What Happens to My AP Credits?
UMass Amherst grants advanced standing and/or credit for the College Board AP exams, but these credits will vary depending upon scores and subject matter.
Download AP score/credit interpretations (PDF, 23K)
Graduating high school seniors with AP credits are admitted as Freshmen with advanced standing. More information is available at the Advanced Standing section.
FYI: AP credits may apply to graduation requirements, but they do not count toward your residence requirements (that is, up to 75 transfer credits can apply to graduation requirements; 45 residence credits must be earned through UMass Amherst; 60 credits if graduating with honors). In addition, no grade is granted for AP credits.
