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Advanced Placement
Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board offering college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. AP courses are rigorous, college-level classes taught in high school. Students who earn qualifying scores on AP exams can earn college credit, advanced placement, or both at most colleges and universities. AP is widely recognized by universities in the US, Canada, and increasingly worldwide.
Recognized by universities in the US, Canada, UK, and worldwide for advanced standing and credit.
Suitable Age Range
16-18
Typical Duration
1-2 years
Schools in Switzerland
8
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Why Choose AP?
- College-level rigor in high school
- 38+ subject areas available
- AP Exams scored 1-5
- College credit opportunity
- Recognized by 4,000+ universities
Subject Areas
Schools with Advanced Placement
Collège du Léman
Versoix, Geneva
Ages
2–18 yrs
Annual fees
CHF 25k–118k/yr
Ecole d'Humanité
Hasliberg Goldern, Bern
Ages
12–19 yrs
Annual fees
CHF 29k–75k/yr
Institut auf dem Rosenberg
St. Gallen
Ages
6–19 yrs
Annual fees
CHF 93k–140k/yr
International School of Zug and Luzern
Baar, Zug
Ages
3–18 yrs
Annual fees
CHF 17k–40k/yr
Leysin American School
Leysin, Vaud
Ages
12–18 yrs
Annual fees
CHF 128k/yr
Surval Montreux
Montreux, Vaud
Ages
12–19 yrs
Annual fees
CHF 115k/yr
TASIS Switzerland
Montagnola, Lugano
Ages
3–18 yrs
Annual fees
CHF 29k–107k/yr
Zurich International School
Kilchberg, Zurich
Ages
3–18 yrs
Annual fees
CHF 17k–40k/yr
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