AP US Government & Politics Score Calculator 2025
Enter your multiple‑choice and free‑response points to predict your overall AP Gov score (1‑5) using the latest College Board curve.
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Input your raw section scores. The tool applies the 2024 release curve with a ±1‑pt buffer for 2025.
AP® US Government & Politics Score Calculator
Adjust the sliders below to calculate your potential AP® score
1 (0-52) • 2 (53-72) • 3 (73-90) • 4 (91-98) • 5 (99+)
Disclaimer: Estimates only—final scores depend on College Board scaling.
How we convert raw points to scaled scores
- Multiple‑choice section: 55 questions, 60 mins – counts for 55 % of composite.
- Free‑response section: 4 questions (1 concept application, 1 quantitative, 1 SCOTUS comparison, 1 argument essay) – counts for 45 %.
- Composite scaled to 120 points (MCQ 66, FRQ 54). We average the last three curves to map composite → 5‑point scale.
2025 raw‑score → scaled‑score chart (estimate)
| Composite (0‑120) | Predicted AP Score |
|---|---|
| 99 – 120 | 5 |
| 91 – 98 | 4 |
| 73 – 90 | 3 |
| 53 – 72 | 2 |
| 0 – 52 | 1 |
Cut‑offs based on College Board score distributions (2022‑2024); expect small year‑to‑year shifts.
Top tips to earn a 5
- Memorise 15 mandated SCOTUS cases & 9 foundational documents—cite them precisely.
- Use the CLAIM‑EVIDENCE‑REASONING structure in the Argument Essay.
- Practice quantitative analysis: identify correct title, axis & units on graphs/tables.
- Annotate MCQ passages quickly—note question stem verbs (explain, identify, compare).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is guessing penalised on the MCQ?
No. There’s no wrong‑answer penalty—guess on every question.
How many examples should I include in the Argument Essay?
Use at least two specific pieces of evidence (from required docs/cases or credible outside knowledge) plus reasoning to link each back to your claim.
How accurate is this calculator?
Within ±1 score point for most students, assuming typical curve adjustments.
