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AP Advanced Placement Exams

Advanced Placement (AP)
High school students across the country and around the world take AP courses and exams to challenge themselves, explore their interests, and earn college credit and placement. AP gives students a taste of college-level work while developing the academic skills needed for college success. Many students' AP exam scores allow them to earn college credit before they ever step on campus, and many are able to skip introductory college courses. "AP" on a high school transcript shows colleges that a student has tackled college-level work. 

Students who are enrolled in Advanced Placement courses have the opportunity each May to take the Advanced Placement exam offered for the course. The main reason to take an AP exam is to demonstrate mastery of rigorous college-level material. And, by scoring a passing grade on an AP exam (3 or above), you can earn college credit and/or placement at the majority of colleges and universities in the US. 

AP CREDIT POLICY: To research the AP Credit/Placement Policy for nearly any college in the country, visit www.collegeboard.com/ap/creditpolicy​​

*Precalculus is not offered as an AP course in Rockwood, but students have the option to take the AP Precalculus exam. Read here for more information about Precalculus and AP.

AP Exam Registration Info (Fall 2025): 


REGISTRATION & FEES: Registration and payment for AP Exams will be open October 1 - November 4, 2025. Please see the instructions below for how to register and pay online for AP Exams. The fee for each exam is $110. 


LATE REGISTRATION & FEES: For students who do not register by November 4th, registration will remain open with a $40 College Board nonrefundable late fee per exam. Late registration will close on March 6, 2026 and no exams can be added after this date. 


FEE WAIVER FOR FREE/REDUCED MEALS: Students who receive Free/Reduced meals at school are eligible for a full waiver and will be charged $0 for AP exams. The online exam registration is still required so the correct exam is ordered. There will be an option to indicate Free/Reduced meals status instead of payment, and it will be verified by a school official. Click HERE to Apply for Free/Reduced Meals if you think you may qualify and need to apply for the current school year. 
*If you do not qualify for Free/Reduced meals, but are experiencing a financial hardship and need assistance to meet your AP Exam fees, contact kottmannjennifer@rsdmo.org no later than October 27, 2025.


ACCOMMODATIONS: If you have an IEP or 504 plan and wish to apply for testing accommodations, complete this Consent Form and return it (or send an email stating you wish for the school to apply for testing accommodations) to kottmannjennifer@rsdmo.org by November 4, 2025. This needs to be done only once in high school for all AP exams. An IEP or 504 plan does not automatically guarantee testing accommodations for AP exams. All testing accommodations must be approved by College Board. 

Instructions for registering and paying for AP Exams

It is critical to follow all instructions, submit payment (or waiver) by the deadlines below. An exam cannot be ordered for students who do not fully complete the steps below for ordering and paying for their exams. 

Regular Registration window: Oct 1 - Nov 4, 2025

LATE Registration window (additional $40 late fee per exam): Nov 5, 2025 - Mar 6, 2026

NO REGISTRATIONS CAN BE ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 6, 2026

STEP ONE: REGISTER AND PAY FOR YOUR AP EXAMS AT WWW.TOTALREGISTRATION.NET/AP/263197 

  • Create a TR account OR login to existing TR account if you have previously taken an AP exam or the PSAT at RSHS
  • Complete all information accurately
  • AP Government, AP Economics and AP Advanced Physics C have TWO exams. Most students take both exams, but some choose to only take one. Please register and pay for both exams if you want to take them both. 
  • Pay online with debit or credit card
  • Even if you qualify for a fee waiver you must complete the online registration process and indicate "Fee Waiver" instead of payment to ensure the proper exam(s) is ordered

STEP TWO:  (IF NOT DONE IN CLASS) JOIN YOUR AP CLASS ONLINE AT MYAP.COLLEGEBOARD.ORG

  • Click here for Instructions to Join AP Class *Most students joined their AP class(es) the first week of school in class with their AP Teacher
  • AN AP EXAM CANNOT BE ORDERED FOR YOU IF YOU HAVE NOT JOINED YOUR AP COURSE ONLINE
  • Keep your account login information for future reference 

