The Benefits of the AP Program

Students often experience pressure when it comes to making decisions about their future pathway. Navigating their options while considering the impact of their choices on their long term goals for their future pathways, can be overwhelming for any high school student.

At Nibras International School, our high school students have the chance to explore a wide range of courses tailored to their educational interests. NIS stands out as one of the few schools in Dubai offering Advanced Placement (AP) courses. 

So, what is the AP program, and what are the benefits of AP courses?

The AP Program enables highly motivated students to tackle university-level courses while still in high school.

Siblings, Esha and Praneel have chosen to enroll in AP courses at NIS to enhance their academic growth, personal development, and future aspirations.

Praneel thinks  the AP Program offers students the opportunity to explore and discover potential programs or courses they might pursue in the future. He shared some of the benefits of the AP courses with us. 

“The AP Program gave me a grasp on what I want to do,” he shared. “By taking the AP Program, it gave me an idea on what college looks like. Taking an AP course offers a level of difficulty and rigor that helps me experience what college will be like, making the transition smoother for me.”

Aside from academic rigor, Esha believes that taking AP courses helps them gain the foundational knowledge needed to succeed in college or university.

“Even if the college credit isn’t there, the content and the knowledge are already there, which would give any student a head start in university,” she added.

Hear more about what Praneel and Esha have to say about the benefits of AP courses by watching this video.

To support our students in making informed decisions, especially regarding AP courses, our Career Counselors work closely with them to align their course choices with their future pathway aspirations.

Conveniently located in Dubai Investment Park (DIP), NIS is one of the best American schools in Dubai, dedicated to igniting the TORCH of learning in every child. Part of International Schools Partnership (iSP), our NIS Secondary School helps prepare our students to be successful for life beyond school.