MODERATOR’S NOTE:
Closing thread. There is an active thread on the subject of APs, Feel free to read through and ask questions there:
http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/prep-school-parents/2119528-ap-classes.html#latest
On the FA question, start a new thread with just that question(using your original account since multiple accounts are not allowed), but the short answer is: It depends on the school and/or the amount of FA needed, but yes, it can impact admissions chances…