AP US Government & Politics

Course Overview

Advanced Placement US Government and Politics is a year long course that culminates in an Advanced Placement exam. It is the college course equivalent of a one-semester introductory college course in U.S. government. Students will explore the foundations of American democracy, the US Constitution, the branches of government, civil liberties and civil rights, American political ideologies and beliefs, and political participation.

Students need to take both semesters of AP Government to fulfill the government portion of the New Mexico graduation requirements.

Course Syllabus and Information

Regular or AP Government?

Courtesy of Heimler's History: How HARD is AP Government? (Well, it depends...)  

AP United States Government and Politics Course Information

Review Links

Heimler's History AP Gov Review

AP Test Date

May 6, 2024 @ 8:00 AM MST