Advanced Placement

The Gold Standard for College Readiness

Upland Unified School District is proud to offer one of the most comprehensive Advanced Placement programs in the region. Our AP curriculum is designed to give students a competitive edge in university admissions while providing the flexibility to explore their unique passions.

The AP Advantage

• University-Recognized Excellence AP is the most widely accepted advanced curriculum in the United States. Whether applying to a UC, CSU, or out-of-state private university, AP scores provide a transparent and trusted measure of a student's academic rigor.

• Tangible College Savings By scoring well on AP exams, UUSD students can earn significant college credit before they even graduate high school. This allows students to skip introductory college courses, saving thousands of dollars in tuition and potentially graduating from university a semester or even a year early.

• Customized Academic Pathways Unlike rigid "all-or-nothing" diploma programs, our AP structure allows students to specialize. Whether your student is a future STEM innovator, a budding historian, or a gifted artist, they can tailor their course load to match their intended college major.

• Preparation for the Rigor of Higher Ed Our AP courses are taught by College Board-certified instructors who use college-level textbooks and assessments. Students leave UHS with the study habits, writing skills, and critical thinking abilities required to thrive at the most prestigious universities.