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AP gives students the chance to tackle college-level work while they're still in high school—whether they're learning online or in the classroom.

By taking AP Exams, students learn skills such as time management, how to study, organization, and more - all while potentially earning college credit and placement.

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See Where AP Can Take You

Explore AP courses, discover free online resources to help you learn in any environment, get exam practice, and find colleges that grant credit for AP.

Explore Resources

Find course and exam descriptions, learn about the AP Course Audit, and access free online AP instructional resources including AP Daily videos and AP Classroom.

Find Information

Read about ordering and administering exams, how to start an AP program at your school, and more.

Learn About Resources to Support Your School

Access resources to help you support teachers and students throughout the year.

Big Future

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There are more than 2,000 colleges in the United States. How do you begin to find the one that is right for you?

Planning for college should not be stressful. Use the tools through the College Board website to help you plan by visiting Big Future.

You Can Find Colleges That Are Right for You

Although there's no magic formula for choosing a college, you can start by asking yourself some questions that help most students find the right fit.

Use this guide to:

  • Learn about some key college search categories.

  • Answer questions to discover what's important to you.

  • Get advice from college students and educators.

It's your journey. College Board is here to help you get started.

Source: Big Future. (n.d.). College Board.