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APUSH Score Calculator

Estimate your AP U.S. History composite and predicted 1–5 score from MCQ, SAQ, DBQ, and LEQ performance.

Enter Your Performance

Multiple Choice (MCQ)
/ 55
Short Answer (SAQ)
/ 9
Document-Based Question (DBQ)
/ 7
Long Essay Question (LEQ)
/ 6

Your Results

Composite
60.57
0–100 weighted score
Predicted AP Score
4
Estimated 1–5

Weighted Breakdown

MCQ: 25.45 / 40
SAQ: 13.33 / 20
DBQ: 14.29 / 25
LEQ: 7.5 / 15

How the Calculator Works

Weights & Scaling

• Section weights: MCQ 40%, SAQ 20%, DBQ 25%, LEQ 15%.
• Inputs scaled by maxima: MCQ 55, SAQ 9, DBQ 7, LEQ 6.
• Composite = sum of weighted sections (0–100).

Steps

1

Enter your raw performance

MCQ correct (0–55), SAQ (0–9), DBQ (0–7), LEQ (0–6)

2

We scale and weight sections

Apply maxima and weights to compute 0–100 composite

3

Estimate AP 1–5 score

Compare composite to default thresholds

Inputs & Max Scores

MCQ: max 55, weight 40%
SAQ: max 9, weight 20%
DBQ: max 7, weight 25%
LEQ: max 6, weight 15%

Reference: College Board AP U.S. History CED.

Tips

Practice Strategy
  • • Use official-style practice sets
  • • Time yourself for MCQ pacing
  • • Calibrate DBQ/LEQ rubrics
Score Planning
  • • Target weakest section weight-first
  • • Track composite over time
  • • Adjust goals near exam date

Important Considerations

Disclaimer

Thresholds vary yearly. Results are estimates for planning only. AP® is a trademark of the College Board; this tool is not endorsed by it.

Example Cases

Scenario A

MCQ 38, SAQ 6, DBQ 4, LEQ 3 → composite ≈ 63 → predicted 4

Scenario B

MCQ 30, SAQ 7, DBQ 5, LEQ 4 → composite ≈ 60 → predicted 4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are weights official?
Yes, the section weights match the College Board CED: MCQ 40%, SAQ 20%, DBQ 25%, LEQ 15%.
Why is my predicted score different from teachers' conversions?
Each year's curve differs. This tool uses general thresholds; treat results as estimates.
How should I enter SAQ points?
Sum across the three SAQs (0–9 total using a 3-point rubric per question).
Can I reach a 5 with lower MCQ?
Strong DBQ/LEQ performance can offset MCQ. Use the weights to model trade-offs.
Will you add custom thresholds?
Planned. You will be able to tweak year-specific cut scores.
APUSH Score Calculator