The AP exam dates 2027 are set: the main exams run over two weeks, May 3-7 and May 10-14, 2027, with late testing on May 17-21. This guide gives students and parents, in the US and worldwide, the full schedule, 2026-27 deadlines, fees, clash rules and an 8-week study plan.
Key takeaways
- Main AP Exams: May 3-7 and May 10-14, 2027. Late testing: May 17-21, 2027.
- Most US schools start at 8 a.m. (Session 1) and 12 p.m. (Session 2) local time. Some places, like Alaska and many schools outside the US, have new start times for 2027.
- Your school's AP coordinator must order your exams. The final ordering deadline is November 13, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET.
- Fees are $99 per exam in the US, US territories, Canada and DoWEA schools, and $129 elsewhere. Eligible students get a $37 fee reduction.
- Two exams at the same time? Ask your coordinator for late testing. Scores come out in July 2027.
When are the AP exam dates 2027?
Quick answer: The 2027 AP Exams run in schools over two weeks in May: Monday May 3 to Friday May 7, and Monday May 10 to Friday May 14, 2027. Late-testing exams run May 17-21, 2027. Each day has two sessions. In most US schools, Session 1 starts at 8 a.m. and Session 2 at 12 p.m. local time.
Source: the official 2027 AP Exam Dates page and the AP Students exam dates page. Early testing is not allowed under any circumstances. Your AP coordinator tells you where and when to report.
What is the full AP exam schedule 2027?
The two daily slots are now called "Session 1" and "Session 2", replacing "morning" and "afternoon". For most schools, they are still morning and afternoon.
Week 1: May 3-7, 2027
| Day | Session 1 (8 a.m. in most US schools) | Session 2 (12 p.m. in most US schools) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, May 3 | Human Geography; Physics C: Mechanics | Biology; Italian Language and Culture |
| Tuesday, May 4 | Business with Personal Finance; United States Government and Politics | European History; Microeconomics |
| Wednesday, May 5 | Cybersecurity; English Literature and Composition | Physics 1: Algebra-Based; Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism |
| Thursday, May 6 | French Language and Culture; Physics 2: Algebra-Based; World History: Modern | African American Studies; Chemistry |
| Friday, May 7 | German Language and Culture; United States History | Macroeconomics; Networking (2026-27 pilot schools only) |
Week 1 of the 2027 AP Exams, May 3-7.
Monday to Wednesday: Human Geography, Physics C: Mechanics, Biology, Italian, Business with Personal Finance, US Government, European History, Microeconomics, Cybersecurity, English Literature, Physics 1 and Physics C: E&M.
Thursday: French, Physics 2 and World History: Modern, then African American Studies and Chemistry.
Friday: German and US History, then Macroeconomics and Networking (pilot schools only).
Week 2: May 10-14, 2027
| Day | Session 1 (8 a.m. in most US schools) | Session 2 (12 p.m. in most US schools) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, May 10 | Calculus AB; Calculus BC | Music Theory; Seminar |
| Tuesday, May 11 | Japanese Language and Culture; Precalculus | Statistics |
| Wednesday, May 12 | English Language and Composition | Art History; Computer Science A |
| Thursday, May 13 | Spanish Language and Culture | Chinese Language and Culture; Environmental Science |
| Friday, May 14 | Comparative Government and Politics; Computer Science Principles; Spanish Literature and Culture | Latin; Psychology |
Week 2 of the 2027 AP Exams, May 10-14.
Monday: Calculus AB and BC, then Music Theory and Seminar. Tuesday: Japanese and Precalculus, then Statistics.
Wednesday: English Language, then Art History and Computer Science A. Thursday: Spanish Language, then Chinese and Environmental Science.
Friday: Comparative Government, Computer Science Principles and Spanish Literature, then Latin and Psychology.
Where are the maths and science exams?
- Biology: Mon May 3, Session 2 (AP Biology exam guide).
- Physics C: Mechanics: Mon May 3, Session 1. Physics C: E&M: Wed May 5, Session 2.
- Physics 1: Wed May 5, Session 2 (AP Physics 1 exam guide).
- Physics 2: Thu May 6, Session 1 (AP Physics 2 exam guide).
- Chemistry: Thu May 6, Session 2 (AP Chemistry exam guide).
- Calculus AB and BC: Mon May 10, Session 1 (AP Calculus AB vs BC).
- Precalculus: Tue May 11, Session 1 (AP Precalculus exam guide).
- Statistics: Tue May 11, Session 2 (AP Statistics changes for 2026-27).
- Computer Science A: Wed May 12, Session 2. Environmental Science: Thu May 13, Session 2. Computer Science Principles: Fri May 14, Session 1.
Note one clash for physics students: Physics 1 and Physics C: E&M are both on Wednesday May 5 in Session 2. If you take both, you need late testing for one.
What time do AP exams start in 2027?
This is new for 2027. College Board changed start times in some places so secure exam content does not leak across time zones. Details are on the 2027 AP Exam Start Times page.
- Lower 48 US states, Hawaii and Washington, D.C.: 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. local time. No change.
