Does it look bad if you take an AP exam before the class?

APRecess
Fri, 10 Oct 2025 21:05:08 +0000

I’m planning on potentially taking the AP Computer Science A exam in Grade 10 and the course itself in Grade 12, as well as taking the AP Calculus BC exam in Grade 10 and the course itself in Grade 12.

1. Will this negatively impact my college application? I’m wondering if an AO might not view it in a positive light since I already know the material and hence it wouldn’t be rigorous for me.

2. Will I have to take the exam again after the class?