Curriculum

Academic Pathways - Mathematics

AP Calculus AB vs BC

AP Calculus BC = AP Calculus AB + additional college-level calculus topics

AP Calculus BC covers all AP Calculus AB material—and then goes further.

AP Calculus AB vs BC Diagram
Roadmap

Planning by Intended Major

Start with the target course for 11th grade

After understanding the difference between AP Calculus AB and BC, the next step is to decide:

  • - Which math course to take in 11th grade
  • - Which course to continue with in 12th grade
  • - How to build the course sequence leading up to that point

We recommend planning backward from 11th grade based on a student’s academic goals, intended major, and long-term pathway.

STEM Majors & Quantitative Non-STEM Majors

Recommended: Complete AP Calculus BC in 11th grade

Non-Quantitative / Less Math-Intensive Majors

Recommended: Complete AP Calculus AB in 11th grade

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