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Complete AP Guide

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About AP

What are AP Exams?

Advanced Placement (AP) exams offer college-level assessment across 40+ subjects, allowing high schoolers to earn credit, placement, and academic rigor recognition.

College-Level Rigor

AP courses and exams are designed to match the academic challenges of introductory college courses.

Standardized Assessment

Annual exams held in May with consistent scoring standards administered by College Board.

Credit & Placement

High scores can earn college credit, advanced placement, or both at participating universities.

Open Access

Available to all motivated high school students, regardless of whether they take AP courses.

Global Acceptance

Why Choose AP?

AP scores are valued by universities across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and beyond—helping you stand out and save time and tuition.

Stand Out

Demonstrate academic excellence to admissions officers

Save Time

Graduate early or have more flexibility in course selection

Save Money

Reduce tuition costs by earning college credit in high school

Global Recognition

Accepted by thousands of universities worldwide

40+

AP Subjects Available

3 Hours

Typical Exam Duration

May

Annual Testing Period

Eligibility

Who Can Take AP Exams?

Any student—even homeschooled or not taking an AP course—can register for AP exams through authorized schools or testing centers.

High School Students

Students enrolled in any high school program

Homeschooled Students

Students following homeschool curricula

Independent Learners

Students not taking formal AP courses

Registration Requirements

No prerequisite courses required

Available to students worldwide

Flexible scheduling options available

SCORE Guide

AP Scoring & Format

AP exams are scored 1–5. Scores of 3 or higher often earn college credit, though policies vary by institution.

Duration

Most AP exams are 3 hours long, though some vary (2-4 hours)

Two Sections

Multiple-choice questions and free-response (essay/problem-solving)

Standardized

Same exam format worldwide, administered simultaneously in May

Subject-Specific

Each exam tests college-level knowledge in its specific subject area

Section 1

Multiple Choice

45-80 questions • 45-90 minutes

Section 2

Free Response

2-7 questions • 90-130 minutes

TEST Costing

Fees & When to Take AP Exams

AP fees are $99 (US) / $129 (international). Exams run in early May with late-testing windows, and fee reductions are available for eligible students.

Exam Fees

USA

$99

International

$129

Fee Reduction Eligibility

Students with financial need
Students on free/reduced lunch
Low-income family eligibility
Up to $32 reduction available

Test Schedule

Early May

Regular testing window

Late May

Late testing window

why us

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Tailored Study Plans by Subject

Customized preparation strategies for each AP exam based on your strengths and areas for improvement.

Timed Practice &

Feedback

Realistic exam conditions with detailed feedback and performance analytics to track your progress.

Personal Counselor

Support

One-on-one guidance from expert counselors who understand the AP system and college admissions.

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