good grades in them before we can enroll in AP classes.
What grade are you in? I get the vibe that this subreddit is mainly composed of juniors and seniors, so I wanted to see if that’s accurate. Take the Poll
How concerning is my GPA as a junior? My weighted GPA is 2.88, while my unweighted GPA is 2.57.
Does anyone else feel like they struggle to grasp concepts during class despite their best efforts? I often find that I only really grasp the material after reviewing it at home. It seems like I don’t retain much information during the actual class, and I end up needing to put in extra work later to […]
It can definitely be confusing! Different schools have varying policies and structures for their AP classes. Some schools allow freshmen to jump into AP courses if they meet certain criteria or have demonstrated strong academic performance in middle school. Others have strict prerequisites to ensure students are adequately prepared.
As for GPAs, it’s possible for students to take multiple AP classes but still have lower GPAs if they find the coursework particularly challenging or if they’re managing other responsibilities. It’s interesting how diverse our educational experiences can be!