The APUSH Scoring Calculator is an invaluable tool for students preparing for the AP United States History exam. It helps in estimating your overall score based on your performance in multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and free-response questions (FRQs), including Document-Based Questions (DBQs) and Long Essay Questions (LEQs). This calculator takes into account the weighted value of each section to give you a predicted AP® score.
formula of APUSH Scoring Calculator
When calculating your potential APUSH score, consider the following components and their contributions:
Scoring:
- Section I: Multiple Choice (55 points): Worth 50% of your total score.
- Section II: Free Response (75 points): Worth 50% of your total score. This section includes a Document-Based Question (DBQ) and Long Essay Questions (LEQs).
Calculating Your Score (Estimates):
- MCQ Score: Out of 55.
- FRQ Score: Out of 75 (This is an estimate. You’ll need to evaluate your essays based on rubrics to get a more accurate score).
Total Composite Score: Add MCQ score and FRQ score (estimated).
Predicted AP® Score (Estimation):
- MCQ contributes roughly 50% of the total score.
- FRQ contributes roughly 50% of the total score (This is an approximation).
Predicted AP® Score = (MCQ Score * 0.5) + (FRQ Score * 0.5)
Predicted AP Score (estimate):
- A total composite score of 90+ translates to a 5
- 80-89 translates to a 4
- 70-79 translates to a 3
- 60-69 translates to a 2
- Below 60 translates to a 1
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For ease of reference, the following table provides a quick lookup for estimating your APUSH score without the need for detailed calculations:
| Composite Score Range | Estimated AP Score |
|---|---|
| 90-100 | 5 |
| 80-89 | 4 |
| 70-79 | 3 |
| 60-69 | 2 |
| Below 60 | 1 |
This table is designed to give students a general idea of where their score might fall based on their overall performance on the exam.
Example of APUSH Scoring Calculator
Consider a student who scores 40 out of 55 on the MCQ section and estimates 50 out of 75 on the FRQ section. Using the formula provided:
Predicted AP® Score = (40 * 0.5) + (50 * 0.5) = 45
Based on the table, this student’s composite score of 45 suggests an estimated AP Score of 2.
Most Common FAQs
The calculator provides an estimate based on the weighting of the MCQ and FRQ sections. Actual scores may vary, especially for FRQs, which require manual grading.
No, this calculator is specifically designed for the APUSH exam due to its unique scoring system. Other AP exams have different formats and scoring criteria.
If unsure, review the rubrics provided by the College Board and practice with past exam questions. For a more accurate prediction, consider the lower end of your estimated scoring range.
