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Official 2026 AP dates Updated for May 4-15, 2026

2026 AP Exam Dates: Official Schedule, Times & Deadlines

Find the full 2026 AP exam schedule for May 4–15, including official exam dates, local start times, AP Precalculus, AP Psychology, AP CSP, AP Seminar, portfolio deadlines, and late-testing guidance.

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AP Precalculus Tue, May 12 · 8:00 AM
AP Psychology Tue, May 12 · 12:00 PM
AP Seminar Mon, May 11 · 12:00 PM
AP CSP Thu, May 14 · 12:00 PM

Quick Facts

  • Testing window: May 4-8 and May 11-15, 2026
  • Morning exams: Start between 8-9 a.m. local time
  • Afternoon exams: Start between 12-1 p.m. local time
  • Digital Portfolio deadline: April 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
  • AP Art & Design deadline: May 8, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET

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2026 AP Exam Calendar

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Week 1: May 4-8, 2026

Week 2: May 11-15, 2026

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Important Notes & Deadlines

Exam times Morning exams start between 8-9 a.m. local time. Afternoon exams start between 12-1 p.m. local time.
AP Art & Design Digital portfolio submission deadline: May 8, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET.
Performance tasks AP Seminar, AP Research, and AP CSP tasks are due April 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Exam-Day Logistics & Official Rules

  • Schools must begin the morning session between 8-9 a.m. and the afternoon session between 12-1 p.m. local time.
  • No early or unscheduled testing is allowed under any circumstances.
  • AP coordinators should order late-testing exams when students have overlapping exams or approved conflicts.

Key Portfolio & Performance Task Deadlines

April 30, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET) is the final deadline for:

  • AP Seminar and AP Research performance tasks
  • AP Computer Science Principles Create performance task

What if I need late testing?

If illness, religious observance, athletics, or an exam overlap prevents standard testing, ask your AP coordinator about the official late-testing schedule early. Alternate exams are used for security.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the AP Precalculus exam in 2026?

The AP Precalculus exam is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. local time.

When is the AP Psychology exam in 2026?

The AP Psychology exam is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. local time.

When is the AP Seminar exam in 2026?

The AP Seminar exam is scheduled for Monday, May 11, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. local time. Seminar performance tasks are due April 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

When is the AP Computer Science Principles exam in 2026?

The AP Computer Science Principles exam is scheduled for Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. local time. The Create task deadline is April 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

How early should I arrive for an AP exam?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before your start time so you can check in, confirm your room, and get seated without stress.

Can I take two AP exams scheduled at the same time?

No. If you have an official conflict, ask your AP coordinator to order late-testing for one of the exams.