AP Exam Registration Deadlines (2026)
AP exam registration deadlines for 2026: fall ordering, late fees, exam dates, and what students need to do through their school.
Short answer: AP exam registration happens through your school in fall 2025 (typically October–November ordering); confirm your coordinator’s deadline and see May 2026 exam dates.
Registration Timeline
| When | Action |
|---|---|
| Aug–Sep 2025 | Join AP sections in My AP / AP Classroom |
| Oct–Nov 2025 | School orders exams; students confirm intent |
| After Nov 2025 | Late ordering fees may apply |
| Spring 2026 | Exam day logistics, Bluebook readiness checks |
| May 4–15, 2026 | AP Exam administration |
Exact dates vary by school — ask your AP coordinator.
Self-Study & Homeschool
Contact College Board AP Services for a participating test center near you.
After You Register
- Mark your exam date
- Start timed practice
- Track progress with AP score calculators
Related
Frequently asked questions
When is AP exam registration due?
Schools order exams in the fall (typically October–November). Students register through their AP coordinator by the school’s internal deadline — often weeks before College Board’s final ordering date.
Can you register for AP exams independently?
Homeschool and self-study students contact AP Services or a nearby school authorized to administer AP Exams.
What is the AP exam fee in 2026?
College Board sets the base fee annually; schools may add a proctoring fee. Fee reductions apply for eligible students.
Is there a late AP registration fee?
Yes — exams ordered after the November ordering deadline incur late fees per College Board policy.
Can you cancel AP exam registration?
Cancellation policies vary by school. Unused exams may still incur fees depending on when you cancel.
When are AP exams in 2026?
May 4–15, 2026. Full schedule: AP exam dates 2026.
Sources & verification
Content verified against official College Board materials: July 2026.