AP scores are much more straight-forward than SAT scores or ACT scores since the AP is graded on a simple 5-point scale. However, not every college treats AP scores the same way.

Students who take the AP exam will get a score ranging from 1 to 5. The College Board defines the numbers as follows:

• 5 - Extremely well qualified to receive college credit
• 4 - Well qualified to receive college credit
• 3- Qualified to receive college credit