AP Credit
Duke AP Credit
Duke awards credit on 12 of the 12 common AP exams listed here. A 4 is enough on 8, and the other 4 need a higher score.
Lowest score accepted
4
Limit on AP credit
Only two AP credits count toward the 34 needed to graduate
Chart applies to
Trinity College of Arts & Sciences
Duke lists course equivalents. All AP credits appear on the transcript and can be used for placement.
What each AP exam earns at Duke
Twelve common exams. An exam is left out when Duke’s page does not name it.
| AP exam | Lowest score | What it earns | With a 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 5 | MATH 21 | Same |
| Calculus BC | 4 | MATH 21 | MATH 21 & 22 |
| English Language and Composition | 4 | ENGLISH 22 | Same |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | ENGLISH 20 | Same |
| United States History | 4 | HIST 23 and 24 | Same |
| Biology | 4 | BIOLOGY 20 or 21 | Same |
| Chemistry | 4 | CHEM 20 | CHEM 21 |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | PHYSICS 25 | Same |
| Computer Science A | 4 | COMPSCI 101L | Same |
| Statistics | 5 | STA 20 | Same |
| Psychology | 5 | PSYCHOLOGY 11 | Same |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 5 | SPANISH 204 | Same |
“Duke recognizes the Advanced Placement program of the College Board and grants credit for some advanced courses with scores of 4 or 5 on the AP exam.”
Frequently asked questions
Does Duke accept AP credit?
Duke awards credit on 12 of the 12 common AP exams listed here. A 4 is enough on 8, and the other 4 need a higher score. Duke lists course equivalents. All AP credits appear on the transcript and can be used for placement.
What AP score do you need at Duke?
The lowest score that earns anything on the non-language exams listed here is a 4. The score needed differs by exam, so check the row for each one.
Is there a limit on AP credit at Duke?
Yes. Duke states this limit: Only two AP credits count toward the 34 needed to graduate.
Read from Duke’s own page and last checked 2026-10-08. Colleges change these charts, and rules can differ by school within a university, so confirm with the official page before you plan around it.
