Outlier by Savvas: The AP alternative your students deserve
Swap the high-stakes testing of AP® courses for actual college credit with Outlier Dual Enrollment.
AP scores are in. And it’s clear: the stakes are too high.
Millions of students take AP classes to earn college credits in high school. But one bad day, one bout of test anxiety can undo a year’s worth of work. Why take a chance with AP when you can secure your students’ success with Outlier Dual Enrollment?
Prepare your students for college, not an exam. See how Outlier Dual Enrollment can work for your school today.
The Outlier difference
It’s never been easier to maximize your students’ outcomes.
| Outlier Dual Enrollment | AP® (Advanced Placement) | |
|---|---|---|
| Students Who Earn College Credit | 54% | How did your students do on the AP exams? |
| What Determines College Credit | Entire course grade | Single AP exam score |
| Official College Transcript | From the University of Pittsburgh (a top 50 school!) | None—must submit AP scores from the College Board to desired college for credit consideration |
| Format | 100% online, asynchronous | In-person, synchronous |
| Location | In your high school classroom | In your high school classroom |
| Course Content | Mastery-based learning through cinematic lectures, interactive textbooks, guided notes, and more | Varies by course and teacher |
| Instructor | Top-rated instructors from leading universities like Harvard, NYU, and MIT | High school teacher |
| Student Support | 24/7 support + unlimited 1:1 tutoring in all math and finance courses | Varies by school |
| Course Materials | All included | Textbooks, course materials, and exam fees may cost extra |
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