Course: Advanced Placement Economics

School Type:

High School

School Max Description:

Adv Place Economics

Content Area:

Social Studies

Description:

The AP Economics course offers two separate examinations in economics: one in microeconomics and the other in macroeconomics. The content for this course is considered appropriate for the measurement of skills and knowledge in the fields of introductory microeconomics and macroeconomics. Each examination is intended for qualified students who wish to complete studies in secondary school equivalent to a one-semester college introductory course. Students can elect to take one or both examinations in a given year. A separate grade will be reported for each examination.

Course Code:

290903

Prerequisites:

Application and orientation session; Preferably 11th or 12th grade

Credits:

1.0
Elective; Weighted

Dual Enrollment Compatible Course:

NCAA Eligible:

Yes

Grading Factors:

Learn more about our grading factors. (Administrative Procedure 5121)