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What are AP exams and why do they matter?
Competition for admission to US universities is high, with students not only from America but also from around the world hoping to secure a place. College Board AP examinations are administered in May each year and cover university-level material, with a score of 1 to 5 given for each subject taken.
Having a good score on your AP greatly increases your chances of being accepted to the university of your choice, whether you’re a British, American, or international student. This is because they provide evidence that you are capable of studying a particular subject at an advanced depth, and give weight to your application, especially if you are applying from a country other than the US.
Unlike extracurricular activities, which earn you extra brownie points for your US university application, AP preparation shows that you have subject mastery and can perform well under exam conditions with material taught above your age level. This catches the attention of many university admissions officers, especially at Ivy League institutions such as Harvard, Princeton, and Yale.
Our AP tutors in London can explain to your family and the applicant exactly what the AP entails, as they have extensive knowledge of the course framework and exam style. We have been delivering AP tuition in London and online since 1989 across a range of subjects, and we also provide Common App support for university admissions outside of the UK.
AP subject tuition across Maths, Sciences, and the Humanities
We have dedicated AP tutors for each of the separate subjects on offer, so you can know for sure that you’re receiving the very best quality of AP tuition in London tailored to you. Each subject requires a different approach, and we can help you choose the right APs to make your application to university in the US more rigorous; you can even take more than one at a time. We cover everything from History and Biology to Computer Science and English Literature, with tutors who have already taken the AP or studied at the required level to effectively pass on their knowledge.
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Mathematics
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Sciences
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Humanities and English
AP tuition for UK students applying for US colleges
APs are usually taken by US students in their final year of high school to display their aptitude for higher learning, but an increasing number of international and UK students who want to study in America are taking APs. Having excellent A-Level results is required, but to stand out on an application to some of the best universities and colleges in the US, an extra show of educational talent goes a long way.
We will start with an assessment of your current study, as an IB plus AP combination might work best, but for UK students, a route of A-Level plus specific APs supports each other. When you want to display subject knowledge in a specific topic that is not fully covered by your UK college (such as an AP in Computer Science when you are working towards an Information Technology A-Level), we can guide you on the best course of action. We can also adapt your tuition plan with SAT and ACT preparation to complement any US application for your chosen course, rather than gaining a random list of additional qualifications.
US universities do consider A-Level results, but because APs are much more common, they are more widely recognised and regarded as strong evidence of academic potential and rigour, showing you are ready for higher levels of study. If you have been home educated, APs to prepare for US study are among the best ways to demonstrate aptitude for study, and they’re recognised outside the US, in countries like Canada and Singapore.
AP tuition and full assistance with US university applications
Just like Oxbridge and other university applications here in the UK, acceptance onto a course means more than just achieving the basics. Places at US universities are in high demand, especially for establishments like Yale, MIT, and UCLA, so it’s our job here at Lionheart Education to make your application stand out.
We will conduct an assessment with the family and the applicant to start with, and discuss predicted grades, university choices, extracurricular activities, and your wider educational journey. Lionheart helps you secure the right Common App AP credentials to support your application alongside A-Levels, IB, ACT, and SAT preparation, giving you a full picture of the US university admissions landscape so you can make informed decisions.
Since 1989, we have excelled at building a student’s profile with academic qualifications that not only broaden the student’s horizons but also give them a distinct advantage when choosing their top universities. Lionheart AP tuition is designed around tutor delivery in your home, at the Lionheart School London, or online. Our senior admissions team take an active role in the process, giving you a clear idea of how best to proceed.
Where our students go
Lionheart students have won places at leading US universities — from Ivy League colleges to world-renowned liberal arts institutions.
Your AP questions answered
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What is the AP?
AP stands for Advanced Placement, and it is a College Board programme consisting of multiple college-level exams, each with its own subject. It is usually taken by high-school pupils in the US, but it can also be taken by international IB students and British A-Level students in Years 12 and 13. Exams are scored from 1 to 5 for each subject.
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Which AP subjects do you tutor?
Lionheart Education is proud to offer a huge range of AP tuition for UK and international students, each delivered by a knowledgeable tutor who can make the subject come alive. Major AP subject areas taught by our tutors include Calculus AB and BC, Statistics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, English Literature, English Language, US History, World History, Government, Economics and Computer Science.
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Do UK pupils take APs?
Yes, if you are planning to apply to a US university, taking a single or multiple AP courses with good scores carries a lot of weight in addition to your A-Levels. We provide a full consultancy service for US and UK higher education admissions, and we work around your timetable and schedule so students are not overloaded with academic work at this crucial juncture in their journey.
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When should we start AP preparation?
Most Lionheart students begin their AP preparation 6 to 12 months before the May examinations, but we can begin preparing at the start of Year 12 if you are taking an AP subject not taught at your college. We assess all aspects of your school workload, current knowledge, and the difficulty of the subject before creating a bespoke AP tuition programme for you.
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How does AP tuition fit with US university applications?
GCSEs, A-Levels, and IB cover multiple subjects, but an AP zeroes in on just one subject so that you can demonstrate your aptitude to study it at a higher level. We provide full consultancy and strategy for UK students applying to US universities, including test preparation and mock examinations. Learn in-person in your London home, or choose online sessions with your AP tutor in London.
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