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AP Comparative Government and Politics

Comparative study of six core countries' political systems, institutions, and policy challenges.

AP Comparative Government and Politics introduces students to the rich diversity of political life outside the United States. Using a comparative approach, students examine the political systems of six core countries: China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, and the United Kingdom, analyzing how different governments solve common problems.

69 hrs
Total Instruction
Max 6
Students Per Group
10
Full Mock Exams
8 mo
Program Duration
Course Introduction

Why AP Comparative Government and Politics Matters

Scoring well on AP Comparative Government and Politics demonstrates your readiness for college-level work and can earn you valuable credit, saving time and money in your undergraduate studies.

Develops a global, comparative political perspective
Foundation for international relations and political science
Builds analysis of institutions and regimes
Strengthens data and case-based reasoning
College Equivalent

Comparative Politics (POLS 120 or equivalent)

Required/Recommended for Majors
Political ScienceInternational RelationsGlobal StudiesLaw (Pre-Law)EconomicsPublic PolicyArea Studies
Exam Format
Multiple Choice55 questions (50%)
Free Response4 questions (50%)
8-Month Curriculum

Complete College Board Syllabus Coverage

Every single unit from the official College Board curriculum is covered in depth over 69 hours of instruction.

Unit 118-27% of exam
Political Systems, Regimes, and Governments
SovereigntyLegitimacyRegime types
Unit 212-17% of exam
Political Institutions
ExecutivesLegislaturesJudiciariesElections
Unit 311-16% of exam
Political Culture and Participation
Political socializationCivil societyParticipation
Unit 413-18% of exam
Party and Electoral Systems
Party systemsElectoral rulesInterest groups
Unit 526-33% of exam
Political and Economic Changes and Development
GlobalizationDevelopmentPolicy challenges
10+ Years of Experience

Our Teaching Approach

We focus on both deep conceptual understanding AND exam-specific problem-solving techniques.

Conceptual Understanding
Building deep knowledge that lasts
  • Compare the six core countries systematically
  • Organize content by institutions and themes
  • Use course-country case evidence in arguments
  • Interpret political and economic data
Exam-Specific Strategies
Techniques that maximize your score
  • Practice all four FRQ types (conceptual, quantitative, comparative, argument)
  • Apply the argument-essay rubric
  • Drill country-comparison questions
  • Review multiple-choice data and scenario items
Comprehensive Resources

Materials & Past Paper Archive

Access homework systems, 10 years of past papers, and custom-prepared digital materials.

Homework System

Weekly readings, country case studies, and FRQ practice with feedback

Past Paper Archive

Released AP Comp Gov FRQs across all task types with scoring guidelines

Digital Materials
  • Six-country comparison reference guides
  • Institution and regime-type explainers
  • Argument essay frameworks
  • Comparative data interpretation sets
  • Multiple-choice scenario drills
Practice Makes Perfect

10 Full-Length Online Mock Exams

Our mock exam phase begins 2 months before the May exam. We replicate exact exam conditions and analyze errors immediately after each mock to maximize score improvement.

  • Full-length exams matching College Board format
  • 55 multiple-choice and 4 free-response questions
  • Rubric-based essay scoring
  • Feedback on country comparisons and evidence
  • Progress tracking across all 5 units

Score Improvement Cycle

1
Take Full Mock Exam
Under real timing conditions
2
Immediate Error Analysis
Detailed review with instructor
3
Targeted Practice
Focus on weak areas identified
4
Repeat & Improve
Track progress across 10 mocks
Choose Your Path

Group Course vs Private Tutoring

Both options provide comprehensive AP Comparative Government and Politics preparation. Choose based on your learning style and budget.

40% Better Value
Group Course
Maximum 6 students per group
$2,100total

or payment plans available

  • 69 hours of live instruction
  • Small group (max 6 students)
  • 10 full-length mock exams
  • Complete digital materials
  • Weekly homework with solutions
  • Session recordings access
  • Direct instructor messaging
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Private Tutoring
1-on-1 personalized instruction
$3,500total

for equivalent 69 hours

  • Fully customized schedule
  • 100% focused attention
  • Pace adjusted to your needs
  • All group course materials
  • Priority instructor access
  • Flexible rescheduling
  • Additional practice sessions
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