What is a perfect score on an AP exam?

AP Exams are scored on a scale of 1 to 5. Many U.S. colleges grant credit and/or advanced placement (that means they let you skip the equivalent course once you get to college) for scores of 3 and above.

What percent is a 5 on AP test?

The percentages needed to get a 5 are as follows: Art History: 71% Biology: 63% Calculus AB: 63%

Is 4 a good AP exam score?

A score of 3 or higher is generally considered good, because that means you passed the exam! A 4 is considered very good, and a 5 is especially impressive since it is the highest score. Also keep in mind that every college sets its own policy about AP credit.

Is 4 AP classes a lot?

Unless you’re applying to the most selective universities, 4 to 5 AP courses over your high school years is more than enough. For students applying to the most selective colleges, you might need 7–12. But even so, taking 4 AP courses in a year can be extremely challenging.

What’s the hardest AP class?

AP US History, AP Biology, AP English Literature, AP Calculus BC, AP Physics C, and AP Chemistry are often counted among the hardest AP classes and tests. These AP classes go through a large amount of material, have difficult final exams, and concepts can be very difficult to understand.