- Alaska: 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. local time.
- Outside the US: start times depend on your UTC offset in May.
- An exam can still begin up to 1 hour after the official start time.
Here are some of the official start times by May UTC offset:
| UTC offset in May | Session 1 (local) | Session 2 (local) |
|---|---|---|
| +00:00 | 7:00 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. |
| +01:00 | 8:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. |
| +04:00 | 11:00 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. |
| +05:30 | 6:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. |
| +08:00 | 9:00 a.m. | 1:00 p.m. |
For example, UK schools (UTC+01:00 in May) would start at 8 a.m.; India (UTC+05:30) at 6:30 a.m. Confirm your school with the official start time lookup tool. You can search by school name or school code.
What are the AP late testing 2027 dates?
Late testing runs Monday May 17 to Friday May 21, 2027. It uses alternate versions of the exams. If you test late, you must sit the exam on its set late date and session. The official late-testing page lists:
| Day | Session 1 | Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, May 17 | English Literature; European History; Networking (pilot) | Business with Personal Finance; French; Human Geography |
| Tue, May 18 | Art History; Italian; Seminar; US Government and Politics | Cybersecurity; Japanese; US History; World History: Modern |
| Wed, May 19 | African American Studies; Biology; Microeconomics; Music Theory; Physics 1 | Spanish Language; Spanish Literature |
| Thu, May 20 | Chemistry; Computer Science A; Environmental Science; Latin; Physics C: E&M; Precalculus | Calculus AB; Calculus BC; Comparative Government; German; Physics C: Mechanics |
| Fri, May 21 | Chinese; English Language; Macroeconomics; Psychology; Statistics | Computer Science Principles; Physics 2 |
Your coordinator orders late exams. Deadlines: May 4, 2027 for schools outside the US (including US territories and Canada), and May 14, 2027 for US schools.
What if two of my AP exams are at the same time?
If two of your exams fall on the same day in the same session, you take one on time and the other in late testing. "2 or more AP Exams on the same date at the same time" is on College Board's list of reasons with no extra late-testing fee. See the late-testing policies.
What to do when two AP exams clash.
Check both exams on the official schedule. If they share the same day and session, that is a clash.
Tell your AP coordinator early. The coordinator orders a late-testing exam for one subject.
A clash is a no-fee reason, so there is no extra late-testing fee. You then sit the alternate exam during May 17-21.
Other no-fee reasons include a clash with an IB or Cambridge exam, a mandated state or national test, a religious observance, and serious illness or injury. "Reason Not Listed" adds a $40 late-testing fee.
Tip: check the late schedule before choosing which exam to move. For example, Physics 1 moves to Wednesday May 19 (Session 1), and Physics C: E&M moves to Thursday May 20 (Session 1).
What are the key AP deadlines for 2026-27?
From the official 2026-27 key dates timeline and ordering page:
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| October 2, 2026 | Preferred deadline for exam orders |
| November 13, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET | Final ordering deadline (full-year and fall courses, exam-only sections) |
| January 22, 2027 | Deadline for accommodations requests (SSD) |
| March 12, 2027, 11:59 p.m. ET | Spring course orders and fall order changes |
| April 30, 2027, 11:59 p.m. ET | Fee reduction status; Seminar, Research, CSP and world language portfolio deadlines |
| May 7, 2027, 11:59 p.m. ET | AP Art and Design portfolio deadline |
| May 3-7 and May 10-14, 2027 | Main AP Exams |
| May 17-21, 2027 | Late testing |
| June 20, 2027 | Choose your free score send |
| July 2027 | AP scores released |
Key AP dates for the 2026-27 school year.
November 13, 2026 is the final ordering deadline. March 12, 2027 is the deadline for spring orders and changes.
April 30, 2027 is the fee reduction deadline and the main AP Digital Portfolio deadline.
The main exams run May 3-14, 2027, late testing runs May 17-21, and scores arrive in July 2027.
The November 13 deadline applies to all schools worldwide. Many schools set an earlier one, so ask your coordinator now.
How much do AP exams cost in 2026-27?
From the official AP Exam Fees page:
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Exam at schools in the US, US territories, Canada and DoWEA schools | $99 per exam |
| Exam at schools everywhere else | $129 per exam |
| Late order fee (ordered November 14, 2026 to March 12, 2027) | $40 extra per exam |
| Unused or canceled exam fee | $40 per exam |
| Late-testing fee (only some reasons) | $40 extra per exam |
| College Board fee reduction (eligible students) | $37 off per exam |
Some details:
- The late order fee does not apply to spring courses or transfer students.
- With the fee reduction, and the school giving up its $9 rebate, an exam costs $53 ($83 internationally). Coordinators must mark eligible students by April 30, 2027. See AP fee reductions.
- Fees may vary at College Board-authorized test centres outside the US. Check the official page or ask the centre.
- You pay your school, not College Board. Your school sets when and how.
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Are AP exams digital or paper in 2027?
Starting in 2027, all AP Exams are digital. Most run in the Bluebook app, in one of two modes. See How Are AP Exams Administered?
