College Board has not officially released a scoring formula for the latest AP® English Language. So we have used the scores of previous students and the scoring rubric to create a function that works surprisingly well! The GradGPT AP English Language Score Calculator tool is an accurate estimation the left pane.
Enter your expected MCQ and FRQ scores in the calculator, and get your final AP score.
The AP English Language exam is scored on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest possible score. Each section, multiple choice and free response, contributes to your final score.
1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ): This section tests your understanding of rhetoric, language use, and analytical skills. Accounts for roughly 45% of the score.
2. Free Response Questions (FRQ): Accounts for 55 % of the score. Consists of three essay questions: a synthesis essay, a rhetorical analysis essay, and an argument essay.
FRQ is graded on a scale of 0 to 6 points, with the total converted to a score out of 55.
3. Writing Mechanics (5%): This score reflects your grasp of grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Getting a 3, 4, or 5 on an AP exam is usually considered good! Most colleges have rules about giving credit for good AP scores (3 or higher). Want to know how much credit you might get at a specific school? Check out this link!
We need to be careful when looking at averages. To better understand your position, look at the score distribution (figure above). In 2023-24, roughly 56% of the students scored 3+ on AP English Language score.
The average AP English Language score over the last 10 years:
Only 1 in 10 people got a score of 5 on AP English language last year, so be ready for a challenge. Students waste days searching for some magical solution, but there is effectively one: practice!
Important note: AP score won't make or break your college applications, so don't stress out too much. If you have qualified, focus on improving more impactful parts of your application.
