AP Score Calculator
Pick your AP exam to estimate your 1–5 score from a composite, using that exam's own representative cut bands.
How to estimate your AP score
- Choose your AP exam from the list.
- Enter your combined composite (multiple choice + free response).
- Read your estimated 1–5 score and how far you are from the next band.
Frequently asked questions
Are AP score predictions exact?
No. College Board re-curves every administration, so the cut scores shift year to year. These calculators use representative bands per exam, so treat the predicted 1–5 as an estimate.
What AP score do I need to pass?
A 3 is generally considered qualifying, and many colleges grant credit for a 3, 4, or 5 depending on the exam and institution. Check each college's AP credit policy.
Sources and methodology
AP score bands are representative estimates, not official per-form cut scores. College Board re-curves each administration.