The AP U.S. History (APUSH) Exam is a college-level assessment administered by the College Board that tests your knowledge of American history. It is divided into multiple sections designed to measure your ability to recall facts, analyze historical documents, and craft evidence-based essays.
The APUSH Exam is divided into four sections, each contributing to your overall score:
Each section is weighted differently to calculate the composite score, which determines your final AP score on a scale of 1 to 5.
The composite score is a weighted total of all sections on the exam:
Use the APUSH Score Calculator above to determine your estimated composite score and corresponding AP score.
AP scores range from 1 to 5 and reflect your mastery of the course material:
Most colleges accept scores of 3 or higher for credit, but policies vary by institution.
While this calculator provides an estimate of your score, the actual scoring process by the College Board involves additional adjustments, including curve scaling. Other factors that may affect your score include:
A: This calculator provides a close estimate based on historical data, but it is not an official tool from the College Board.
A: Focus on understanding key historical themes, practicing essay writing, and completing practice exams to familiarize yourself with the format.
A: While colleges may not award credit for these scores, they still demonstrate your effort and preparation for college-level coursework.