AP Macroeconomics

SOC310 | First OR Second Semester
ELECTIVE ⬜9 ⬜10 ⬛11 ⬛12
⬜DMACC ⬛NCAA ⬛RAI

AP Macroeconomics is an introductory college-level course that focuses on the principles that apply to an economic system as a whole. The course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price-level determination; it also develops students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts.

In addition to the macroeconomics focus of this class, significant content will concentrate on Consumer Economics, Financial Literacy, and 21st-century skills. Topics include money management, credit, financial planning, and more. Due to the large quantity of material covered in this course, content will move quickly and students will be required to do extensive preparation outside of class.
This course will fulfill the Economics credit required for graduation and is required as part of the Honors and Scholars Diploma programs. AP Macroeconomics is NOT available for DMACC credit.

It is highly advised to take the Advanced Placement exam as a culmination of the AP course curriculum.  Students who successfully complete an AP course will have a .5 weighted grade applied to their GPA for the course. Students who participate in the AP exam will have a total of 1.0 weighted grade applied to their GPA for the course. Regardless of exam participation, a student's transcript will reflect the title of the AP course they enrolled in.

Each exam has a cost that will be incurred by the student.  If students are in need of financial assistance to help with the cost of AP exams, please see your assigned counselor for information.