AP Exams typically last between 2 to 3 hours, with most exams closer to 3 hours in length
. The exact duration varies by subject, ranging from about 1 hour 30 minutes up to 3 hours 15 minutes for some exams
. The exams are generally divided into two sections:
- A multiple-choice section, where students select answers from 4–5 choices.
- A free-response section, which may include essays, problem-solving, or spoken responses depending on the subject
Here are some examples of specific AP exam lengths:
- AP Calculus AB and BC: about 3 hours 15 minutes
- AP English Language and Composition: 3 hours 15 minutes
- AP Biology: 3 hours
- AP US History: 3 hours 15 minutes
- AP Psychology: 2 hours
- AP Computer Science Principles: about 2 hours
In summary, the length of an AP exam depends on the subject but generally falls within a 2 to 3-hour window, with a break separating the multiple-choice and free-response sections
