Advanced Placement Test Information

Advanced Placement (AP) Exams
The AP Exams are a critical part of the Advanced Placement experience, providing students with the opportunity to earn college credit and advanced placement. Many colleges and universities recognize AP in the admission process. For more information, visit the CollegeBoard AP Page.
Exam Dates
Exams will be administered May 4 through May 15, 2026. Early or late testing is not permitted. No exceptions will be made.
Self-Study Opportunity
Highly motivated students at MTHS can participate in AP Self-Study to take exams for courses they are not currently enrolled in. Click here for more information.
Exam Cost and Registration
Cost: $99 + $5.95 service fee per exam
Deadline: Payment begins September 22, 2025, and ends October 17, 2025.
Students taking Advanced Placement (AP) exams will be required to pay for their respective test(s). Any student on free/reduced lunch should contact Mrs. Buffolino before submitting payment.
Payments can be made online using GOFAN, a quick and easy way to pay. Follow these steps to complete payment:
- Go to this link.
- Click “Buy Tickets” for the appropriate course.
- Click “Add to Cart.”
- At checkout, enter your child’s information under “Additional Information.”
- Complete the purchase
Please disregard the March dates shown on GoFan (they’re for internal use only). The official AP schedule is listed below.
Note: Students must pay for and be registered in AP Classroom to ensure an exam is ordered on their behalf.
2026 AP Exam Dates
The 2026 AP Exams will be administered in schools over two weeks in May: May 4–8 and May 11–15. For official details, see AP Students – College Board.
| Week 1 — Date | 8 a.m. Local Time | 12 p.m. Local Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, May 4, 2026 |
|
|
| Tue, May 5, 2026 |
|
|
| Wed, May 6, 2026 |
|
|
| Thu, May 7, 2026 |
|
|
| Fri, May 8, 2026 |
|
|
| Week 2 — Date | 8 a.m. Local Time | 12 p.m. Local Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, May 11, 2026 |
|
|
| Tue, May 12, 2026 |
|
|
| Wed, May 13, 2026 |
|
|
| Thu, May 14, 2026 |
|
|
| Fri, May 15, 2026 |
|
|
Times and subjects are subject to change by the College Board.
