AP® U.S. Government and Politics

Course Length

2 Semesters

AP U.S. Government and Politics is a semester-long, college-level course designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement (AP) U.S. Government and Politics exam. The goal of this course is to explore and analyze important concepts of U.S. government and politics.

By the end of this course, students have an understanding of the U.S. Constitution and political system. Students demonstrate their understanding and acquisition of skills through written work, project-based activities, and practice exams.

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Overview of Concepts

• Foundations of American Democracy
• Interactions among Branches of Government
• Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
• American Political Ideologies and Beliefs
• Institutions of National Government
• Exam Prep and Review