- Hybrid digital: you answer multiple-choice in Bluebook, then handwrite free-response answers in a paper booklet. This covers Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Music Theory (new for 2027), Physics 1, Physics 2, Physics C: E&M, Physics C: Mechanics and Precalculus.
- Fully digital: everything is in Bluebook. This includes Statistics (new for 2027), Computer Science A, Environmental Science, English, history, Psychology and world language exams.
- Portfolio only: AP Art and Design is submitted through the AP Digital Portfolio. AP Research has no end-of-course exam.
Students with approved accommodations may get paper versions. Practise with a free Bluebook test preview; some, like Statistics, arrive in January 2027.
How do I register for AP exams 2027?
You register through a school. Parents and students cannot order AP Exams directly.
- At your own school: join your AP class section in My AP using the join code from your teacher or coordinator. Then confirm with your coordinator that you want to take the exam.
- Check the school deadline. The College Board final deadline is November 13, 2026, but your school may set an earlier one.
- Pay your school when it asks.
- Homeschool, independent or virtual students: use the AP Course Ledger to find nearby schools. Contact each school's AP coordinator as early as you can.
- If a school agrees, the coordinator makes an exam-only section and gives you a join code. You join it in My AP.
Host schools may set their own deadlines and charge more to cover proctoring. After November 13, a coordinator can still add you and ask AP Services by March 12 to waive the late fee. Full details are on the official page for homeschool and other students.
Can I take AP exams outside the US?
Yes. AP Exams are given at schools and College Board-authorized test centres around the world. The fee is usually $129 per exam, start times follow the UTC-offset table, and the late-testing order deadline is earlier (May 4, 2027). Deadlines are in US Eastern Time (ET), so convert them. A clash with an IB or Cambridge exam is a no-fee reason for late testing. UK-system students can compare with our A Level exam dates 2027 guide.
When are AP scores released in 2027?
AP scores are released in July 2027. College Board has not yet published an exact day. Before then, choose your free score send by June 20, 2027.
What is a good 8-week study plan before AP exams?
The 8 weeks before May 3 start in early March. Adjust this plan to your own exam days.
| Week | Focus |
|---|---|
| Week 1 (early March) | List exams and sessions, spot clashes, find weak units with a timed section |
| Week 2 | Rebuild the weakest unit; make a one-page formula sheet |
| Week 3 | Past free-response questions, marked with official scoring guidelines |
| Week 4 | Second-weakest units; try the Bluebook test preview |
| Week 5 | First full timed practice exam; review every mistake |
| Week 6 | Fix error patterns; mixed-topic question sets |
| Week 7 | Second timed practice exam in the real mode (hybrid: handwrite free-response) |
| Week 8 | Light review, sleep and logistics; earliest exam first |
In maths and science, show full working on every free-response answer.
What are common AP exam mistakes to avoid?
- Assuming 8 a.m. everywhere. Start times changed for 2027 outside the lower 48, Hawaii and D.C. Check the lookup tool.
- Missing the school deadline. Many schools close sign-ups before November 13. Late orders cost $40 more per exam.
- Ignoring clashes. Tell your coordinator early.
- Forgetting portfolio deadlines. Seminar, Research, CSP and world language deadlines are April 30, 2027. Art and Design is May 7.
- Skipping Bluebook practice. Try the test preview first.
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Facts checked against official sources on 4 November 2026.
FAQ
When are AP exams 2027?
The main 2027 AP Exams are on May 3-7 and May 10-14, 2027. Late testing is May 17-21, 2027. Each day has a Session 1 and a Session 2 exam slot.
What time do AP exams start in 2027?
In the lower 48 US states, Hawaii and Washington, D.C., Session 1 starts at 8 a.m. and Session 2 at 12 p.m. local time. Alaska starts at 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. Outside the US, times depend on your UTC offset, so check the official lookup tool.
What is the deadline to sign up for AP exams 2027?
The College Board final ordering deadline is November 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Your school may set an earlier date. Spring-semester courses can be ordered until March 12, 2027.
How much is an AP exam in 2026-27?
It is $99 per exam at schools in the US, US territories, Canada and DoWEA schools, and $129 elsewhere. Eligible students get a $37 reduction. Late orders and unused exams can cost an extra $40 each.
Can I take two AP exams scheduled at the same time?
Not at the same time. You take one on the main date and the other in late testing, May 17-21. Your AP coordinator orders it, and this reason has no extra late-testing fee.
When do AP scores come out in 2027?
Scores are released in July 2027. College Board has not announced the exact date yet. Check the official AP Students site closer to the time.
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Sources
- 2027 AP Exam Dates – AP Central
- 2027 AP Exam Dates – AP Students
- 2027 AP Exam Late-Testing Dates
- 2027 AP Exam Start Times
- AP 2026-27 Key Dates and Deadlines
- AP Exam Fees
- AP Exam Fee Reductions
- AP Exam Late-Testing Policies and Ordering
- Ordering AP Exams
- Ordering AP Exams for Homeschooled and Independent Study Students
- How Are AP Exams Administered?