Based on test results from the 2010-11 school year. Southwest students who completed the International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement exams with passing scores saved significant dollars assuming they attended Minnesota State Universities.
Based on Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) information a student (family) cost of college savings can be generated. The average costs of college credit for Minnesota State Universities was the basis for the savings calculations. ** Out-of-state and private schools could have significantly higher college credit averages and the cost savings could be even greater.
Based on MDE figures and estimate, the Southwest seniors in 2011 could have received a college cost savings of over $1,390,153. Remember that college cost savings could be even greater if the student enrolled in an out-of-state or private college.
Students who score well on the IB/AP exams frequently qualify for college scholarships and the amount increases the monetary benefit of taking the IB/AP courses and exams.
In addition to an outstanding learning experience students enrolled in International Baccalaureate and Advance Placement courses who take the exams save significant money in college costs.
It means dollar and cents to take the IB/AP courses and exams. Obviously, the grades on the exams are earned through academic efforts and study. Any you can save $$.
We will post the college cost savings for the seniors of 2012 and 2013 as available.
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