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A good score on an Advanced Placement exam can allow you to skip introductory level classes in college, and sometimes even earn you college credit which can save you money. After working hard in the AP course all year, you'll want to do well on the AP exam. This page outlines how to study for an AP Test.
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A good score on an Advanced Placement exam can allow you to skip introductory level classes in college, and sometimes even earn you college credit which can save you money. After working hard in the AP course all year, you'll want to do well on the AP exam. This page outlines how to study for an AP Test.
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Introduction
- Colleges (and departments within colleges) apply the results of AP exams differently, so there's no set minimum score you need to aim for. At some schools, a score of a 3 may be sufficient to receive credit or place out of a course. In other schools or departments you may need a 5. Because you may be taking these tests before you know why you're applying to college, it's extremely important to do your best.
Step 1: Master the Material
- Last minute cramming won't work on these tests. The exams cover a full year of college level material, so you'll need to work hard all year. If you master the material as you go, it will be easier to review for the test in the spring. Begin your AP test review about month before the exam, setting aside 30-45 minutes a few nights a week to spend on AP exam review. You can focus your review using your own class notes, review sheets prepared by your teacher, or an AP test prep book, published by a company such as Kaplan, Barron's, or Princeton Review.
Step 2: Review the AP Information on the College Board Site
- The College Board website contains specific information on each AP exam, including a description of what will be covered, the types of questions, practice questions, and study tips. Reviewing this information should be the first step in your AP review plan.
Step 3: Take Practice AP Exams
- Your teacher will probably give you practice AP questions and tests throughout the year. You'll also want to use the questions on the College Board site, and practice tests that you can purchase. Take the exams under test conditions, paying attention to time limits. Carefully review your answers, comparing them to the answers provided with the practice test, so you can focus your studying on areas you're weak in.
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