AP schedule
2026 AP Exam Schedule
The regular 2026 AP Exams are scheduled for May 4-8 and May 11-15, 2026. Use this subject-by-subject table as a planning aid, then confirm your room, local start time, and late-testing rules with your school.
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2026 AP exam schedule by date
| Date | Morning 8 a.m. local time | Afternoon 12 p.m. local time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, May 4, 2026 | Biology; Latin | European History; Microeconomics |
| Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | Chemistry; Human Geography | United States Government and Politics |
| Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | English Literature and Composition | Comparative Government and Politics; Physics 1: Algebra-Based |
| Thursday, May 7, 2026 | Physics 2: Algebra-Based; World History: Modern | African American Studies; Statistics |
| Friday, May 8, 2026 | Italian Language and Culture; United States History | Chinese Language and Culture; Macroeconomics |
| Monday, May 11, 2026 | Calculus AB; Calculus BC | Music Theory; Seminar |
| Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | French Language and Culture; Precalculus | Japanese Language and Culture; Psychology |
| Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | English Language and Composition; German Language and Culture | Physics C: Mechanics; Spanish Literature and Culture |
| Thursday, May 14, 2026 | Art History; Spanish Language and Culture | Computer Science Principles; Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism |
| Friday, May 15, 2026 | Environmental Science | Computer Science A |
Important AP timing notes
| Item | Date or time | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Morning exams | 8:00-9:00 a.m. local start window | Arrive early enough for school check-in and seating. |
| Afternoon exams | 12:00-1:00 p.m. local start window | Eat beforehand and bring approved materials. |
| AP Seminar and AP Computer Science Principles deadline | April 30, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET | Students submit final performance tasks in the AP Digital Portfolio. |
| AP Art and Design portfolio deadline | May 8, 2026, 8 p.m. ET | Students submit final portfolio components in the AP Digital Portfolio. |
| Late testing | May 18-22, 2026 | Available only through approved school arrangements. |
How to use this schedule
Use this page as a planning overview, then confirm the exact subject-by-subject schedule with your school or the official AP exam calendar.
Avoid schedule mistakes
Students taking multiple AP exams should check for same-day exams, transportation timing, lunch plans, calculator rules, and any school-specific check-in instructions.
If two exams feel too close together
Back-to-back exam days can be tiring even when they do not conflict. Write down travel, meals, sleep, calculator charging, and review time for each exam instead of treating the week as one long study block.
Late testing is not a backup plan for convenience
Late testing is handled through schools and approved situations. If you think you need late testing, contact your AP coordinator early and use official school instructions.
FAQ
Is this the official AP exam calendar?
No. This is an unofficial planning page that summarizes key windows. Use College Board and your school for official details.
Can my school change my start time?
Schools manage local logistics, rooms, and check-in procedures. Confirm exact arrival instructions with your AP coordinator.
What if I miss an AP exam?
Ask your AP coordinator immediately. Late testing depends on approved reasons and school arrangements.