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Key Facts: AICP Exam
~60%
Est. Pass Rate
Historical average
170
Exam Questions
APA
100-150 hrs
Study Time
Recommended
3.5 hrs
Exam Duration
Prometric
$435-690
Exam Fee
APA
2-4 yrs
Experience Required
Varies by degree
The AICP exam has approximately 170 multiple-choice questions in 3.5 hours. The pass rate averages around 60%. It covers planning theory, plan making, implementation, leadership, and professional ethics.
About the AICP Exam
The AICP certification is the gold standard for urban and regional planners. It tests planning principles, plan making, implementation, leadership, and professional ethics across land use, transportation, housing, and environmental planning.
Questions
170 scored questions
Time Limit
3 hours 30 minutes
Passing Score
Scaled score (set by AICP)
Exam Fee
$435 (APA members) / $690 (non-members) (American Planning Association (APA) / Prometric)
AICP Exam Content Outline
Planning Principles & Theory
History of planning, comprehensive planning, sustainability, equity, urban design, demographics
Plan Making & Implementation
Comprehensive plans, zoning, subdivision regulation, site plan review, environmental review
Leadership & Administration
Public participation, consensus building, intergovernmental coordination, finance, CIP
Professional Practice & Ethics
AICP Code of Ethics, legal foundations, due process, first amendment, property rights
How to Pass the AICP Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Scaled score (set by AICP)
- Exam length: 170 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Exam fee: $435 (APA members) / $690 (non-members)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hard is the AICP exam?
Challenging with ~60% pass rate. Requires broad planning knowledge and the ability to apply principles to complex scenarios. Most study 3-4 months.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Master's in planning requires 2 years experience, bachelor's in planning requires 3 years, non-planning degree requires 4 years.
How long should I study?
Most candidates study 3-4 months, investing 100-150 hours. Key areas: AICP Ethics Code, planning law, and contemporary issues.
What is the AICP passing score?
The AICP uses a scaled scoring system. The passing score is determined by subject-matter experts through a criterion-referenced process.