Designed by the College Board to parallel college-level courses in independent research, AP Research courses provide students with the opportunity to conduct an in-depth, mentored research project. Course topics include research methods, ethical research practices, and accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information to address a research question. Courses culminate with an academic thesis paper and an oral defense of the research design, approach, and findings.

This course can earn 0 credits in AP Research at Advanced Placement (AP) Program.

College Tuition for this course: $0
Additional Costs for this Course: $143

Additional Information: AP Exam fee $143. This is the second year course in the AP Capstone project.

Is this class Guarantee Transfer college credit? No. Students are encouraged to connect with their preferred college/university advisor to determine transferability of college credit.

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