Albert AP World History Score Calculator
Estimate your 1-5 AP score based on your practice exam raw points.
How the AP World History Exam is Scored
The AP World History: Modern exam consists of four distinct sections, each weighted differently to determine your final composite score of 1 to 5. Understanding this weighting is crucial for prioritizing your study time effectively.
| Section | Number of Questions | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice (MCQ) | 55 Questions | 40% |
| Short Answer (SAQ) | 3 Questions | 20% |
| Document-Based Question (DBQ) | 1 Question | 25% |
| Long Essay Question (LEQ) | 1 Question | 15% |
Score Calculation Formula
The College Board converts your raw points into a weighted composite score. This Albert AP World score calculator uses the following algorithm based on historical data:
- Weighted MCQ: (Raw Correct / 55) * 40
- Weighted SAQ: (Raw Points / 9) * 20
- Weighted DBQ: (Raw Points / 7) * 25
- Weighted LEQ: (Raw Points / 6) * 15
The sum of these four weighted scores gives you a composite score out of 100. The thresholds for the 1-5 scale typically shift slightly every year based on exam difficulty, but generally follow this trend:
Score Range Estimates
- 5: 72 – 100
- 4: 58 – 71
- 3: 42 – 57
- 2: 29 – 41
- 1: 0 – 28
AP World History Scoring Example
Suppose a student performs with the following stats:
- MCQ: 42/55 correct (approx. 30.5 weighted points)
- SAQ: 6/9 points (approx. 13.3 weighted points)
- DBQ: 5/7 points (approx. 17.8 weighted points)
- LEQ: 4/6 points (approx. 10.0 weighted points)
Their total composite score would be 71.6, which traditionally results in an AP Score of 5. This shows that you do not need a perfect score on any section to achieve the highest possible grade.
Tips for Maximizing Your Score
To reach a 5, focus heavily on the DBQ. Because the DBQ is worth 25% of your grade with only 7 raw points available, each point earned on the rubric is worth significantly more in your composite score than an MCQ question. Ensuring you get the "Contextualization" and "Thesis" points is the easiest way to jump-start your score.