For details on the 2024 AP Computer Science Principles Exam, check this article.
Unlike 2020 and 2021, when the College Board modified the AP exams as a response to the disruption caused by COVID-19, the 2022 AP exams will return to its original format.
This year, the AP exams will take place over a two-week period in May: May 2–6 and May 9–13.
The College Board may change the format, however, if schools are disrupted in the spring due to COVID-19.
“We’ll continue to monitor global, national, and local health conditions, putting the health and safety of students first, and if there are widespread school closures in spring 2022, we’ll provide options similar to those offered in 2021,” the College Board noted here.
We will, of course, update this guide if that should happen.
The AP Computer Science Principles exam for 2022 will be a full-length paper-and-pencil exam that students can take in school only. Students will submit the Create Performance Task digitally on another date.
Here is what you need to know to do well in the upcoming AP Computer Science Principles exam.
Will I get college credit for the 2022 AP Computer Science Principles exam?
Students who take the 2022 AP Computer Science Principles exam will be eligible for college credit.
As in previous years, a student must obtain a score of 3, 4, or 5 to be eligible for college credit.
How long is the 2022 AP Computer Science Principles exam?
The 2022 AP Computer Science Principles End-of-Course exam will be 2 hours long.
In addition, students will need to develop a computer program in fulfillment of their AP Computer Science Principles Create Performance Task exam requirement.
What’s the 2022 AP Computer Science Principles exam date and time?
The 2022 AP Computer Science Principles End-of-Course exam is scheduled for Monday, May 9 at 12 PM local time.
The Create Performance Task is due as a digital submission on Monday, May 2 at 11:59 PM EDT.
What will be tested on the 2022 AP Computer Science Principles exam?
The 2022 AP Computer Science Principles End-of-Course exam will test students on the whole course content, so be prepared to answer questions on these topics:
- Big Idea 1: Creative Development
- Big Idea 2: Data
- Big Idea 3: Algorithms and Programming
- Big Idea 4: Computer Systems and Networks
- Big Idea 5: Impact of Computing
For the Create Performance Task, you must develop a computer program of your choice. To complete this, you will need at least 12 hours of in-class time, according to the College Board.
For details on the Create Performance Task, including task directions and the submission process, watch this webinar.
What is the AP Computer Science Principles exam format for 2022?
The 2022 AP Computer Science Principles End-of-Course exam is worth 70 percent of the exam score. You will have 2 hours to answer 70 multiple-choice questions.
The Create Performance Task is worth 30 percent of the exam score. You must submit your portfolio digitally by the May 2 deadline. For details on the submission process, watch this webinar.
Does the College Board offer any free AP Computer Science Principles exam prep resources?
The College Board is offering a number of free AP Computer Science Principles exam resources to students to help them prepare for the exam.
AP Computer Science Principles Practice Tests
You can get sample responses from past AP Computer Science Principles exams and scoring guidelines for free here. You can use these to supplement other test prep materials you use.
AP Computer Science Principles Courses
The College Board’s AP YouTube channel gives students access to APLive classes and recordings delivered by AP teachers from across the country. Additionally, to help students review course content and skills before their exam, the College Board gives students access to the AP Daily: Live Review sessions for the 2021 AP Computer Science Principles exam.
What are my other options for preparing for the 2022 AP Computer Science Principles exam?
If you don’t have an AP Computer Science Principles review book already, check out TUN’s Textbook Save Engine to compare prices and get the best deals.
There are also online resources that you can use to help you prepare for the 2022 AP Computer Science Principles exam.
Khan Academy
In partnership with the College Board, Khan Academy provides an official AP Computer Science Principles course that comes with free instructional videos, articles, and practice exercises created by current and former AP teachers. In addition, Khan Academy offers free exam skills and strategies.
Princeton Review
If you would like to get one-on-one instruction to help you prepare for the AP Computer Science Principles exam, the Princeton Review offers private tutoring, available both in-person or online, for a fee starting at $206 an hour. If you decide to go with this personalized option, expert tutors will work with you to “make a plan, set goals, and exceed them.” The Princeton Review guarantees that if you’re not 100% satisfied, they will match you with another tutor and your next lesson will be free.
If you’re taking more than one AP exam in 2022, check TUN’s AP Exam Review for details on other AP exams.
