Download AP Computer Science Principles Cheat Sheet PDF Cram Chart

Get Ready for the AP Computer Science Principles Exam

The AP Computer Science Principles exam is fast approaching. Preparing for the exam can be daunting for sure, but worry not! Our downloadable cram chart has everything you need to know to be fully prepared for the exam. Be sure to also check out our teacher-led cram series!

As you start to prepare, don't forget to check with your teacher or AP coordinator which administration of the exam you will be taking. The first administration of the multiple choice portion of the exam will be on paper at your school on May 17th. The second and third administrations will be digital, taken at school or at home, on May 26th and June 7th. 

Remember that no matter which administration of the multiple choice exam you take, the performance task is due on May 20th at 11:59 PM ET

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Performance Task

• 12 hours in class time
• 30% of your score
• Requirements
  • Video of your program running
  • Written responses about developing your program
  • Program code

Multiple Choice

• 70 questions in 2 hours
• 70% of your score
• Types of questions
  • Single-select
  • Single-select with reading passage
  • Multi-select (select 2)

AP Computer Science Principles Cheat Sheet PDF & Review Chart

This cram chart was put together by amazing teachers and students who have already taken and passed the exam! It has all the vocab and concepts you'll need to review to prepare for the exam. Happy studying!