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AP Psychology

Explore the science of behavior and mental processes including biological bases, cognition, and disorders.

AP Psychology introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Students explore biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning and cognition, motivation and emotion, developmental psychology, testing and individual differences, abnormal behavior, treatment of psychological disorders, and social psychology.

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

Why AP Psychology Matters

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

Foundation for psychology and related health professions
Develops understanding of human behavior and motivation
Essential for careers in counseling, education, and medicine
Valuable life skills for understanding yourself and others
College Equivalent

Introduction to Psychology (PSYCH 101 or equivalent)

Required/Recommended for Majors
PsychologyNeuroscienceSociologySocial WorkCounselingEducationNursingHuman ResourcesMarketingCriminal Justice
Exam Format
Multiple Choice100 questions (66.7%)
Free Response2 questions (33.3%)
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 110-14% of exam
Scientific Foundations of Psychology
History of psychologyResearch methodsStatistics basicsEthics in research
Unit 28-10% of exam
Biological Bases of Behavior
Neural transmissionBrain structure and functionEndocrine systemGenetics and behavior
Unit 36-8% of exam
Sensation and Perception
Sensory processesPerceptual organizationAttentionSensory thresholds
Unit 47-9% of exam
Learning
Classical conditioningOperant conditioningCognitive learningObservational learning
Unit 513-17% of exam
Cognitive Psychology
Memory processesProblem solvingLanguageIntelligence
Unit 67-9% of exam
Developmental Psychology
Physical developmentCognitive developmentSocial developmentMoral development
Unit 711-15% of exam
Motivation, Emotion, and Personality
Theories of motivationEmotion theoriesStressPersonality theories
Unit 812-16% of exam
Clinical Psychology
Psychological disordersDiagnosisTreatment approachesBiomedical therapies
Unit 98-10% of exam
Social Psychology
AttributionAttitudesConformityGroup behaviorAggression
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
  • Focus on understanding psychological perspectives and their applications
  • Learn key researchers and their contributions
  • Practice applying concepts to real-life scenarios
  • Connect biological and psychological explanations
Exam-Specific Strategies
Techniques that maximize your score
  • Master psychological terminology precisely
  • Practice applying multiple perspectives to one scenario
  • Know research methods and their limitations
  • Practice FRQ format with clear, specific examples
Comprehensive Resources

Materials & Past Paper Archive

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

Homework System

Weekly reading guides, terminology practice, and application exercises

Past Paper Archive

Complete archive of AP Psychology free-response questions from 2004-2024 with scoring guidelines

Digital Materials
  • Flashcard system for 400+ key terms
  • Famous studies video library
  • Brain anatomy interactive tool
  • Psychological disorder case studies
  • Research methods practice scenarios
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 2-hour exams matching College Board format
  • 100-question MCQ practice with detailed explanations
  • FRQ practice with rubric-based scoring
  • Terminology accuracy feedback
  • Application scenario analysis

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 Psychology 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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AP Psychology — Frequently Asked Questions

How is the AP Psychology exam structured?
The AP Psychology exam has 100 multiple-choice questions in 1 hour 10 minutes, worth 66.7% of the score, and 2 free-response questions in 50 minutes, worth 33.3%. Knowing the split matters because the two halves reward different preparation — the multiple-choice section rewards coverage, the free-response section rewards being able to set out a method.
What college credit does AP Psychology carry?
One semester of introductory psychology Credit policies are set by each university rather than by the College Board, so confirm the score your target schools require before choosing which exams to sit.
What does AP Psychology cover?
The course is organised into 9 units: Scientific Foundations of Psychology, Biological Bases of Behavior, Sensation and Perception, Learning, Cognitive Psychology and 4 more. Our tutoring follows the same order, so what you cover with a tutor lines up with what your class is doing.
What college course is AP Psychology equivalent to?
Introduction to Psychology (PSYCH 101 or equivalent) That is the level the exam is written to, which is why a strong AP score is treated as evidence you can handle first-year university work in the subject.
Which majors is AP Psychology useful for?
It is most relevant to Psychology, Neuroscience, Sociology, Social Work and 6 more. It is worth taking if it is either required for your intended major or the strongest subject you can show, since a high score in a demanding subject carries more weight than a safe pass in an easy one.