So the AP Environmental Science exam is only a month away — don’t panic. With the right strategy, you can still earn a high score. This RevisionDojo crash plan focuses on efficiency, targeted practice, and test-day readiness.
📅 4-Week APES Study Schedule
Week 1 – Core Concept Foundation
- Focus on:
- Unit 1: Ecosystems
- Unit 2: Biodiversity
- Unit 3: Populations
- Daily:
- 45 min reading/review from APES notes or a review book
- 20 MCQs on the week’s units (use AP Classroom, Albert.io, or Varsity Tutors)
- 1 FRQ (official past question)
Week 2 – Applied Concepts & Mid-Level Topics
- Focus on:
- Unit 4: Earth Systems and Resources
- Unit 5: Land and Water Use
- Unit 6: Energy Resources and Consumption
- Daily:
- 1 hour topic review
- 25 MCQs + answer review
- Alternate days: Data-analysis FRQs and experimental design FRQs
Week 3 – Advanced & Challenging Topics
- Focus on:
- Unit 7: Atmospheric Pollution
- Unit 8: Aquatic/Terrestrial Pollution
- Unit 9: Global Change
- Daily:
- 1 hour review
- Timed MCQ sections (30–40 questions)
- FRQ writing under strict time limits
Week 4 – Exam Simulation & Final Review
- Full-length practice exams:
- Take 2 timed tests this week (College Board & CrackAP recommended)
- Daily:
- 30 min weak topic review
- FRQ scoring practice with rubrics
- Quick recall drills for environmental laws, formulas, and vocab
🎯 High-Yield APES Topics to Prioritize
- Biogeochemical cycles (carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus)
- Biodiversity importance & threats
- Population growth models (logistic vs exponential)
- Energy flow & productivity
- Environmental laws (Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, CITES, etc.)
- Pollution impacts & solutions
- Global climate change causes and effects
🖋 FRQ Practice Tips
- Always label and number your responses clearly.
- Address all parts of the question (A, B, C, etc.) — skipping one can cost points.
- Practice concise, science-based answers — no fluff.
- Use data trends and vocabulary from the course in your explanations.
⏱ Time Management for a 1-Month Study Plan
- Weekdays: ~1.5–2 hours per day
- Weekends: ~3–4 hours for extended practice
- Break long sessions into 45-minute study blocks
🧾 FAQ – Studying for APES in One Month
Q: Can I get a 5 in just one month of studying?
A: Yes, if you’ve already covered the content in class and use this month for focused review and practice.
Q: What should I avoid?
A: Don’t waste time on overly detailed textbook reading — stick to APES-specific review resources.
Q: What’s the biggest scoring boost?
A: FRQ practice with rubrics — that’s where many students lose points.
Final Word from RevisionDojo:
One month is enough to sharpen your APES skills if you stay disciplined. Follow this structured plan, prioritize official practice materials, and simulate test conditions.
