AP U.S. Government & Politics Exam Grade Calculator

📊 Formula & Scoring Method

Section I (MCQ): 55 questions

Each correct MCQ ≈ 1.09 points (worth 50% of total)

Section II (FRQs): 4 free-response questions worth 17 points total

Scaled to 50% of exam → Each FRQ point ≈ 3.57 points

Composite Score (out of 120): = MCQ Weighted + FRQ Weighted

AP Score Conversion:

📘 User Guide

1. Enter your **Multiple Choice correct answers** (out of 55) using the first slider.
2. Enter your points for each of the four **Free Response Questions (FRQ)** using the other sliders.
3. The calculator will automatically convert your raw scores into a **weighted composite score** (0–120).
4. It then predicts your final **AP Gov score** (1–5) based on official scoring ranges.
5. Use this tool to plan study goals, check your progress, and estimate your chance of passing the exam.

📊 Why Use This Calculator?

• Quickly check your AP Gov grade calculations
• See your ap gov score distribution across MCQ & FRQ
• Estimate your chance of passing (check ap gov pass rate)
• Plan study goals and track performance

FAQs

Q1. How accurate is this AP Gov score calculator?

It follows official AP Gov score calculations based on College Board weighting. Actual AP Gov score distribution may shift slightly year to year. For more info, visit the College Board website.

Q2. What’s the AP Gov pass rate?

Typically, around 50–60% of students earn a 3 or higher. This calculator helps predict your chances.

Q3. How much is each MCQ worth in AP Gov?

Each correct MCQ ≈ 1.09 weighted points.

Q4. Can strong FRQs save a weak MCQ score?

Yes, FRQs make up 50% of your grade calculations. Excelling there can balance weaker MCQ performance.

Q5. Does this match the official AP Gov exam?

Yes, it uses the same scoring breakdown as the College Board.