AP French Score Predictor
Estimate your 1-5 composite score based on Section I and II performance.
How the AP French Exam is Scored
The AP French Language and Culture exam is divided into two primary sections, each accounting for 50% of your total composite score. Understanding the weight of each component helps you focus your study efforts where they matter most.
| Section | Component | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Section IA & IB | Multiple Choice (65 questions) | 50% |
| Section IIA | Email Reply (Free Response) | 12.5% |
| Section IIA | Argumentative Essay (Free Response) | 12.5% |
| Section IIB | Conversation (Free Response) | 12.5% |
| Section IIB | Cultural Comparison (Free Response) | 12.5% |
Scoring Methodology
This calculator uses the standard College Board weighting system. The Multiple Choice section is scored out of 65 raw points and scaled to represent 50% of the total. The four Free Response questions (FRQs) are each graded on a scale of 0 to 5 by AP readers. These scores are then scaled to provide the remaining 50% of your total result (12.5% each).
Score Range Estimates
While the "curve" changes slightly every year based on the difficulty of the specific exam, the general composite percentage requirements are typically:
- 5: 75% – 100%
- 4: 63% – 74%
- 3: 49% – 62%
- 2: 36% – 48%
- 1: 0% – 35%
Practical Scoring Example
If a student gets 48 questions correct on the Multiple Choice (approx. 73.8% of that section) and scores a "4" on all four Free Response tasks, their weighted score would be approximately 76.9%. According to the standard curve, this would result in an AP score of 5.
Tips for Success
To maximize your score, prioritize the Argumentative Essay and Cultural Comparison sections. These require not just language proficiency, but also specific structural knowledge and cultural facts. In the Multiple Choice section, there is no penalty for guessing, so ensure every bubble is filled!