For students enrolled in an AP course either 1st or 2nd semester this year.

If you have not done so, create an account with College Board. (pdf)

Students in AP courses right now, 1st semester
Students should've received a join code from their teacher for their specific AP section.  This join code enrolls them in the AP classroom. If you did not receive this code, ask your teacher or Ms. Hefty. When you enrolled online you were asked whether you wanted to take the exam. You should confirm or remove yourself from the exam. In other words, say “yes” or “no” to the May exam.

This is different from last year when students were automatically registered “yes” for the exam. If in doubt, say yes to the exam because there is no cost for cancelling! Your teacher or Ms. Hefty can change your status. Let them know if you have trouble or change your mind.

Costs for 2021-22 Exams
All exams costs are being paid by the Beaverton Sucess Fund so $0 cost for students.

Students in AP courses starting the 2nd semester
If you will not be enrolled in your AP course until February 2022, you will not join your course online until that time.  Students will receive a join code from their teacher on the first day of class. (Some teachers my give you the join codes earlier so you can get a head start on the material.) Students will then “confirm” (say yes) to the exam or say no. If in doubt, say yes to the exam! Please see “Paying for your exam” for further steps.

Kelly Hefty
AP Coordinator

Advanced Placement Programs

Further info can be found on the College Board website.

BHS students earn credit & save thousands of dollars

In May 2018, BHS students took 493 AP Exams that earned scores of 3, 4, or 5. Based on Portland State University's AP credit conversion chart, this represents an estimated 2,400 college credits. The cost savings for BHS families is $408,000 at an average rate of $170/credit hour at Portland State University. (Estimates based on PSU 2018-2019 undergrad resident tuition rate.)

A Different Kind of Class

From the moment you enter an AP classroom, you'll notice the difference—in the teacher's approach to the subject, in the attitude of your classmates, in the way you start to think. You'll engage in intense discussions, solve problems collaboratively, learn to write clearly and persuasively and respond to university level questions.

Find Your Passion

With 23 AP courses to choose from, at Beaverton High School, you’ll be able to explore your interests and discover new passions. In AP classes, you'll study fascinating topics and ideas that just might become the foundation of your future college major or career.

Prepare to Succeed in College

Most four-year colleges in the United States and colleges in more than 60 other countries give students credit, advanced placement or both on the basis of AP Exam scores. Find scores required and credits awarded by Oregon Public Universities. By entering college with AP credits, you'll have the time to move into upper level courses, pursue a double major or study abroad. Find colleges and universities with AP credit policy information.

AP and the Cost of College

Research shows that your AP experience can benefit you in several important ways when you reach college:

• AP students are more likely to graduate from college in four years - students who take longer to graduate at public colleges and universities can spend up to $19,000(1) for each additional year.
• AP helps students qualify for scholarships - 31 percent of colleges and universities look at AP experience when determining scholarships.(2)

(1)- Costs include tuition, fees, and books only, and do not include room, board, and other living expenses. Average Estimated Undergraduate Budgets, 2008-09 (Enrollment-Weighted). The College Board, "Trends in College Pricing," 2008.
(2)- Unpublished institutional research, Crux Research, Inc. March 2007.

AP Courses Offered At
Beaverton High School 2019-2020