AP® Exam Schedule 2027
The official 2027 AP exam schedule is out: exams run May 3–7 and May 10–14, with late testing May 17–21. Find every subject's date, session, and prep links here.
By Amanda DoAmaral · Updated Sep 1, 2026
College Board has released the official 2027 AP® Exam schedule. The 2027 AP Exams will be administered in schools over two weeks, May 3–7 and May 10–14, 2027, with late testing the week of May 17–21, 2027.
Session 1 exams begin at 8:00 AM local time and Session 2 exams begin at 12:00 PM local time for most schools. Three subjects join the schedule for the first time: AP Business with Personal Finance, AP Cybersecurity, and AP Networking, which is limited to 2026–27 pilot schools.
2027 AP Exam Schedule at a Glance
| Key Information | 2027 Details |
|---|---|
| Week 1 testing | May 3–7, 2027 |
| Week 2 testing | May 10–14, 2027 |
| Late-testing window | May 17–21, 2027 |
| Session 1 exams | Begin 8:00 AM local time for most schools |
| Session 2 exams | Begin 12:00 PM local time for most schools |
| AP Art and Design portfolio deadline | May 7, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) |
| AP Seminar, AP Research, and AP Computer Science Principles deadlines | April 30, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) |
| AP World Languages PPR deadline | April 30, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) |
| Score release | Not yet announced; usually early July |
Start times change in some locations for 2027. College Board renamed the timeslots Session 1 and Session 2 and moved start times in some regions so that students in earlier time zones cannot pass exam content to students who test later. Schools in the lower 48 states, Hawaii, and Washington, D.C. still begin at 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM local time. Schools elsewhere should confirm exact times on College Board's start-times page.
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Week 1: May 3–7, 2027
| Date | Session 1 (8:00 AM) | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, May 3, 2027 | AP Human Geography, AP Physics C: Mechanics | AP Biology, AP Italian Language and Culture |
| Tuesday, May 4, 2027 | AP Business with Personal Finance, AP United States Government and Politics | AP European History, AP Microeconomics |
| Wednesday, May 5, 2027 | AP Cybersecurity, AP English Literature and Composition | AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism |
| Thursday, May 6, 2027 | AP French Language and Culture, AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based, AP World History: Modern | AP African American Studies, AP Chemistry |
| Friday, May 7, 2027 | AP German Language and Culture, AP United States History | AP Macroeconomics, AP Networking (2026–27 pilot schools only) |
Week 2: May 10–14, 2027
| Date | Session 1 (8:00 AM) | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, May 10, 2027 | AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC | AP Music Theory, AP Seminar |
| Tuesday, May 11, 2027 | AP Japanese Language and Culture, AP Precalculus | AP Statistics |
| Wednesday, May 12, 2027 | AP English Language and Composition | AP Art History, AP Computer Science A |
| Thursday, May 13, 2027 | AP Spanish Language and Culture | AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Environmental Science |
| Friday, May 14, 2027 | AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Spanish Literature and Culture | AP Latin, AP Psychology |
Your AP Coordinator will tell you when and where to report. Schools cannot give an exam early or at a time other than the one College Board has scheduled.
2027 AP Exam Dates by Subject
This table lists every subject with its official 2027 date and session (alphabetical, with the portfolios first). AP Art and Design (2-D, 3-D, and Drawing) and AP Research have no timed exam; their work is submitted through the AP Digital Portfolio.
