AP® Exam Schedule and Dates – 2023

As you prepare for the upcoming school year, it can be hard to keep track of all your high school exams and Advanced Placement® (AP) exam schedules at the same time. Look no further! We have made it super easy for you to access your 2023 AP exam calendar here.

When Are AP Exams Scheduled?

AP exams are typically administered over a two-week period in early May each year. If you are self-studying for an AP exam, contact a participating AP school no later than March 1st of the year you want to test in order to arrange for registration. It is recommended to register for your AP exams before November 15, 2023, to avoid late fees or missing the exam completely.

What Are the Dates for the 2023 AP Exams?

According to the College Board®, the 2023 pen-and-pencil AP exams will be administered over two weeks in May 2023. The detailed exam schedule is as follows:

Week 1 (May 1 - 5)
Monday May 1, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP United States Government and Politics	12:00 p.m. local time AP Chemistry AP Spanish Literature and Culture
Tuesday May 2, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP Chinese Language and Culture AP Environmental Science	12:00 p.m. local time AP Psychology
Wednesday May 3, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP English Literature and Composition	12:00 p.m. local time AP Comparative Government and Politics AP Computer Science A
Thursday May 4, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP Human Geography AP Macroeconomics	12:00 p.m. local time AP Seminar AP Statistics
Friday May 5, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP European History AP United States History	12:00 p.m. local time AP Art History AP Microeconomics

Week 2 (May 8 - 12)
Monday May 8, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC	12:00 p.m. local time AP Computer Science Principles AP Italian Language and Culture	2:00 p.m. local time
Tuesday May 9, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP English Language and Composition AP Japanese Language and Culture	12:00 p.m. local time AP Physics C: Mechanics	2:00 p.m. local time AP Physics C: Mechanics
Wednesday May 10, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP Spanish Language and Culture	12:00 p.m. local time AP Biology	2:00 p.m. local time
Thursday May 11, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP French Language and Culture AP World History: Modern	12:00 p.m. local time AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based	2:00 p.m. local time
Friday May 12, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP German Language and Culture AP Music Theory	12:00 p.m. local time AP Latin AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based	2:00 p.m. local time

Note:

AP Chinese and AP Japanese Exams are administered in schools on computers.
All exams have local start times. Exams can usually commence up to one hour after the official start time. For example, morning exams can commence anytime between 8–9 a.m. local time, between 12–1 p.m. local time for afternoon exams, and between 2–3 p.m. local time for late afternoon exams.

AP Late Testing Dates for 2023

Emergency circumstances can often arise preventing students from taking the AP exam on the assigned date. To accommodate those students, the College Board sets aside four days for late testing. Students can also opt for late testing if they want to take two exams scheduled for the same time slot; for example, exams like AP European History and AP United States History, both of which are administered on the same day and time slot. Note that the AP scores for both standard and late testing dates are released at the same time.Below is the AP exam schedule for late testing:

Late Testing Dates
Wednesday May 17, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP Chemistry AP Computer Science A AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism AP Psychology AP Statistics AP United States History	12:00 p.m. local time AP Computer Science Principles AP English Literature and Composition AP Environmental Science AP Japanese Language and Culture AP Microeconomics AP Spanish Literature and Culture
Thursday May 18, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP Chinese Language and Culture AP English Language and Composition AP German Language and Culture AP Human Geography AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based	12:00 p.m. local time AP Art History AP Biology AP Comparative Government and Politics AP French Language and Culture AP Italian Language and Culture AP Latin
Friday May 19, 2023	8:00 a.m. local time AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Macroeconomics AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based AP Spanish Language and Culture	12:00 p.m. local time AP European History AP Music Theory AP Physics C: Mechanics AP Seminar AP United States Government and Politics AP World History: Modern

Note: You will take alternate forms of AP exams that are given on late testing days, which preserve exam security and are provided to you by your AP coordinator. To place a late testing order, log in to the College Board website and navigate to the “AP Registration and Ordering” section to do so. It is recommended to consult your AP coordinator, who will guide you step-by-step through the process. Late testing exam kits are usually ordered by your high school or your registered AP exam center.

AP Portfolio Deadlines

There are separate deadlines for those AP exams that are scored based on digital portfolio submissions. Following are the dates for AP Art and Design, AP Research and AP Seminar, and AP Computer Science Principles.

AP Art and Design and 2-D Art and Design, and Drawing: Teachers or AP coordinators set their own deadline for submitting your portfolio. After you submit the portfolio, your teacher is responsible for forwarding the same to the AP coordinator, who will then forward it to the AP Program by the first week in May. The submission deadline for 2023 is Friday, May 5 (8 p.m. ET).
AP Seminar and AP Research: The deadline to submit performance tasks and for your presentations to be scored is May 1, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
AP Computer Science Principles: The deadline to submit your Create performance task is May 1, 2023 at, local time 11:59 p.m. ET.

AP Testing Centers 2023

Selecting your AP testing center is crucial. When selecting your test center, it is preferable to choose one that is close to your home, unless you are taking the test at your high school. Choosing a close testing center will act as a buffer in case you come across any transportation issues on test day.

If you are taking the test in the U.S. and allied territories, it is most likely that your high school administers it. If you are homeschooled, you can reach out to AP services at 888-225-5427 or email them using an online form to connect with your AP coordinator to choose your AP testing center.

It is advised to reach your testing center at least 30 minutes before the start of your exam to avoid last minute struggles. Reaching the testing center early will also help the test administrators at your test center arrange and finalize your AP exam accommodations, if applicable. There are specific rules and regulations set up by the College Board to ensure a smooth testing experience for all students. If you want to learn more about the Dos and Don'ts while at your AP test center or request special accommodations, you can find detailed info on our AP exam policies and accommodations page.

In conclusion, here are some FAQs to help you in a jiffy!

How often are AP exams offered?

AP exams are offered once a year, usually over a two-week period in May.

Are AP exams on the same day every year?

No, AP exams are not administered on the same day every year but are generally administered during the month of May.

Can you change your AP exam date?

Students cannot directly request an altered exam date. However, schools can allow students to request a date change to the alternate exam date set by the College Board. Reach out to your AP coordinator if your institution allows a change of dates.

What happens if you miss the AP exam?

If you fail to take the AP Exam on the date for which you were scheduled, you can talk to your AP coordinator about taking the exam at a later date.

What happens if you cannot take your AP exam on the late testing day?

AP exams are offered once every year in May. To make sure each student gets a fair chance to take the exam, the College Board also offers a late testing date for the same year. So, you get two chances to take an AP exam every year. However, if you can’t take your AP exam on the late testing date, you’ll have to wait to take that exam in the subsequent year. Additionally, a fee may be charged for an unused exam kit by the institution or the College Board if you fail to take your exam on the late testing date.

Is it possible to take an AP exam at a later date if you don’t feel ready?

Yes, it is possible to do this. As mentioned earlier, you can take your AP exam on a late testing date if you fail to sit for the standard date for that particular exam. If you opt for late testing, you will buy yourself a couple weeks of extra prep time. However, if you feel you are not ready and need more time to prepare, you can take the AP exam the following year.

What if you have two AP exams at the same time?

If you have two AP exams during the same scheduled date and time slot, you can take one of the exams on a late testing date offered by the College Board. Reach out to your AP coordinator, who will order a late testing exam on your behalf. This accommodation is offered free of additional cost.

Is it possible for me to delay one of my AP exam dates? If so, how?

Yes, it is possible to delay one or more of your AP exam dates by choosing to take your AP exam at a later date. Your AP coordinator will help you with the formal procedure for setting this up.