Taking Advanced Placement, or college prep, classes in high school not only increases your chances of getting into college, but also prepares you for the tough course material dealt with in higher education curriculum. The AP Program is prestigious, and while awards are non-monetary, to put it down as an achievement on a college application can be beneficial. Look here for the different awards given and their descriptions, ranging from the AP Scholar to the International AP Scholar. You can also view state reports from the most recent test year dating back to 1997.