Advanced Placement Program

  • Advanced Placement courses are offered in Art, English, World Language, Math, Science, History, Computer Science and Psychology.  Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement course will be prepared for and are expected to take the Advanced Placement Examination offered by the College Entrance Examination Board.  Students may receive credit or advanced standing at participating colleges based on their performance on these tests.  Each student should become aware of the credit/advanced standing policies of the colleges to which he/she will apply. 

    AP Test Registration

    For the 2026 AP exam administration, all AP students are automatically enrolled and registered for all of their AP exam(s). Students must opt out of an exam they do not wish to take.  Payment is due in full in the Fall of 2025.  If payment is not received by Masco's published deadline, an exam will not be ordered.  All students who submit payment after Masco's published deadline will be charged a $40.00 (per exam) late fee. In addition, a $40.00 per exam cancelation fee will be charged for any canceled exam.

    Additional details regarding the exam ordering process will be provided at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. 

    Frequently Asked Questions About AP Courses

    What kind of student will be successful in this program? One who is highly motivated, willing to work hard, able to dedicate time, and has a recommendation from a teacher.
    Where does the curriculum come from? National Curriculum
    What would this program look like on my schedule? One or more courses in area/s of strength and interest. Courses are one year long. 
    What are these courses like?

    Content driven, Retention of large quantities of information, Critical thinking is important for success 
    How will I be assessed? Multiple choice and essay questions on standardized exam
    What is my score based on? Solely on an external grade from 0-5 by a qualified national national examiner 
    Will I be required to do research? Encouraged but not required.
    Who can I ask for more information?  Guidance counselor or teacher/s of course/s.