AP Practice Exam

📘 AP Practice Exam – Get Ready to Ace Your AP Tests

Advanced Placement (AP) Exams are standardized tests administered by the College Board to evaluate how well high school students have mastered college-level course material. Scoring well on an AP exam can earn you college credit, save on tuition, and boost your college applications.

Our free AP practice exams are built to match the format, style, and difficulty of the real test—helping you prepare with confidence and perform at your best.

✅ Features of Our AP Practice Exams

  • 📝 Full-length practice tests modeled after official AP exams

  • 📚 Subject-specific questions for all major AP courses (AP Biology, AP US History, AP Calculus, etc.)

  • 🔁 Unlimited retakes for mastery-based learning

  • 📱 Works on all devices – study at home or on the go

  • ❌ Review missed questions instantly with detailed explanations

  • 📊 Track your performance and progress

  • 💯 Completely free – no registration or hidden fees

📚 What Do AP Exams Cover?

AP exams test knowledge across a wide range of subjects. Each exam is designed to match the curriculum taught in AP courses. Most AP exams include multiple-choice and free-response (FRQ) sections.

Common AP Subjects Include:

  • STEM Courses

    • AP Calculus AB/BC

    • AP Biology

    • AP Chemistry

    • AP Physics 1 & 2

    • AP Computer Science A & Principles

  • Humanities

    • AP English Language & Composition

    • AP English Literature

    • AP US History (APUSH)

    • AP World History

    • AP Psychology

  • Social Sciences & Arts

    • AP Government & Politics (US and Comparative)

    • AP Economics (Micro/Macro)

    • AP Human Geography

    • AP Art History

Each AP exam is graded on a 1 to 5 scale, with most colleges awarding credit for scores of 3 or higher, depending on the institution.

📝 AP Exam Format Overview (General)

Section Type Time Notes
Section I Multiple Choice ~60–90 minutes No penalty for wrong answers
Section II Free Response Questions (FRQs) ~90–120 minutes Essay, problem-solving, analysis

Exact format and timing vary by subject.

❓ AP Exam FAQs

1. What is the AP exam?

The AP exam is a standardized test given at the end of an AP course to assess mastery of college-level material.

2. Who should take AP exams?

High school students enrolled in AP courses, or students who self-study and want to earn college credit or advanced placement.

3. How are AP exams scored?

Exams are scored from 1 to 5. A score of:

  • 5 = Extremely well qualified

  • 4 = Well qualified

  • 3 = Qualified

  • 2 or 1 = Possibly or not qualified

4. When are AP exams given?

Exams are held in May each year at designated schools and test centers.

5. Can I take AP exams without taking the course?

Yes! Many students self-study and register for the exam independently through their school or testing site.

6. What’s the cost of an AP exam?

The standard fee is around $98 per exam (as of 2025), though fee reductions are available for eligible students.

7. How can I prepare for AP exams?

  • Use realistic practice tests

  • Review official College Board materials

  • Focus on timed practice and essay writing

  • Study topic outlines and use flashcards