AP Calculus BC Score Calculator

AP Calculus BC Score Calculator

Estimate your AP Calculus BC score, AB subscore, and college credit potential

Multiple Choice Section
? 45 questions total. Each correct answer is worth 1 point. No penalty for wrong answers.
Generally about 30 of the 45 MC questions are AB content.
Free Response Section
? 6 questions total. Each worth up to 9 points, for a total of 54 possible points.

Enter points earned for each free response question:

Generally about 36 of the 54 FR points are from AB content (Questions 1-4).

BC Score

5

AB Subscore

5
2024 Score Distribution:
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23%
41%
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Your Score Breakdown:
Raw Score: 75/99
Percentage: 75.8%
Score Interpretation
College Credit
Key Topics
Study Tips

Score Interpretation

Your estimated score of 5 indicates excellent mastery of Calculus BC content. This score may qualify for college credit at many institutions.

Congratulations on your excellent performance!

Potential College Credit

Below is a table of how your AP Calculus BC score might translate to college credit at different universities. Policies vary by institution.

Score Typical Credit Equivalent Courses
5 8-10 credits Calculus I & II, possibly III
4 6-8 credits Calculus I & II
3 3-5 credits Usually Calculus I only
1-2 0 credits No credit awarded

Note: Always check with your specific college/university for their current AP credit policies.

Key Topics in AP Calculus BC

The AP Calculus BC exam covers all topics in Calculus AB plus the following:

  • Parametric, Polar, and Vector Functions - Derivatives, integrals, and applications
  • Infinite Sequences and Series - Convergence tests, power series, Taylor series, Maclaurin series
  • Euler's Method - Numerical approximation of differential equations
  • L'Hôpital's Rule - Advanced techniques for evaluating limits
  • Integration by Parts - Advanced integration technique
  • Improper Integrals - Integrals with infinite limits or discontinuities
  • Logistic Growth - Applications of differential equations

Your performance suggests which topics you may need to review further.

Study Tips for AP Calculus BC

Based on your performance:

Focus on consistent practice with free response questions, especially those involving series and polar equations.

General Tips:

  • Practice with both calculator and non-calculator questions
  • Memorize key formulas, especially for series tests
  • Review AB content thoroughly as it forms the foundation
  • Work through past FRQs available on the College Board website
  • Form study groups to explain concepts to each other
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