Deadline to Register: October 30, 2020
- AP® Exam General Information and Policies
- 2021 AP® Exam Calendar
- Test Day Regulations and Information
How do I register for the 2021 AP® Exams?
- To register for an AP® Exam students must complete TWO steps:
STEP 1:
Activate your AP® Exam on MyAP by joining your AP® Class with the Join Code from your teacher. Complete by the deadline
STEP 2:
Submit exam fees by the deadline.
- For more details on how to Join the AP® Class on MyAP (http://myap.collegeboard.org), please review The College Board How To Guide for Students (HERE).
- Join Codes are available from your AP® teacher and are AP® Class, teacher and period specific
- Payment can be submitted by clicking the Submit AP® Exam Fees link below and completing the online payment form. At the end of the form, you will be given the opportunity to select your payment method. APTS accepts payment online with debit/credit card (Mastercard/Visa) or by mailing in a check or money order. Note: A 3% credit/debit card processing fee in automatically included if selecting the online option. If choosing to mail in payment, there is no additional processing fee. Postmark deadline to mail in payment and ensure timely processing is October 26, 2020.
- The AP® Exam Registration window opens September 1, 2020 and closes on October 30, 2020 for exams corresponding to courses that COMMENCE in the Fall.
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- For exams corresponding to courses that COMMENCE in the Spring (Semester 2) registration will be open from January 25, 2021 through March 5, 2021 (AP® US Government students ONLY)
- It is possible and encouraged to pre-submit an exam payment in the Fall for Exams corresponding to your Spring Semester courses, however, you will not be able to complete the MyAP® Join Step on the College Board MyAP® website until your course officially begins.
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- Late registration for exams corresponding to fall course commencement will incur a $40 per exam late fee (between November 16 and March 5, 2021.) NO registrations or payment submissions are possible after March 5, 2021.
- An exam order will NOT be considered completed unless BOTH steps for registration have been completed. Any student who has not completed BOTH steps listed in Item 1 above by the applicable deadlines, will not have an exam ordered.
Tips for setting up your College Board Profile on MyAP®:
– Use an email address that you will have access to throughout high school AND university
– Make sure to enter your COMPLETE legal name to prevent issues with sending score reports to colleges and universities
– Enter your school Student ID number in the field provided on MyAP®. This will assist your school in accurate exam day attendance reporting
– Carefully select your school of enrollment: If students have to search for their school name, it’s possible there could be multiple search results of the same school name. The city and state is listed next to the school name; students can also search by zip code – The ALHS zip code is 94116. To ensure accurate score reporting, students need to select their correct school.
I can’t access my College Board Profile account. What do I do?
Try using the ‘Forget Password?’ link on http://myap.collegeboard.org OR email apstudents@info.collegeboard.org OR call 888-225-5427 for assistance.
Can I change when I take the exam?
Exam times are set by The College Board.
There is a late testing period from May 18-21, 2021. In order to qualify for late testing, a student must have an extenuating circumstance. Some reasons for late testing result in no additional fee, while others result in an additional $40 fee. If you have a conflict with any of the test dates, please contact your school AP Coordinator for approval. Click HERE for the College Board Late Testing Policy.
What are the acceptable reasons for switching an exam to an alternate date?
Having two exams at the same exact time, having a medical absence on the day of the regularly scheduled exam, a sibling’s college graduation ceremony requiring absence from school, a major school event that conflicts with an exam.
Is there financial aid available for the 2021 exams?
Yes. ALHS is committed to ensuring every student can take an AP® exam. If you believe that you are eligible for a fee reduction on your exam, please review the AP Exam Fee Reduction Application and Eligibility Criteria linked below. Students who qualify can submit the application to the ALHS AP Coordinator, Ms. Weil at weill@sfusd.edu
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- Eligible students will be provided a Fee Reduction Code to apply to the online payment form linked on this page and the code will reduce the exam fees.
- Code usage is verified by APTS.
- Students should submit the application for fee reduction no later than October 26 to ensure time for application review and registration for the October 30 registration deadline.
- 2020-2021 AP Exam Fee Reduction Eligibility Criteria
- 2020-2021 AP Exam Fee Reduction Application
- Approval will reduce the cost of the exam to $5 per exam.
What if I have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a 504 plan?
The College Board must approve any changes or modifications to the AP® exam administration. Students with a current IEP or 504 plan who wish to receive testing accommodations must contact their special education liaison (IEP) or guidance counselor (504) ASAP. The deadline to submit applications for accommodations is January 15, 2021.
What may I bring with me into the exam room?
Students MUST bring their current student ID, number two pencils (mechanical pencils have the ability to tear the answer sheet and are therefore not permitted), erasers, pens with black or blue ink, and a calculator (if needed – calculator must be a College Board approved calculator – click HERE for a list of approved calculators.)
What should I NOT bring into the exam room?
-Cell phone, smartwatch, iPad, or any other digital device. If you are found to be in possession of any of these items, even if turned off, you will be dismissed from the exam. If a device is used at any point during testing or the breaks, or is not used but makes sound, the College Board requires that the exam proctor take the device and gain access to it for inspection (this policy is outlined HERE).
-Back packs.
-Highlighters.
Can I bring a snack and drink?
Yes. They must be in a clear plastic bag. They will be stored in a designated area of the room. Students will not be able to keep their snack/beverage with them at their testing table.
What if I finish the exam early? Can I leave early?
Per College Board’s security regulations for exams, students may not leave the test until time is called and ALL examinees are excused together. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE. Please notify your team coach, employer, parent, etc. regarding the timing of the exam. Most exams take approximately 4 hours to complete.
This same policy applies to students testing with extended time. Students with extended time do not have to use all the extended time provided to them, but they must use the regular allotted exam time and cannot leave before the standard time has passed.
Where can I go for additional information regarding AP®exams?
Please view the College Board information site (click HERE) or speak with your AP® teacher.
Technical help or assistance needed with registration, please contact info@aptsusa.com or call 1-855-663-8348
