Estimate your AP test score based on practice results. Convert multiple-choice and free-response performance into a predicted AP Score (1–5) using popular score curves.
45 questions scored by number correct (no penalty).
Enter a scaled FRQ total (each problem is scored 0–5). Multiply by points earned per question.
Pass rates (scoring 3+) vary significantly by subject. Here's how students performed on 2025 AP exams based on College Board data.
Score 5: ~45% | Pass Rate (3+): ~80%
Self-selected group; most took Calc AB first
Score 5: ~20% | Pass Rate (3+): ~60%
Score 5: ~9% | Pass Rate (3+): ~68%
Score 5: ~8% | Pass Rate (3+): ~67%
2025 saw significant improvement; strong algebra skills needed
Score 5: ~12% | Pass Rate (3+): ~50%
Requires strong writing and document analysis
Score 5: ~9% | Pass Rate (3+): ~54%
Score 5: ~17% | Pass Rate (3+): ~62%
High enrollment; content-focused exam
Note: These statistics use 2025 College Board data. Rates fluctuate yearly. AP Physics 1 saw a major improvement in 2025 with pass rates jumping from ~47% to ~67%. For detailed annual reports, visit the College Board AP Score Distributions.
AP scores can save you thousands of dollars by earning college credits before enrollment. Most universities accept scores of 3+, but credit policies vary by school.
At $1,000-$1,500 per credit, that's $3,000-$12,000 in tuition savings per exam
Student: Sarah enters UCLA with 5 AP exams (scores of 4-5 on Calc AB, Bio, US History, English Lang, and Psychology)
💡 Check Your School's Policy: Use the College Board AP Credit Policy Search to find specific requirements for your target universities. Policies update annually, so verify before exam day.
AP credit policies vary significantly by university. Here are the specific requirements for top-tier institutions based on their official 2025-2026 policies.
| University | Min Score | Credit Policy | Financial Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard | 5 only | ❌ No credit; placement only | $0 (Advanced Standing discontinued) |
| Yale | 5 only | Acceleration credit for early graduation | $20,000-$80,000 (1-2 semesters) |
| Princeton | 5 only | ❌ No credit (2029+); placement only | $0 (policy changed Fall 2025) |
| Stanford | 4-5 | Max 10 units, subject-specific | $16,000-$25,000 |
| MIT | 5 | Placement & limited credit | $10,000-$30,000 |
| UC Berkeley | 3+ | 2.67-5.33 units per exam | $3,000-$6,000 per exam |
| UCLA | 3+ | 4-8 units per exam | $4,000-$9,000 per exam |
| UT Austin | 3+ | 3-8 credits per exam | $3,600-$9,600 per exam |
| Georgia Tech | 3-4 | Varies by subject; max 42 credits | $15,000-$50,000 total |
| UMich | 4-5 | Credit awarded; detailed policy | $5,000-$12,000 per exam |
Harvard, Princeton: placement only
Yale, MIT, Stanford: Very selective
Public universities: Most generous
🔍 Verify Official Policies: These policies reflect 2025-2026 admissions data and may change. Always check the College Board AP Credit Policy Search and your target university's registrar website before making decisions.
Official question banks, free-response prompts, and scoring guidelines
Access MaterialsFree official practice through your AP teacher's account with question banks and progress tracking
Comprehensive books ($15-25) and online courses ($200-600)
Best for: Structured study plans
Detailed review books ($20-30) known for harder practice than real exams
Best for: Over-preparation strategy
Live study sessions and practice materials ($0-199 per subject)
Best for: Collaborative learning
High-quality question banks ($50-100 per subject for 90 days)
Best for: Intensive MCQ practice
🎯 Recommendation: Start with free College Board materials and Khan Academy. If you need more practice, invest in a single review book ($20-30) rather than expensive courses. Most students score 4-5 using only free resources with consistent daily study.
AP exams combine multiple-choice (MCQ) and free-response (FRQ) sections with different weightings. Here's how the composite score is calculated.
MCQ Percentage:
FRQ Percentage:
Composite Score Formula:
Example (AP Calc AB):
• Raw Points = 108
• WMCQ = 0.5, WFRQ = 0.5
Student Performance:
Result: Composite score of 83.4 → Predicted AP Score: 5 (minimum needed: 68)
🎯 Strategy Tip: Identify which section (MCQ or FRQ) is weighted more for your exam. If they're equal, improve your weaker area first. If MCQ is weighted 60%, prioritize mastering multiple-choice techniques. Learn exam-specific strategies from official College Board Course Descriptions.
Select a subject, enter practice MCQ correct counts and FRQ totals, then hit "Calculate score." Adjust inputs to try different scenarios and goal scores.