Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics (or AP United States Government and Politics or AP US Gov or AP Gov) is a college-level course and examination offered through the College Board's Advanced Placement Program.

This course surveys the structure and function of American government and politics that begins with an analysis of the Constitution, the foundation of the American political system.

Students study the three branches of government, administrative agencies that support each branch, the role of political behavior in the democratic process, rules governing elections, political culture, and the workings of political parties and interest groups.Click the links below to find out more about how the exam is administered and what topics are covered on the exam.