Take AP exams

Overview

If you're enrolled in AP courses, exams are typically in the first two weeks of May. You've got this!

Before the Exam

The Week Before

• Review key concepts and terms
• Take practice tests under timed conditions
• Focus on your weakest areas
• Get good sleep every night

The Night Before

• Light review only — no cramming!
• Prepare everything you need
• Get 8+ hours of sleep
• Eat a good dinner

Day of the Exam

• Eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive 15-20 minutes early
• Bring ID, pencils, pens, calculator (if allowed)
• Stay calm and confident

During the Exam

Multiple Choice

• Pace yourself
• Skip and return to hard questions
• Guess if unsure (no penalty!)
• Trust your preparation

Free Response

• Read prompts carefully
• Outline before writing
• Address all parts of the question
• Manage your time across questions

After the Exam

• Don't obsess about how you did
• Celebrate completing it!
• Focus on remaining exams
• Scores come in early July

Score Expectations

• 3 = Passing, may earn college credit
• 4 = Well qualified, credit at most colleges
• 5 = Extremely well qualified, credit nearly everywhere

Encouraging Reminder

You've learned this material all year. Trust yourself!