Students who enroll in AP courses are usually enrolled in honors courses, but are not required to have taken honors courses. Most students are enrolled in AP courses based on teacher recommendations, which are based on a students' potential for success in that AP course. In addition, some students are recommended based on their potential as measured by standardized tests such as the PSAT/NMSQT. If you are interested in taking AP courses, speak with your content area teacher or school counselor.