 AP EXAM INFORMATION FOR TEST DAY

May 2026 AP Exam Schedule
Exam Date Time
Biology Mon 5/4 8:00 A.M.
European History Mon 5/4 12:00 P.M.
Microeconomics Mon 5/4 12:00 P.M.
Chemistry Tue 5/5 8:00 A.M.
Human Geography Tue 5/5 8:00 A.M.
U.S. Government & Politics Tue 5/5 12:00 P.M.
English Literature & Composition Wed 5/6 8:00 A.M.
Comparative Government & Politics Wed 5/6 12:00 P.M.
Physics 1 Wed 5/6 12:00 P.M.
Physics 2 Thu 5/7 8:00 A.M.
World History Thu 5/7 8:00 A.M.
Statistics Thu 5/7 12:00 P.M.
U.S. History Fri 5/8 8:00 A.M.
Macroeconomics Fri 5/8 12:00 P.M.
Art Portfolios due (2-D, 3-D, Drawing) Fri 5/8 12:00 P.M.
Calculus AB Mon 5/11 8:00 A.M.
Calculus BC Mon 5/11 8:00 A.M.
Precalculus Tue 5/12 8:00 A.M.
French Tue 5/12 8:00 A.M.
Psychology Tue 5/12 12:00 P.M.
English Language & Composition Wed 5/13 8:00 A.M.
Physics C: Mechanics Wed 5/13 12:00 P.M.
Art History Thu 5/14 8:00 A.M.
Spanish Thu 5/14 8:00 A.M.
Physics C: Electricty & Magnetism Thu 5/14 12:00 P.M.
Environmental Science Fri 5/15 8:00 A.M.
Computer Science A Fri 5/15         12:00 P.M.   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

**Students Testing with Accommodations** Students who have been approved by CollegeBoard to test with accommodations will receive a separate email prior to exam day that outlines alternate test timing, locations, and other pertinent information. The information below is for ALL students - anything different for accommodations testing will be noted in the separate email. 

ALL AP STUDENTS - DIGITAL TESTING INFORMATION

Most AP exams will be offered only as digital or hybrid-digital exams. This 11-minute video explains the format and what to expect when using the Bluebook app to test. The app and platform work very well, as long as each student comes prepared for digital testing. 

Bluebook has been added to all students’ Chromebooks (students do NOT need to download Bluebook themselves). Bluebook requires wi-fi for students to begin and submit the exam. However, if the internet disconnects during testing, students will still be able to progress through the exam without disruption. Students’ answers are encrypted and saved on the device’s hard drive. In case of a widespread internet outage for an extended period or another unforeseen issue that prevents automatic answer submission at the end of the exam, proctors will provide students with instructions on how to submit their saved encrypted responses when they find an internet connection (up until 4 days after the exam).

*Students taking the French, Spanish, or Music Theory will take a paper/pencil test, and will use the DAC app to record their audio submissions. Only the students who are registered for these exams will have the DAC app on their Chromebooks. 

ALL AP STUDENTS - BE PREPARED ON TEST DAY:

  1. Review your testing schedule - know the date, student arrival time, and room location
  2. Memorize your College Board account password (the school does not have access to student account information, contact AP Student Services at 1-888-225-5427 prior to test day if you are unable to recover your forgotten username or password)
  3. Launch the Bluebook app (from the kiosk/waffle) and ‘Test My Device’
  4. Students taking French, Spanish or Music Theory exams - Launch the DAC app (from the kiosk/waffle) to be sure you have the app and it opens
  5. (if needed) Submit a work order in the library if your RSD Chromebook has ANY problems that may interfere with testing such as it will not hold a charge for at least 4 hours, has stuck keys, etc. 

Contact Mr. Schaeg schaegrobert@rsdmo.org if you are missing the Bluebook (and/or DAC) app, or submit a work order for all other Chromebook problems no later than April 24th to allow time to resolve any issues. 

If you show up on test day unprepared (Chromebook not charged/working, do not have the test app, or do not know your login information) you will not be testing. If you oversleep, forget, arrive late or at the wrong date/time or to the wrong place, you will not be testing. The fee for ordering a late exam due to ANY of these issues is $110 per exam. 

ALL AP STUDENTS - WHAT TO EXPECT ON TEST DAY:

Arrival Times

  • Students need to arrive at testing location 20 minutes prior to exam’s start time for check-in, seating, and completing pre-test information sections
    • Morning exams: arrive at 7:40 a.m.
    • Afternoon exams: arrive at 11:40 a.m. or noted time
  • Exams will promptly begin at scheduled start times
  • Students with two exams on the same day will have time to eat lunch before the second exam begins (bringing a lunch is highly recommended in this situation)
  • Students who arrive late run the risk of not being admitted into the testing room and unable to take the exam

Attendance

  • You will be excused from classes during the time you are taking an AP exam, however you are expected to be in attendance in your classes before you leave to take a test or when you return from taking an exam. You will be excused to allow time before or after your exam to eat lunch.

Dismissal

  • Exams scheduled to begin at noon may not conclude by afternoon dismissal time. Students taking an exam will be dismissed once the exam ends and all testing materials have been collected and counted, which could be anytime between 3:17 - 4:30 p.m.
  • Per CollegeBoard policy, individual students may not be dismissed from the exam, even if they finish early. Most exams last approximately 4 hours. 

