Enter your total points scored, maximum possible points, and score curve into the calculator to determine your AP score.
AP Score Calculation Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the AP score from your points.
AP Score = (Total Points / Maximum Points) * Score Curve
Variables:
- AP Score is the final score on the AP exam
- Total Points is the number of points you scored
- Maximum Points is the highest possible score on the exam
- Score Curve is the percentage adjustment based on the difficulty of the exam
To calculate the AP score, divide the total points by the maximum points to get a percentage, then multiply by the score curve.
What is AP Score Calculation?
AP score calculation refers to the process of determining the final score you receive on an Advanced Placement (AP) exam after accounting for the total points you scored and any applicable score curve. This calculation helps students understand their performance and gauge their potential for earning college credit or advanced placement in college courses.
How to Calculate AP Score?
The following steps outline how to calculate the AP score using the given formula.
- First, determine your total points scored based on your exam performance.
- Next, determine the maximum possible points for the exam.
- Determine the applicable score curve percentage for the exam.
- Use the formula from above: