APUSH Score Calculator - Composite & Predicted 1–5

Estimate your AP U.S. History composite and predicted 1–5 score from MCQ, SAQ, DBQ and LEQ. Uses College Board section weights.

Enter Your Performance

Your Results

Composite

60.57

0–100 weighted score

Predicted AP Score

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

Enter your raw performance

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

We scale and weight sections

Apply maxima and weights to compute 0–100 composite

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

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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the APUSH composite calculated?

This tool uses AP U.S. History section weights from the College Board CED: MCQ 40%, SAQ 20%, DBQ 25%, LEQ 15%. Each section is scaled by its maximum points and weighted to form a 0–100 composite.

Where do the score thresholds come from?

Thresholds are estimates based on publicly available score distributions and educator reports. Actual conversions vary every year. Use the results as guidance, not guarantees.

What inputs do I need?

Enter MCQ correct (0–55), SAQ total points (0–9), DBQ rubric points (0–7), and LEQ rubric points (0–6).

Can I adjust thresholds?

Current version uses default thresholds; future updates may allow custom thresholds to reflect yearly variations.

Is this affiliated with the College Board?

No. This tool is independent and for educational use only. AP® and Advanced Placement® are registered trademarks of the College Board, which does not endorse this tool.