About APUSH Score Calculator
Welcome to the APUSH Score Calculator (AP US History), the most advanced and accurate tool designed for the 2024-2025 school year. Our tool helps students predict their AP exam score (on a 1 to 5 scale) by simulating the official College Board weighting system.
How is the APUSH Exam Scored?
The AP US History exam is divided into two major sections containing four parts. Our calculator uses the following official breakdown:
- Section I, Part A (MCQ): 55 Multiple Choice Questions. Accounts for 40% of your total score.
- Section I, Part B (SAQ): 3 Short Answer Questions. Accounts for 20% of your total score.
- Section II, Part A (DBQ): 1 Document-Based Question. Scored out of 7 points. Accounts for 25% of your total score.
- Section II, Part B (LEQ): 1 Long Essay Question. Scored out of 6 points. Accounts for 15% of your total score.
What do the AP Scores Mean?
- 5 - Extremely Qualified: Equivalent to an A+ or A in a college course.
- 4 - Well Qualified: Equivalent to a B+, B, or B-.
- 3 - Qualified: Equivalent to a C+, C, or C-.
- 2 or 1 - No Recommendation: Typically does not qualify for college credit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is this calculator accurate for 2025?
Yes, we update our weighting logic based on the latest rubric releases from the College Board.
Does this tool save my data?
Your data is stored locally on your device (LocalStorage) for your history log. We do not send your scores to any server, ensuring total privacy.