AP Environmental Science (AP Env Sci) Exam Blueprint

AP Env Sci

195 minDuration
3/1–5Passing Score
$98Price
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Exam Domains

1 The Living World: Ecosystems 7%
2 The Living World: Biodiversity 7%
3 Populations 12%
4 Earth Systems and Resources 12%
5 Land and Water Use 12%
6 Energy Resources and Consumption 12%
7 Atmospheric Pollution 8%
8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Pollution 8%
9 Global Change 18%

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice, Free Response
FormatPaper-based; two sections: multiple choice and free response. Administered at school in May. AP Studio Art/Drawing: portfolio submission. AP Research/Seminar: academic paper and oral presentation.
Online ProctoringNot available
ID RequirementsSchool ID or government-issued photo ID required. Name on registration must match ID exactly.
RenewalNot required -- AP scores never expire; once earned, scores are valid indefinitely.
Retake PolicyAP exams are offered once per year in May. Students may retake the exam in a subsequent year; there is no same-year retake. Scores from all attempts are reported to colleges unless the student requests score cancellation.

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