Students entering Jackson State University for the first time are allowed credit on the advanced placement examination administered by the College Entrance Examination Board. These courses do not affect grade point averages. Unless otherwise noted, an Advanced Placement (AP) score of 3 will earn three (3) semester hours of credit. Students scoring 4 or 5 on an AP exam typically are awarded six (6) semester hours of credit. Acceptance of advanced placement credits to a specific degree will be determined by the major Department Chair and Dean of the college in which the student is enrolled.