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Planning for the 2026 AP Exams? Below is a complete, easy-to-follow breakdown of exam dates, submission deadlines, and late-testing options for U.S. high school students.
The AP program is administered nationwide by the College Board and plays a major role in college admissions and credit decisions.
2026 AP Exam Testing Window
All AP exams will be held from:
May 4 through May 15, 2026
Exams are given at:
8:00 a.m. (Morning session)
12:00 p.m. (Afternoon session)
Local school time
Official AP Exam Dates (2026)
| Date | AP Exams |
| May 4 | Biology, Latin, European History, Microeconomics |
| May 5 | Chemistry, Human Geography, U.S. Government & Politics |
| May 6 | English Literature, Comparative Government, Physics 1 |
| May 7 | Physics 2, World History, African American Studies, Statistics |
| May 8 | Italian, U.S. History, Chinese, Macroeconomics |
| May 11 | Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Music Theory, Seminar |
| May 12 | French, Precalculus, Japanese, Psychology |
| May 13 | English Language, German, Physics C: Mechanics |
| May 14 | Art History, Spanish, Computer Science Principles, Physics C: E&M |
| May 15 | Environmental Science, Computer Science A |
(All times are set by your high school testing center.)
Required AP Submission Deadlines
Some AP courses include portfolio or performance-based work that must be submitted before testing.
| Deadline | Who Must Submit |
| April 30, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET) | AP Seminar, AP Research, AP Computer Science Principles |
| May 8, 2026 (8:00 p.m. ET) | AP Art & Design portfolios |
Missing these deadlines means your exam score cannot be processed.
When Are AP Scores Released?
AP scores will be available:
Early July 2026
Students access their scores through their College Board account.
Scores of 4 or 5 often earn:
College credit
Advanced placement
Scholarship consideration
Why This Schedule Matters
AP exams are national, college-level assessments. Missing a deadline or test date can:
Delay college credit
Affect senior-year course placement
Impact scholarship eligibility
Early planning helps families avoid stress and stay on track for college goals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. When are the 2026 AP Exams held?
The 2026 AP Exams will take place from May 4 through May 15, 2026, with additional late-testing dates from May 18 to May 22 for approved students.
Q2. What time do AP exams start?
AP exams are administered at 8:00 a.m. (morning session) or 12:00 p.m. (afternoon session), based on your school’s local testing schedule.
Q3. Can students take more than one AP exam in 2026?
Yes. Many U.S. high school students take multiple AP exams across different subjects such as Chemistry, Calculus, Physics, and English.
Q4. What happens if two AP exams are scheduled at the same time?
The College Board allows students with exam conflicts to take one of the exams during the late-testing window.
Q5. What is the deadline for AP project and portfolio submissions?
• April 30, 2026 for AP Seminar, AP Research, and AP Computer Science Principles
• May 8, 2026 for AP Art & Design digital portfolios
Missing these deadlines can prevent your score from being reported.
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