How do top colleges view OnRamps vs. AP classes

SATXMom2
Sat, 17 Aug 2019 19:43:26 +0000

Texas students here with OnRamps experience. AP Physics I OnRamps and AP Physics 1 are considered equal classes at our school… Your choice. The OnRamps class has additional UT requirements (homework AND tests) and comes with the option of receiving a grade on your UT transcript or just pass/fail. my student opted to go for the graded UT credit and chose not to take the AP test as the class has a slightly different focus than the AP exam. She will take Physics C this year and will take the AP exam.

As for rigorousness, OnRamps is probably more rigorous based on the workload. For our school district is still carries the highest weighted grades just like the AP classes.

If you are planning to take the AP Physics 1 exam, ask your teacher if you will be prepared for the exam or will need to additional outside studying… then make your decision.