📚 AP World History: Modern • Based on College Board scoring guidelines • MCQ: 40% | SAQ: 20% | DBQ: 25% | LEQ: 15%

📝 Multiple Choice (55 questions)

📄 SAQ (3 questions, 0-3 each)

📜 DBQ (Document-Based Question, 0-7)

✍️ LEQ (Long Essay Question, 0-6)

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Predicted AP Score (1-5)

1No recommendation

2Possibly qualified

3Qualified

4Well qualified

5Extremely well qualified

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Composite score (0-120)

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What is the AP World History Exam?

The AP World History: Modern exam is a college-level assessment administered by the College Board. It covers world history from c. 1200 CE to the present. Students receive a final score from 1 to 5, with 3 or higher typically considered passing for college credit.

AP World History Scoring Formula:

Composite Score = (MCQ × 0.73) + (SAQ × 2.67) + (DBQ × 3.57) + (LEQ × 2.5)

Score 5: 93+ | Score 4: 78-92 | Score 3: 58-77 | Score 2: 42-57 | Score 1: 0-41

How to Use This Calculator

Multiple Choice (MCQ): Enter the number of correct answers out of 55 (each correct = 1 point)
SAQ (Short Answer Questions): Enter total points earned out of 9 (3 questions × 0-3 points each)
DBQ (Document-Based Question): Enter your score out of 7 points based on rubric
LEQ (Long Essay Question): Enter your score out of 6 points based on rubric
Click "Calculate AP Score" to see your predicted score and composite

Understanding Your Results

AP Score 5: Extremely well qualified — Highest level of achievement
AP Score 4: Well qualified — Strong college-level performance
AP Score 3: Qualified — Acceptable college-level performance
AP Score 2: Possibly qualified — May be accepted by some institutions
AP Score 1: No recommendation — Not qualifying for college credit

AP World History Exam Structure

Section I (40%): Multiple Choice — 55 questions, 55 minutes
Section II Part A (20%): Short Answer Questions — 3 questions, 40 minutes
Section II Part B (25%): Document-Based Question (DBQ) — 1 essay, 60 minutes (including reading)
Section II Part C (15%): Long Essay Question (LEQ) — 1 essay, 40 minutes

Tips for Maximizing Your AP World Score

✅ Focus on historical reasoning skills (causation, comparison, continuity/change)
✅ Practice DBQ essay structure — thesis, contextualization, evidence, sourcing
✅ Use specific evidence and examples in essays
✅ Manage time carefully during the exam
✅ Review key periods: 1200-1450, 1450-1750, 1750-1900, 1900-present

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good AP World History score? — A score of 3 or higher is considered passing and may earn college credit, depending on the institution.
How is the AP World History exam scored? — Multiple choice is computer-scored; essays are scored by trained readers using rubrics.
What is the DBQ scoring rubric? — DBQ is scored on 7 points: thesis (1), contextualization (1), evidence (3), sourcing (2).
How many SAQs are on the AP World exam? — There are 3 short answer questions, each worth up to 3 points.
When are AP World scores released? — Scores are typically released in July, about 2 months after the exam.

AP World History Score Calculator