The Department of Computer Science accepts exam scores from the Advanced Placement (AP) program administered by the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB). These exams are given in high schools and are scored by the CEEB. CEEB offers two computer science exams: the A test and the AB test.

AB test

A student who scores a 4 or 5 on the AB test receives 3 hours of credit for CS 1010 and possible credit for CS 2020 based on exam booklet review and student conference with the department's undergraduate advisor.

A student who scores a 3 on the AB test receives 3 hours of credit for CS 1010.

A test

A student who scores a 4 or 5 on the A test receives 3 hours of credit for CS 1010.

A student who scores a 3 on the A test receives possible credit for CS 1010 based on exam booklet review and student conference with the department's undergraduate advisor.