AP Courses
Expand your knowledge for college credit.
Darlington’s advanced courses give students a collegiate advantage while providing an important academic challenge. For students ready to take their learning to the next level, Advanced Placement (AP) courses offer opportunities for deeper exploration, specialized study, and the experience of college-level coursework. These classes encourage critical thinking, independence, and intellectual curiosity while helping students build the skills and confidence needed for success beyond Darlington.
At Darlington, AP coursework is about more than preparing for an exam; it's about embracing challenge and pursuing growth. Here, all AP students take the AP Exam, allowing them to demonstrate their learning and accomplishments. In 2025, 261 Darlington students participated in the AP program, with 98 students recognized as AP Scholars by The College Board.
Darlington currently offers 22 AP courses:
English
English Language
English Literature
Fine Arts
Music Theory
Studio Art
History
Comparative Government
United States Government
Psychology
United States History
World History
Micro/Macro Economics
World Languages
Spanish Language and Culture
Mathematics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Precalculus
Statistics
Science
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1 and 2
Physics C
View the Upper School Curriculum Guide for a complete listing of all Upper School courses offered.