AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Score Calculator
Wondering how you would score on the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism exam? Move the sliders to match how you think you did on each section, and this calculator will predict your AP score on the 1–5 scale.
Score cutoffs are estimates based on previously released exams. The College Board adjusts the official cutoffs each year.
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How is the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism exam scored?
The AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism exam is split evenly between 42 multiple choice questions and four free response questions worth 40 points in total: mathematical routines (10 points), translation between representations (12), experimental design and analysis (10), and qualitative/quantitative translation (8). E&M has historically had one of the lowest raw-score cutoffs of any AP exam, so you can miss a large share of points and still earn a 5.
| Section | Format | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Section I: Multiple Choice | 42 questions · 85 minutes · 50% of score | 50% |
| Section II: Free Response | 4 questions · 40 points · 95 minutes | 50% |
What do you need for a 3, 4, or 5?
These are the estimated minimum percentages of available points needed for each AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism score, based on previously released exams.
| AP Score | Estimated weighted score | College Board recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 58–100% | Extremely well qualified |
| 4 | 45–57% | Very well qualified |
| 3 | 33–44% | Qualified |
| 2 | 23–32% | Possibly qualified |
| 1 | 0–22% | No recommendation |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism score calculator accurate?
This calculator uses the official AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism section weights along with score cutoffs estimated from previously released exams and scoring worksheets. The College Board adjusts the exact cutoffs slightly every year based on exam difficulty, so treat the result as a close estimate rather than a guarantee.
What percentage do I need to get a 5 on the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism exam?
Based on estimates from previously released exams, you need roughly 58% of the available points to earn a 5 on AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, and roughly 33% to earn a 3. The exact cutoffs shift slightly from year to year.
How is the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism exam scored?
The AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism exam is split evenly between 42 multiple choice questions and four free response questions worth 40 points in total: mathematical routines (10 points), translation between representations (12), experimental design and analysis (10), and qualitative/quantitative translation (8). E&M has historically had one of the lowest raw-score cutoffs of any AP exam, so you can miss a large share of points and still earn a 5.
Your section scores are combined into a weighted composite, which is then converted to the final 1–5 AP score.
When do AP scores come out?
AP scores are typically released in early-to-mid July, a couple of months after the May exams. You can view your scores through your College Board account.
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