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AP Human Geography

Course Overview

AP Human Geography introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications. The Curriculum reflects the goals of the National Geography Standards (2012). This course is equivalent to an introductory college-level course in human geography.

Expectations & Support

Successful AP students will have the dedication, self-discipline, and the desire to apply themselves as a college student, and will budget their time effectively to manage the workload. AP courses maintain a level of rigor and a commensurate workload of a college-level course. This requires students to be organized and manage their time to support the demands of the class. Academic integrity is expected at all times, for students are given additional authority over their learning and as such, are expected to conduct themselves accordingly.

Exams and Assessment

  • Weekly Short Answer Questions

  • Biweekly Multiple Choice Tests

  • Required AP Exam (May 2026)

  • 20+ pages of reading per week

Materials and Resources

  • AP Classroom

  • AMSCO Human Geography Textbook

  • Other materials as provided by the instructor

Time Commitment

AP Human Geography requires students to write and study extensively in the field of geography. While time spent on these tasks may differ from student to student, on average, a student should expect to spend at least 2-4 hours of work outside of class per week.