How is the AP Art History exam scored?
The AP Art History exam consists of multiple sections. Your raw scores from all sections are combined into a composite score out of 200, which is then converted into the final 1–5 AP score using the year's specific curve.
| Section | Format |
|---|---|
| Section I: Multiple Choice | 80 questions (50% weight) |
| Section II: Free Response / Task | 6 questions (50% weight) |
What do you need for a 3, 4, or 5?
While the exact cutoffs change every year depending on the difficulty of the specific test form, these are the estimated composite scores required for each AP score.
| AP Score | Composite Points | College Board Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 145–200 | Extremely well qualified |
| 4 | 120–144 | Very well qualified |
| 3 | 95–119 | Qualified |
| 2 | 70–94 | Possibly qualified |
| 1 | 0–69 | No recommendation |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the AP Art History exam scored?▼
The exam is scored out of 200 possible composite points. Section I (MCQ) and Section II (FRQ) each make up exactly 50% of your total score.
How many images do I need to memorize for AP Art History?▼
The official College Board curriculum requires students to intimately know 250 specific works of art, though questions may also reference outside works.
Is there an official score calculator?▼
No, the College Board does not provide official raw-to-scaled conversion calculators. Calculators use historical data to estimate your score bands.