AP English Language Test Grade Calculator

Calculate your predicted AP exam scores instantly. Enter your multiple choice and free response scores to see your result.

45% of total score

Number of correct answers (out of 45)

45
55% of total score

Total points earned (out of 27) across 3 questions

27

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How AP Scoring Works

Advanced Placement (AP) exams are scored on a 1-5 scale. Your raw score from multiple choice and free response sections is converted to this scale through a process called "equating" that accounts for exam difficulty.

  • Multiple Choice: 45 questions worth 45%
  • Free Response: 3 questions (27 total points) worth 55%

Most colleges grant credit or advanced placement for scores of 3 or higher, though selective institutions may require a 4 or 5. Check your target colleges' AP credit policies for specific requirements.

FAQ

What is on the AP English Language exam?
The exam tests rhetorical analysis, argumentation, and synthesis skills. It includes 45 multiple choice questions and 3 essays (synthesis, rhetorical analysis, and argument).
How are AP Lang essays scored?
Each essay is scored on a 0-9 scale based on thesis, evidence/reasoning, and sophistication. The three essays together make up 55% of your total score.
What is a good AP Lang score?
A score of 3 or higher is passing. About 55% of students score 3 or higher. A 4 or 5 is excellent and will earn credit at most colleges.

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