AP® Test Dates

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View upcoming AP® dates below, and choose the right test date for you!

2027

WEEK 1: May 3 - 7, 2027

Test Date	8 a.m. Local Time	12 p.m. Local Time
May 3, 2027	Human Geography	Biology
	Physics C: Mechanics	Italian Language and Culture
May 4, 2027	Business with Personal Finance	European History
	United States Government and Politics	Microeconomics
May 5, 2027	Cybersecurity	Physics 1: Algebra-Based
	English Literature and Composition	Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
May 6, 2027	French Language and Culture	African American Studies
	Physics 2: Algebra-Based	Chemistry
	World History: Modern
May 7, 2027	German Language and Culture	Macroeconomics
	United States History	Networking (2026-27 pilot schools only)

WEEK 2: May 10 - 14, 2027

Test Date	8 a.m. Local Time	12 p.m. Local Time
May 10, 2027	Calculus AB	Music Theory
	Calculus BC	Seminar
May 11, 2027	Japanese Language and Culture	Statistics
	Precalculus
May 12, 2027	English Language and Composition	Art History
		Computer Science A
May 13, 2027	Spanish Language and Culture	Chinese Language and Culture
		Environmental Science
May 14, 2027	Comparative Government and Politics	Latin
	Computer Science Principles	Psychology
	Spanish Literature and Culture

AP Digital Portfolio Submission Deadlines

The following subjects require work to be submitted through the AP Digital Portfolio by the deadlines listed below:

- AP Art and Design: May 7, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET), is the deadline for students to submit their 3 portfolio components as final.
- AP Computer Science Principles: April 30, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET), is the deadline for students to submit their Create performance task as final.
- AP Seminar and AP Research: April 30, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET), is the deadline for students to submit performance tasks as final.
- New: AP World Languages and Cultures: April 30, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET), is the deadline for students to submit their Personalized Project Reference (PPR) as final.

LATE-TESTING: May 17 - 21, 2027

Occasionally, circumstances make it necessary for students to test late. To preserve the security of AP Exams, alternate versions of the exams are used for late testing. All students who participate in late testing at a given school must take these alternate exams on the scheduled late-testing dates at the scheduled times.

Test Date	8 a.m. Local Time	12 p.m. Local Time
May 17, 2027	English Literature and Composition	Business with Personal Finance
	European History	French Language and Culture
	Networking (2026-27 pilot schools only)	Human Geography

May 18, 2027	Art History	Cybersecurity
	Italian Language and Culture	Japanese Language and Culture
	Seminar	United States History
	United States Government and Politics	World History: Modern
May 19, 2027	African American Studies	Spanish Language and Culture
	Biology	Spanish Literature and Culture
	Microeconomics
	Music Theory
	Physics 1: Algebra-Based

May 20, 2027	Chemistry	Calculus AB
	Computer Science A	Calculus BC
	Environmental Science	Comparative Government and Politics
	Latin	German Language and Culture
	Precalculus	Physics C: Mechanics
May 21, 2027	Chinese Language and Culture	Computer Science Principles
	English Language and Composition	Physics 2: Algebra-Based
	Macroeconomics
	Psychology
	Statistics

AP coordinators are responsible for notifying students when and where to report for the exams. Early testing or testing at times other than those published by College Board is not permitted under any circumstances.
Schools must begin the morning exam administration between 8 and 9 a.m. local time and the afternoon exam administration between 12 and 1 p.m. local time.
AP Seminar end-of-course exams are only available to students taking AP Seminar at a school that has signed up to offer AP Seminar or participate in the AP Capstone Diploma Program.
Note: This year, AP African American Studies exams can only be ordered and administered by schools in the U.S.

To confirm test dates or to register, meet with the AP Coordinator at your high school or visit College Board

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Helpful Information

How to Get Registered for AP® Exams

Just like the SAT, AP exams play a pivotal role in college admissions, showcasing your academic prowess to universities and colleges. Navigating the world of AP exams requires strategic planning, from registration to test day:

Find a school that offers the exam. This may be your school or a school that allows outside test takers.
Obtain the join code from the school and login to your College Board Account.
Access online registration on the College Board website or utilize the provided Student Registration Booklet available through your school counselor.
Ensure accurate personal information matching your photo ID.
Upload a clear identification picture.
Decide on opting for the College Board’s Student Search Service for added opportunities.
Be aware of the registration fee, with fee waivers for those in low-income households.
Extra Tip: Register early to secure your preferred test date and avoid additional fees.

When to Take AP® Exams

AP exams can be taken starting from your freshman year.
Consider taking exams throughout your high school career to balance out the course loads.

When to Start Preparing for AP® Exams

Begin your AP exam preparation as early as possible.
Some AP courses have prerequisite knowledge and require you to take some courses before taking them. Plan this out so you are able to take the exams when you want.
Take the AP course starting in the fall and then take the exams in May.

How to Prep for AP® Exams

Opt for classroom learning and challenging courses as effective methods of preparation.
Take advantage of free practice exams offered by reliable sources, such as Zinkerz.
Consider enrolling in Zinkerz’s AP Exam Prep courses, offered as full length courses and as review sessions.

What to Do on AP® Exam Day

Focus on relaxation; avoid last-minute cramming.
Enjoy a nutritious breakfast and arrive at the test site well in advance.
Leave electronic devices at home to adhere to testing regulations.
Essential items to bring include the Admission Ticket and photo ID, two number 2 pencils with erasers, an approved calculator with extra batteries (if applicable), a silenced watch, and a drink and snack for breaks.
Follow all instructions provided by the test administrator, including respecting time constraints for each section.
Utilize designated breaks for eating and drinking, adhering to the rules set by the test administrator.

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