If you’ve just finished the AP U.S. History exam (APUSH) and can’t wait until July for your score, you’re not alone. The APUSH Score Calculator can help you estimate your score within minutes — and give you a head start in planning your next steps.
This guide covers:
- How APUSH scoring works
- How the score calculator estimates your score
- How accurate calculators are
- How to use your predicted score for college planning with RevisionDojo
How Is the APUSH Exam Scored?
The AP U.S. History exam has two main sections, each worth 50% of your total score:
Section I — Multiple Choice & Short Answer (50%)
- 55 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) — 40% of score
- 3 Short Answer Questions (SAQs) — 20% of score
Section II — Free Response (50%)
- 1 Document-Based Question (DBQ) — 25% of score
- 1 Long Essay Question (LEQ) — 15% of score
Each part is scored separately and then converted to a composite score, which is matched against historical cut scores to determine your AP score from 1–5.
How the APUSH Score Calculator Works
An APUSH Score Calculator estimates your final score by:
- Taking your MCQ raw score (number correct) and scaling it.
- Taking your SAQ, DBQ, and LEQ scores and converting them to percentages.
- Applying College Board’s official weightings.
- Matching your composite score to historical score distributions.
For example:
- MCQ: 40/55 → scaled
- SAQ: 6/9 points → scaled
- DBQ: 6/7 points → scaled
- LEQ: 5/6 points → scaled
→ Final Composite → Estimated AP score
How Accurate Is an APUSH Score Calculator?
If it’s updated with the most recent College Board data, it can be very accurate — often within ±1 point on the composite scale. But remember:
- Cut scores can vary slightly year-to-year.
- Curve adjustments happen based on overall student performance.
Why Use RevisionDojo’s APUSH Score Calculator
Our calculator is:
- Updated annually with the latest scoring guidelines
- Subject-specific, reflecting APUSH’s unique rubric weightings
- Integrated with our University Match system so you can see which schools will give you credit for your predicted score
How to Use the APUSH Score Calculator
- Choose AP U.S. History from the calculator menu.
- Enter your raw scores for MCQ, SAQ, DBQ, and LEQ.
- See your estimated composite and AP score instantly.
- Check universities that accept your predicted score for credit.
FAQ – APUSH Score Calculator
1. Can I use the APUSH Score Calculator before taking the exam?
Yes — you can use it to set target raw scores for each section.
2. Are the College Board and RevisionDojo calculators the same?
No — the College Board doesn’t offer a public calculator. RevisionDojo’s is based on their official scoring guidelines.
3. Do all FRQs carry the same weight?
No — the DBQ counts more than the LEQ or SAQs.
4. How do I improve my APUSH score?
Target weak areas identified by your calculator results and practice with past DBQs/LEQs.
5. Can I still earn a 5 if my MCQ score is low?
Yes — strong FRQ performance can balance it out.
Turn Your Predicted APUSH Score into a College Strategy
Don’t just guess your result — use it to plan ahead.
🎯 Take the University Match Quiz to find schools that will award credit for your APUSH score.
🌍 Browse the Universities Directory to compare AP credit policies instantly.
