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• AP Seminar (Year 1) and AP Research (Year 2): Must earn a score of 3 or higher in both
• 4 AP Exams throughout high school: Score of 3 or higher required
• AP Seminar can be taken in grades 10–12
• Students have 4 years to earn the diploma
• Florida Academic Award (Bright Futures) eligibility with 100 community hours

Required Core:

• Global Perspectives AS (11th or 12th Grade)

Diploma Requirements:

• Earn at least 7 classes in 3 consecutive school years (25 months)
• 1 course from Groups 1, 2, and 3, plus Global Perspectives
• 100 service hours for highest Bright Futures (Florida Academic)

Students who are interested in this program may contact Ms. Adrienne Maisel via email: adrienne.maisel@browardschools.com

Students can attempt as many AP courses as they want. However, it is advised to focus on your academic strengths and manage course loads effectively. Guidance counselors are here to help. CLICK HERE to schedule an appointment with a counselor assigned to your student cohort.

Yes. AP courses are modeled after college-level classes allowing students to earn college credits. Since colleges and universities set the criteria, students are encouraged to score high enough on AP exams to earn college credit.

Key Differences

Advanced Placement (AP)

• College-level high school courses
• Credit is not automatic
• Students must pass a College Board exam (typically score 3+)
• Credit acceptance varies by college

Dual Enrollment

• Students take actual college courses through a partner college
• Credit is earned directly (no separate exam required)
• Credits typically apply to both high school and college transcripts
• Generally accepted at Florida public colleges/universities

Quick Summary

• AP = credit based on exam score
• Dual Enrollment = guaranteed credit upon course completion (with passing grade)

Yes—students can retake AP exams, but there are a few important rules:

Key Points

• Not in the same year: AP exams are offered once per year (typically May), so you must wait until the next testing cycle to retake one. 
• Retakes are allowed: You can take the same AP exam again in a future year if you want to improve your score.
• All scores are recorded: If you retake an exam, both scores will appear unless you request to cancel or withhold one.

Yes, students who are home-schooled can sit for AP exams. They must self study and register with a participating school or educational center prior to taking the exam.