An Act relative to advanced placement examinations
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, H.1435, addresses advanced placement (AP) examinations offered for college credit. It seeks to clarify and standardize the process by which Massachusetts colleges and universities award credit for AP exams. The bill aims to ensure consistency and transparency in how these exams are evaluated and recognized for post-secondary coursework. Specifically, it focuses on establishing clear guidelines for colleges to follow when granting credit based on AP scores.
Key provisions
- Establishes guidelines for colleges to award credit for AP exams.
- Requires colleges to clearly communicate their AP credit policies to students.
- Promotes consistency in the evaluation of AP exam scores across institutions.
- Addresses the recognition of AP exams for post-secondary course credits.
Who is affected
- Students taking AP examinations
- Massachusetts colleges and universities
- High school students preparing for college
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Richard M. Haggerty
Cosponsor
Richard M. Haggerty
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