Advanced Placement Exams
AP Exams are administered by schools worldwide on set dates each May. Spring 2023 AP test dates are May 1-11th, visit
Exam Schedule.
Each AP Exam contains multiple-choice questions and free-response questions (essay, problem-solving, oral response). Exams vary in length but are typically 2-3 hours.
Current Exam Fees: $97 per exam, AP Research/Seminar $145 per exam
Why Take Advanced Placement Exams?
Many four-year colleges and universities in the United States offer credit for Advanced Placement for qualifying AP Exam scores.
Students earn credit toward their college degrees. Students should research the college/universities AP policies to have the most up-to-date information.
Students can skip introductory courses and move directly into higher-level classes, and/or fulfill general education requirements for some colleges and universities
Future monetary savings: Passing an exam means likely saving money during college.