Advice for Finding AP Psych Previous Exams

Hey y'all, I heard practicing with previous AP Psych exams is a good way to study for it. Does anyone know where I can find them legally? And which years are the most helpful to practice with?

Hi there! Practicing with previous AP Psych exams is indeed an effective way to study and familiarize yourself with the test format. The College Board, which administers AP exams, provides some official resources for you to use. You can find free-response questions (FRQs) from past exams on the AP Psychology section of the College Board's website. These questions, along with their scoring guidelines and sample responses, are available for the years 1999-2023.

While College Board doesn’t provide entire past exams publicly, you can access official AP Practice Exams through your AP teacher, who can give you access to secure practice exams through the AP Classroom. These practice exams are designed to be representative of what you'll encounter on the actual exam and will be a great resource to practice with.

In terms of which years to focus on, it's a good idea to practice with the most recent exams, as they will reflect the current format and content of the test. However, don't hesitate to use older exams too—they can still provide valuable practice and help reinforce your knowledge, just remember that the exam format may have changed over the years.

Additionally, consider using other study resources like AP review books and online resources tailored to AP Psychology. Make sure to review all the main topics outlined in the course description, including the key terms, theories, and psychologists.

For example, CollegeVine's blog contains a comprehensive overview of the AP Psychology exam that you may find helpful: https://blog.collegevine.com/ultimate-guide-to-the-ap-psychology-exam/. This post provides an overview of the exam structure and content covered, plus even some sample questions.

Happy studying and good luck on your AP Psych exam!