AP Score Calculator (All AP Subjects)
Estimate your Advanced Placement (AP) exam score from 1 to 5 based on multiple choice and free response points.
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How to Use the AP Score Calculator
- 1Select your AP subject or use the general scoring mode.
- 2Enter your multiple-choice questions (MCQ) correct count.
- 3Enter your free-response questions (FRQ) points earned.
- 4View your weighted composite score and estimated AP score grade (1 to 5).
Formula & How It Works
AP Composite Scoring Method
College Board calculates a composite score by multiplying Section I (Multiple Choice) and Section II (Free Response) raw points by subject-specific weighting coefficients, comparing against official historical cutoffs.
Worked Examples
AP Calculus AB Estimation
Input: 35 / 45 MCQ, 38 / 54 FRQ
Explanation: Typically a composite score above 68/108 qualifies for a score of 5 on AP Calculus AB.
AP Psychology
Input: 75 / 100 MCQ, 10 / 14 FRQ
Explanation: A solid score in both sections yields a composite in the 4-range cutoff.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these AP score cutoffs guaranteed?▼
No. Scoring curves and cutoffs are calibrated by College Board annually. This calculator provides an accurate estimate based on historical exam distributions.
Is there a penalty for guessing on AP multiple-choice?▼
No, there is no guessing penalty on AP exams. You should answer every question.
What is considered a passing AP score for college credit?▼
A score of 3, 4, or 5 is generally considered passing and accepted for credit or placement at many universities.
When was this scoring table last reviewed?▼
Curved score boundaries are reviewed and updated annually for the current testing cycle.
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