AP and Dual Credit Courses

The Glenbrook curriculum offers robust, advanced academic programs most readily available as Advanced Placement and Dual Credit.

Advanced Placement (AP) Courses

College Board Advanced Placement (AP) courses provide opportunities for students to pursue college-level courses and receive college credit. These courses are available throughout a student’s academic journey in the Glenbrooks. Students may receive college credit, advanced college placement, or both depending on AP exam score. All AP courses focus on skills and content needed for the College Board exam in May.

Dual Credit Courses

A dual credit course is a college-level course taught by certified Glenbrook High School District 225
faculty that allows students to earn both college and high school credits pending successful completion of the course. Students must be dually registered as a Glenbrook High School District 225 student and an Oakton Community College student, while during their regular school schedule, and they must follow all the requirements, processes, and deadlines set by Oakton. The following are some of the benefits associated with taking a dual credit course:

• Earning college credit
• Experiencing college-level academic rigor
• Saving time and gaining flexibility in college by completing credits in high school
• Gaining confidence in pursuing a college career
• Only cost incurred is a one-time application fee