Free resources & tools for AP students.
This collection of materials is curated by our team — including detailed syllabi for all 40 AP subjects, the 2026 exam schedule, and essential exam prep tools. Download for free, no registration required.
Official Materials
AP Exam Schedule 2026
Complete exam schedule for all 40 subjects for the May 2026 testing window, including late testing. Printable PDF format.
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Request via Zalo →40 AP Subject Syllabi 2026
A summary of units, weights, and exam formats per the 2024 CED for all 40 AP subjects. Essential for subject selection.
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Request via Zalo →Score Calculator (Web Tool)
Estimate your predicted AP score (1-5) based on correct MCQ counts and estimated FRQ scores. Supports 8 popular subjects.
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Coming SoonAP Credit Conversion Table
A summary of AP credit policies for the top 50 US universities. Know whether a 4 or 5 is required for credit recognition.
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College Board (US)
- AP Students — Main portal for AP students
- AP Central — Courses — Official Course and Exam Descriptions (CED)
- AP Exam Calendar — Official exam dates
- Big Future — Find universities based on your AP scores
Learning Support
- Khan Academy — Free video lessons for most AP subjects
- Save My Exams — Practice problems and revision notes (subscription required)
- Fiveable — AP student community and study guides
Guide to Choosing AP Subjects
This is one of the most common questions we receive. Here is a framework to help you select an optimal combo of 4-6 AP subjects.
Step 1 · Define Your Study Abroad Goals
If targeting STEM fields (CS, Engineering, Pre-Med): prioritize Calculus BC + Physics C + Chemistry + CS A. If targeting Humanities/Social Science: prioritize US History + English Lang + Psychology + Human Geography. If undecided: choose 2 STEM + 2 Humanities to signal versatility.
Step 2 · Maximize AP Credits
Every US university has its own credit policy. For example: MIT only accepts 5s, Stanford accepts 4-5 depending on the subject, while many state schools accept 3+. Check College Board's BigFuture to verify specific school policies.
Step 3 · Balance Your Workload
Rule of thumb: Maximum of 4 AP subjects per year if taken alongside school curricula (IB, A-Level, etc.). If preparing full-time, you can aim for 5-6. Do not sacrifice your school GPA for APs — admissions committees look at both.
Need personalized advice? Contact us via Zalo for a free 30-minute consultation. We will review your transcripts, target schools, and recommend an optimal AP combo for your profile.
AP Exam Tips from Specialist Tutors
MCQ: Eliminate first, don't guess blind
AP MCQs haven't penalized for wrong answers since 2011. Always answer every question. Instead of guessing randomly, eliminate 2 obviously wrong options first — your success rate jumps from 25% to 50%.
FRQ: Show your work, always
Graders award partial credit for steps. Clearly write your setup, formulas, units, and conclusions — even if the final numerical answer is wrong, you can still receive 60-70% of the points.
Time management: 1.5 min per MCQ
Most AP exams allow ~1.2-1.5 minutes per MCQ. If you are stuck for more than 2 minutes, mark it and move on. An easy question is worth the same points as a hard one.
Sleep Cramming the night before
Research shows that getting 8 hours of sleep before an exam increases cognitive performance by 15-20% compared to staying up late. A 3-hour AP exam requires mental stamina; you cannot "cram" your way through it.
Free Tools
6 tools to help you plan your AP journey effectively. All free to use.