AP Calculus BC

Department: Mathematics
Open to: Juniors, Seniors
Length: 2 Semesters

Calculus BC is a full-year course in the calculus of functions of a single variable. It includes all the topics covered in AP Calculus AB plus additional topics such as polar and parametric curves, differential equations and infinite series. Two semesters of college credit may be available upon passing the A.P. Exam. This course is restricted to students who have at least a 3.5 overall GPA and a 3.9 GPA in honors-level mathematics. Approval by the department is required. Honors Algebra II and Honors Pre-Calculus are the usual prerequisites.