| AP Subject | 2027 Exam Date | Session |
|---|---|---|
| AP 2-D Art and Design | Portfolio due May 7, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | No timed session |
| AP 3-D Art and Design | Portfolio due May 7, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | No timed session |
| AP Drawing | Portfolio due May 7, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | No timed session |
| AP African American Studies | Thursday, May 6, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Art History | Wednesday, May 12, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Biology | Monday, May 3, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Business with Personal Finance | Tuesday, May 4, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Calculus AB | Monday, May 10, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Calculus BC | Monday, May 10, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Chemistry | Thursday, May 6, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Chinese Language and Culture | Thursday, May 13, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Comparative Government and Politics | Friday, May 14, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Computer Science A | Wednesday, May 12, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Computer Science Principles | Friday, May 14, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Cybersecurity | Wednesday, May 5, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP English Language and Composition | Wednesday, May 12, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP English Literature and Composition | Wednesday, May 5, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Environmental Science | Thursday, May 13, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP European History | Tuesday, May 4, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP French Language and Culture | Thursday, May 6, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP German Language and Culture | Friday, May 7, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Human Geography | Monday, May 3, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Italian Language and Culture | Monday, May 3, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Japanese Language and Culture | Tuesday, May 11, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Latin | Friday, May 14, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Macroeconomics | Friday, May 7, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Microeconomics | Tuesday, May 4, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Music Theory | Monday, May 10, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Networking (2026–27 pilot schools only) | Friday, May 7, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based | Wednesday, May 5, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based | Thursday, May 6, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | Wednesday, May 5, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Physics C: Mechanics | Monday, May 3, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Precalculus | Tuesday, May 11, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Psychology | Friday, May 14, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Research | Performance task due April 30, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | No timed session |
| AP Seminar | Monday, May 10, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP Spanish Language and Culture | Thursday, May 13, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Spanish Literature and Culture | Friday, May 14, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP Statistics | Tuesday, May 11, 2027 | Session 2 (12:00 PM) |
| AP United States Government and Politics | Tuesday, May 4, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP United States History | Friday, May 7, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
| AP World History: Modern | Thursday, May 6, 2027 | Session 1 (8:00 AM) |
AP Prep Links by Subject
Review in the order your exams fall. Each of these subjects has study guides, practice, FRQs, and a score calculator on Fiveable.
| Subject | 2027 Date | Review | Practice | FRQs | Score Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AP Biology | May 3 | Study guides | Practice | FRQs | Calculator |
| AP United States History | May 7 | Study guides | Practice | FRQs | Calculator |
| AP World History: Modern | May 6 | Study guides | Practice | FRQs | Calculator |
| AP English Language and Composition | May 12 | Study guides | Practice | FRQs | Calculator |
| AP United States Government and Politics | May 4 | Study guides | Practice | FRQs | Calculator |
Most other subjects on the schedule have the same set of pages. Start from these indexes:
Digital Portfolio and Performance Task Deadlines
Several AP courses require work to be submitted through the AP Digital Portfolio before exam season. These are the official 2027 deadlines:
| Course | 2027 Deadline | What Is Due |
|---|---|---|
| AP Art and Design (2-D, 3-D, Drawing) | May 7, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | All 3 portfolio components submitted as final |
| AP Computer Science Principles | April 30, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | Create performance task components submitted as final |
| AP Seminar | April 30, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | Performance tasks submitted as final |
| AP Research | April 30, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | Performance tasks submitted as final |
| AP World Languages and Cultures (new for 2027) | April 30, 2027 (11:59 PM ET) | Personalized Project Reference (PPR) submitted as final |
Teachers often set earlier classroom deadlines than College Board. Follow your teacher's deadline first so you have time to fix upload or submission issues.
New AP Career Kickstart Exams in 2027
May 2027 is the first administration of the AP Career Kickstart exams:
- AP Business with Personal Finance: Tuesday, May 4, 2027, Session 1. Students also validate their year-long Business Canvas Project during the exam, and a qualifying score plus the completed project earns the AP Business with Personal Finance credential.
- AP Cybersecurity: Wednesday, May 5, 2027, Session 1. A qualifying score earns the AP Cybersecurity credential, which College Board aligns with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
- AP Networking: Friday, May 7, 2027, Session 2, available to 2026–27 pilot schools only ahead of a planned full launch in 2027–28.
AP Career Kickstart is a course category, not a separate exam. Students in these courses should confirm project and credential requirements with their teacher and AP Coordinator.
How AP Exam Timing Works in 2027
Each exam day is split into two sessions. Session 1 and Session 2 replace the old morning and afternoon labels.
| Administration | Start Time (Most Schools) | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 8:00 AM local time | Schools usually ask students to arrive earlier for check-in |
| Session 2 | 12:00 PM local time | Students may need to bring lunch or plan around a shorter break |
Your school may ask you to arrive 45–60 minutes before the listed start time so proctors can check IDs, seat students, and read instructions.
Late Testing and Exam Conflicts
Late testing runs May 17–21, 2027. It is available if you cannot test during the first two weeks of May or if two of your exams are scheduled for the same time. It does not cover students who simply want more study time.
You may need to talk to your AP Coordinator if:
- Two AP Exams are scheduled at the same time. AP Biology and AP Italian are both in Session 2 on May 3, and AP Latin and AP Psychology share Session 2 on May 14.
- You have three or more AP Exams on one day.
- A serious medical, family, weather, or school event affects your exam.
- Your school tells you a subject will be administered during late testing.
Now that the calendar is official, compare the dates for every subject you plan to take. If anything overlaps, contact your AP Coordinator right away and ask for written confirmation of your testing plan.
