For details on the 2024 AP US Government 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 US Government and Politics exam for 2022 will be a full-length paper-and-pencil exam that students can take in school only.
Here is what you need to know to do well in the upcoming AP US Government exam.
Will I get college credit for the 2022 AP US Government exam?
Students who take the 2022 AP US Government 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 US Government exam?
The 2022 AP US Government exam will be 3 hours long.
What’s the 2022 AP US Government exam date and time?
The 2022 AP US Government exam is scheduled for Monday, May 2 at 8 AM local time.
What will be tested on the 2022 AP US Government exam?
The 2022 AP US Government exam will test students on the whole course content, so be prepared to answer questions on these topics:
- Unit 1: Foundations of American Democracy
- Unit 2: Interactions Among Branches of Government
- Unit 3: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
- Unit 4: American Political Ideologies and Beliefs
- Unit 5: Political Participation
What is the AP US Government exam format for 2022?
The 2022 AP US Government exam will be split equally between two sections: multiple-choice and free-response questions. Each section is worth 50 percent of the exam score.
You will have 1 hour, 20 minutes to answer 55 multiple-choice questions and 1 hour, 40 minutes to answer 4 free-response questions.
The chart below shows the breakdown of the exam components.
| Section | # Questions | Time Allocation | Exam Weight |
| I: Multiple Choice | 55 | 1 hour, 20 mins | 50% |
| II: Free Response | 4 | 1 hour, 40 mins | 50% |
Does the College Board offer any free AP US Government exam prep resources?
The College Board is offering a number of free AP US Government exam resources to students to help them prepare for the exam.
AP US Government Practice Tests
You can get examples of free-response questions from past AP US Government exams for free. You can use these as practice tests to supplement other test prep materials you use.
Check here for the first set of free-response questions and here for the second set of free-response questions from the 2021 AP US Government exam. You can also log in to the AP Classroom Question Bank for questions posed in the 2020 exam.
And check here for free-response questions from the 2014-2019 AP US Government exams.
AP US Government 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 US Government exam.
What are my other options for preparing for the 2022 AP US Government exam?
If you don’t have an AP US Government 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 US Government exam.
Khan Academy
In partnership with the College Board, Khan Academy provides an official AP US Government 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
The Princeton Review offers a 6-Hour AP Cram Course for the AP US Government exam. The course covers the U.S. system of government and political culture. A Princeton Review expert will help you get ready for test day.
The course, which comes with a Princeton Review prep book, can be ordered online for $399. For now, there are two available Cram Course schedules.
- April 23 & 24, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM (Eastern time)
- April 25 & 27, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM (Eastern time)
The Princeton Review also 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, you will be matched with another tutor and get your next lesson for free.
If you’re taking more than one AP exam in 2022, check TUN’s AP Exam Review for details on other AP exams.
