Making College Credit Policies for AP/IB Exams Clearer.
This law requires colleges and universities to publicly disclose detailed information about how they accept Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) exam credits. This increased transparency helps students and parents understand exactly how their high school achievements translate into college credit. Citizens can better plan their finances and potentially reduce the time needed to complete a degree.
Key points
Colleges must publish clear policies online detailing minimum required scores, maximum credits allowed, and the type of credit granted (full course credit, elective, or exemption) for AP and IB exams.
The Department of Education must collect and annually report this credit acceptance data on the College Scorecard website for easy comparison between institutions.
Students gain better tools to plan their college finances and course load by knowing upfront which high school exams will count toward their degree.
Status:
Introduced
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