AP US Government Score Calculator
Predict your AP US Government and Politics exam score based on your multiple choice and free response performance. Enter your scores below to calculate your estimated AP score.
Section I: 55 multiple choice questions (1 hour 20 minutes)
How is the AP US Government exam structured?
The exam has two sections: Section I contains 55 multiple choice questions (50% of score), and Section II contains 4 free response questions (50% of score). The FRQs include concept application, quantitative analysis, SCOTUS comparison, and an argument essay.
What required documents do I need to know for AP Government?
You need to know 9 foundational documents including the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, Constitution, Federalist No. 10, Federalist No. 51, and others. You also need to know 15 required Supreme Court cases.
What's the difference between AP Government and AP Comparative Government?
AP US Government focuses exclusively on American government and politics, while AP Comparative Government compares political systems of six countries: UK, Russia, China, Iran, Mexico, and Nigeria.
How hard is AP US Government?
AP Government is generally considered one of the more accessible AP exams. With consistent study of the foundational documents, Supreme Court cases, and key concepts, most students can succeed.