Bring the following items to the exam

  • RSD Chromebook, fully charged, fully functioning (we cannot guarantee a spare device or seat near an outlet/charger for all students so please be prepared)
  • CollegeBoard password memorized (or written down if needed)
  • A PHOTO ID (school ID, driver’s license, passport, or screenshot from Infinite Campus summary page with picture)
  • Several sharpened #2 pencils (with erasers) for all multiple-choice answer sheets (no mechanical pencils)
  • Pens with blue or black ink 
  • A watch that does not beep or makes noise (to keep track of remaining time)
  • An approved calculator if taking for Science or Math exams - see the AP Exam Calculator Policy  
    • 4-function calculators will be provided for the Economics exams for students who do not bring their own
  • A ruler or straightedge, if you are taking an AP Physics exam 
    • Rulers will be provided in exam room for students who do no bring their own
  • Dress in layers. The room temperature varies by location and personal comfort. Bring a jacket or sweatshirt.
  • A snack and drink - to be consumed outside the test room during the break ONLY

Items NOT to bring to the exam

  • Cell phones, smart watches/devices, earbuds (including wireless) or other personal electronic devices. Cell phones and smart watches/devices must be turned over to proctor(s) when brought to the testing room. (This is College Board’s requirement)
  • Books, compasses, correction fluid, dictionaries, highlighters or notes
  • Rulers or straightedges (except as noted above)
  • Scratch paper (scratch paper will be provided, and notes can be made on portions of the exam booklets)
  • Watches that beep or have an alarm
  • Ear plugs
  • Clothing with subject-related information

Seniors with AP Exams after Graduation

  • Keep your Chromebook until you have completed your AP exam(s). Return your Chromebook to Senior Office. 
  • You may return to campus during the week of May 11th to take your scheduled exams. 
  • If you have an exam that conflicts with graduation activities, please email Ms. Kottmann and Dr. Mignerone to discuss the situation and schedule a late exam if needed (at no extra cost). 

AP Terms and Conditions

  • It’s important for students and parents to understand the College Board’s rules and policies related to taking AP Exams. These terms and conditions are outlined HERE. Students will be asked to verify they have read and understand the terms prior to testing. 
  • When taking an AP exam, students are agreeing to follow rules and policies set forth by College Board
  • Please follow the directions of your exam proctor(s) at all times. Failure to do so can result in dismissal and cancellation of your exam score. 

Preparing for AP Exams 

  • Bluebook Test Previews and Practice Tests ← Practice using the testing app here by logging into Bluebook
  • Your AP Teacher will thoroughly review content and exam format with students prior to exam day through AP Classroom at myap.collegeboard.org and/or a variety of resources.
  • AP Classroom & Videos resources are available to help you review and prepare for exams youtube.com/advancedplacement 

AP Exams with Listening and Recording: Spanish, French, Music Theory

  • The listening portion of your exam will be played through a CD player to the entire room
  • The recording part of your exam will be administered by playing audio prompts to the entire room through a CD player, while using the DAC Audio App to record yourself on your Chromebook. You will use your personal RSD Chromebook and it will have this app installed.  
  • You will practice recording and trouble-shooting with the DAC audio app in-class with your AP teacher prior to test day. As a backup for any unanticipated technology issues with the app, handheld digital recorders may be used instead. 

AP Courses with Portfolio Submission (AP Art 2-D, 3-D, Drawing)

  • There is no “exam” for these courses
  • Please submit your digital work by May 8th by 10:00 a.m. This will give your AP Teacher time to approve and send on, and then the AP Coordinator will approve and make the final submission by the deadline of 7 p.m. 
  • AP Art Portfolio Information 

AP Scores  

  • AP Scores are not mailed home or distributed at school. You will access your scores online (in early July) through your myap.collegeboard.org account.
  • You may also send your AP score report to a college through your account. A fee may apply. AP Score Report Sending Info
    • OPTIONAL: AP offers students the option to send a copy of their AP Score Report (shows all AP exams taken in HS) to 1 college of their choice, free of charge. To make this request, visit apscore.org by June 20th. This is NOT required if you have not yet chosen the college you plan to attend. 
  • If you are unable to access your AP Score account, and can't recover your username/password through the links on the site, you must contact AP Student Services at 1-888-225-5427 for assistance. 

**Canceling an AP Exam**

  • A student may cancel their AP exam up until the test date
  • To make a cancellation request, login to www.totalregistration.net and select the exam(s) you wish to cancel
  • You will receive a partial refund. CollegeBoard charges a $40 cancellation fee per exam.