advanced placement

The Advanced Placement (AP) is a program in the United States created by the College Board offering college-level curriculum and examinations to high school students. American colleges often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores above a certain number on the examinations.

1. She took several Advanced Placement courses to prepare for college.
   她选修了几门高级课程来为大学做准备。
2. Advanced Placement exams allow students to earn college credits while still in high school.
   高级课程考试让学生在高中时就能获得大学学分。