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AP Psychology

Understand the biological, cognitive, developmental, social, and health factors that shape thought and behavior.

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Unit outline
5 units
Equivalent
One-semester introductory psychology course
Framework checked
August 14, 2026
Concept applicationData interpretationResearch analysis

Course content

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Weight ranges reflect the official course outline. Individual teachers may sequence the course differently.

5 units

  1. Unit 1Biological Bases of Behavior15%–25% of exam scorePlanned
  2. Unit 2Cognition15%–25% of exam scorePlanned
  3. Unit 3Development and Learning15%–25% of exam scorePlanned
  4. Unit 4Social Psychology and Personality15%–25% of exam scorePlanned
  5. Unit 5Mental and Physical Health15%–25% of exam scorePlanned