AP Exam Registration Deadlines (2027)
AP exam registration deadlines for 2027-27: fall ordering, late fees, exam dates, and what students need to do through their school.
Short answer: AP exam registration for the 2026-27 school year happens through your school in fall 2026 (preferred October 2, final November 13); confirm your coordinator's deadline and see May 2027 exam dates.
2026-27 Registration Timeline
| When | Action |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | AP Registration and Ordering opens; join AP sections in My AP |
| Oct. 2, 2026 | Preferred ordering deadline (coordinators) |
| Nov. 13, 2026 | Final ordering deadline (11:59 p.m. ET) |
| Jan. 22, 2027 | SSD accommodations request deadline |
| March 12, 2027 | Spring course orders and fall order changes deadline |
| April 30, 2027 | CSP Create PT, Seminar/Research, and World Languages PPR due |
| May 3–14, 2027 | AP Exam administration |
Exact school-level deadlines vary — ask your AP coordinator.
Exam Fees (2026-27)
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| On-time exam (ordered by Nov. 13) | $99 (U.S.) |
| Late order fee (Nov. 14 – March 12) | +$40 per exam |
| Unused/canceled exam fee | $40 per exam |
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 fall 2026 (preferred Oct. 2, final Nov. 13). 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 2027-27?
$99 per exam in the U.S. (as of 2026-27). Schools may add a proctoring fee. Fee reductions apply for eligible students.
Is there a late AP registration fee?
Yes — exams ordered between Nov. 14, 2026 and March 12, 2027 incur a $40 late order fee per exam.
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 2027?
May 3–14, 2027. Full schedule: AP exam dates 2027.
Sources & verification
Content verified against official College Board materials: August 2026.