Exam Day Checklist
What to Bring
Pack these the night before:
- No. 2 pencils
- Pens with black or dark blue ink
- Approved calculator if your exam allows one
- A fully charged device with Bluebook installed if your exam is digital or hybrid and your school tells you to bring your own
- Photo ID if your school requires it
- Your school code if your AP Coordinator asks you to bring it
- A watch that is not a smartwatch
- Water and a snack for breaks, if allowed by your school
What Not to Bring
Leave these at home or in your locker:
- Phones
- Smartwatches
- Notes or textbooks
- Unapproved calculators
- Scratch paper unless your proctor provides it
- Food or drinks inside the testing room unless approved
Check College Board's calculator policy and your school's rules before exam day. Most AP Exams are now digital or hybrid in Bluebook, and AP Statistics is fully digital for the first time in 2027. Your school decides whether you test on a school device or your own.
How Long Are AP Exams?
Exact exam lengths vary by subject, but most AP Exams take about two to three hours. World language exams with listening and speaking components can run longer, and the Art and Design portfolios have no timed exam at all. College Board publishes the section-by-section format and timing for each course on that course's exam page, so check yours before you plan your morning.
Your proctor will manage the clock. Know your room, arrive early, and bring the right materials.
AP Score Release
College Board has not announced the exact 2027 AP score release date yet. AP scores usually become available in early July after the May exam administration.
| Event | Current Status |
|---|---|
| 2027 score release date | Not yet announced; usually early July |
| Where to check scores | myap.collegeboard.org |
| Login needed | College Board username and password |
Make sure you know your College Board login before score release week. The same account is used for AP Classroom and AP scores.
Your Exam Prep Resources
Your prep plan depends on which courses you are taking and where your exams fall on the schedule. Fiveable covers all 42 AP subjects with:
- Study guides for every AP subject
- Practice questions by course and unit
- Cheatsheets for fast review
- AP score calculators to estimate readiness
FRQ practice with AI grading is available in 37 of those subjects.
With the 2027 dates set, start your review with your earliest exam in the first week of May.
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Frequently Asked Questions About AP Exam Dates
When are AP exams in 2027?
The 2027 AP exams are administered over two weeks in May: May 3-7 and May 10-14, 2027. Late testing runs May 17-21, 2027. Every subject has one fixed date and session, published by College Board.
What time do AP exams start in 2027?
For most schools, Session 1 exams begin at 8:00 a.m. and Session 2 exams begin at 12:00 p.m. local time. That covers every school in the lower 48 states, Hawaii, and Washington, D.C. Starting in 2027, some other locations have different start times so students in one time zone can't see the questions before students in another sit down. If you test outside those areas, confirm your exact times with your AP Coordinator.
When are the new AP Business with Personal Finance and AP Cybersecurity exams?
The first AP Business with Personal Finance exam is Tuesday, May 4, 2027, in Session 1, and the first AP Cybersecurity exam is Wednesday, May 5, 2027, in Session 1. AP Networking is in a 2026-27 course pilot, and College Board lists its first exam for May 2028, so it is not on the 2027 exam schedule.
Will there be late testing for 2027 AP exams?
Yes. The 2027 late-testing window is May 17-21, 2027. Late testing is for students who cannot test during the first two weeks of May or who have two exams scheduled at the same time. AP Coordinators order late-testing exams.
What if I have two AP exams at the same time?
If two of your exams share a session, like AP Latin and AP Psychology in Session 2 on May 14, 2027, talk to your AP Coordinator as soon as possible. AP Coordinators handle conflict testing and can move one exam to the May 17-21 late-testing window.
When are AP digital portfolio deadlines in 2027?
AP Art and Design portfolios are due May 7, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. ET. AP Computer Science Principles Create performance tasks, AP Seminar and AP Research performance tasks, and the new AP World Languages Personalized Project Reference (PPR) are all due April 30, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Teachers often set earlier classroom deadlines, so go by what your teacher tells you.
When do 2027 AP scores come out?
AP scores are usually released in early July after the May exam administration. College Board has not announced the exact 2027 score release date yet. Scores are posted at myap.collegeboard.org.
How should I plan my study schedule around the 2027 dates?
Order your review by exam date. Start with subjects tested in the first week of May, like AP Human Geography, AP Biology, and AP U.S. Government on May 3-4, then work toward second-week exams like AP Calculus, AP English Language, and AP Psychology. Check for same-session conflicts now, while there is still time to fix them.