No AP: no chance?

b_r_um
Thu, 20 Dec 2007 21:16:26 +0000

First of all: you will be fine.

Most countries have a standardized curriculum that does not include honors classes (not to mention APs… why should other countries follow the American system?). If you are in the general college-prep track in your country, you are a good candidate for most American colleges.

Now ask yourself: how do you compare to others in your class? If you are at least in the top 25%, you should have a shot at selective colleges. If you are among the best in your country, you should have a shot at top colleges and universities (Ivies etc).