Here are the TCNJ course equivalents for AP exam scores:
| AP Course | Score | TCNJ Equivalent | Course Units Received as Credit | Next Math Course to Take |
| PreCalculus | 4 or higher | MAT 120 | 0* | Calculus (MAT 125 or MAT 127) |
| AB Calculus | 4 or higher | MAT 127: Calculus A or
MAT 125: Business Calculus |
1 | MAT 128: Calculus B |
| BC Calculus | 3 | MAT 127: Calculus A or
MAT 125: Business Calculus |
1 | MAT 128: Calculus B |
| BC Calculus | 4 | MAT 127: Calculus A and
MAT 128: Calculus B |
2 | MAT 229: Multivariable Calculus |
*used for placement into Calculus ONLY, no course units awarded.
A student’s own perception of strength in mathematics is an important factor when advising students about math placement. For example, students who receive AP credit(s) for Calculus sometimes choose to forgo the credit and retake the class(es) at TCNJ because of the faster pace and increased rigor of TCNJ courses. Others choose to accept the AP credit and do very well. This is a personal decision that can be discussed with an academic advisor. Students will receive notification from the Office of Records and Registration regarding the process for declining AP credit if they wish to retake MAT 127 or MAT 125.
To be able to use your AP Exam score for math placement, you must have your AP exam scores sent from the testing company to TCNJ. If you have not already done so, you should make your request to the testing company as soon as possible. If you have already sent your scores to TCNJ, you are all set.
Return to the TCNJ Mathematics Placement webpage.