Today is Day 1. AP Exam Week 1 officially kicks off this morning — and if you haven’t double-checked your schedule, your room assignment, and what’s in your bag, stop everything and read this first.
AP exams start at 8 AM (local time). Arrive at least 15–20 minutes early. Latecomers may be denied entry.
This guide covers everything you need to walk in confident — AP exam schedule week 1 May 2026 daily timetable, allowed items, digital exam rules, and more.
Week 1 Full Daily Schedule — May 4–8, 2026
Here’s every exam happening this week, broken down day by day.
Check your subject. Know your time. No surprises.
Monday · May 4 (Day 1 — Today)
8 AM
- AP Chemistry (Paper)
- AP Psychology (Digital)
12 PM
- AP Computer Science A (Paper)
- AP Computer Science Principles (Digital)
Tuesday · May 5 (Day 2)
8 AM
- AP English Literature & Composition (Paper)
- AP Japanese Language & Culture (Paper)
12 PM
- AP European History (Paper)
- AP Physics C: Mechanics (Paper)
- AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism (Paper)
Wednesday · May 6 (Day 3)
8 AM
- AP Calculus AB (Paper)
- AP Calculus BC (Paper)
12 PM
- AP Government & Politics: US (Digital)
- AP Government & Politics: Comparative (Digital)
Thursday · May 7 (Day 4)
8 AM
- AP English Language & Composition (Paper)
- AP Chinese Language & Culture (Paper)
12 PM
- AP Environmental Science (Paper)
- AP Statistics (Paper)
Friday · May 8 (Day 5 — End of Week 1)
8 AM
- AP Human Geography (Digital)
- AP Spanish Literature & Culture (Paper)
12 PM
- AP Macroeconomics (Digital)
- AP Microeconomics (Digital)
Week 2 Quick Preview — May 11–15, 2026
Already thinking ahead? Here’s what’s coming next so you can plan your revision now.
Monday · May 11
- AP Biology
- AP Music Theory
Tuesday · May 12
- AP Physics 1
- AP World History
Wednesday · May 13
- AP US History
- AP Physics 2
Thursday · May 14
- AP French Language
- AP Art History
Friday · May 15
- AP Spanish Language
- AP Latin
- AP Italian Language
👉 Always verify your exam date on the College Board website.
What to Bring (and What Can Get You Disqualified)
Don’t let a small mistake cost you your score. Follow this strictly.
✅ Bring These
- School-issued or government photo ID
- AP exam admission ticket (print or screenshot)
- No. 2 pencils (NO mechanical pencils for paper exams)
- Black or blue pens
- Approved calculator (for specific subjects)
- Laptop/tablet (for digital exams — Bluebook installed)
- Clear water bottle (no labels)
- Snack (for break — outside exam room only)
- Analog wristwatch (no smartwatch)
❌ Do NOT Bring (Disqualification Risk)
- Smartphone (even switched off)
- Smartwatch / Apple Watch / Fitbit
- Earbuds or headphones
- Notes or scratch paper from home
- Mechanical pencils (for paper exams)
- Unapproved calculators
- Colored pens/highlighters
Digital vs Paper Exams — Bluebook Rules Explained
Not sure if your exam is digital or paper? This is critical.
Digital Exams (Bluebook App)
Subjects include:
- AP Psychology
- AP CSP
- AP Government
- AP Human Geography
- AP Macroeconomics / Microeconomics
Important Rules:
- Install Bluebook BEFORE exam day
- Bring a fully charged device + charger
- No internet needed during exam
- Built-in tools provided (scratch + notes)
👉 Test your device today.
Paper Exams
Subjects include:
- Calculus, Chemistry, English, History
- Physics, Statistics, Languages
Rules:
- Use No. 2 pencil (MCQ) + pen (FRQ)
- No devices allowed
- Calculators only where permitted
- Write clearly — examiners read your handwriting
Digital Exam Checklist –
- Open Bluebook
- Click “Practice”
- Confirm your exam is visible
- Charge your device
- Set your alarm
👉 A dead laptop is NOT a valid excuse.
Exam Conflicts — What to Do If Two Exams Clash
If two exams are scheduled at the same time:
- Contact your AP Coordinator immediately
- One exam may be moved to a makeup slot
- Do NOT leave one exam early
- Act fast — deadlines may apply
- Keep all emails and proof
Late Testing Window — May 18–22, 2026
Missed your exam? You may still have a chance.
Key Details
- Dates: May 18–22, 2026
- Location: Your school
- Registration: Only through AP Coordinator
- Scoring: Same as regular exams
✅ Eligible Reasons
- Medical emergency
- Family emergency
- Religious conflict
- School closure
❌ Not Eligible
- Oversleeping
- Forgetting exam date
- Lack of preparation
👉 You cannot request late testing yourself — your coordinator must do it.
FAQ (Quick Answers Before You Walk In)
What time do AP exams start?
👉 8 AM (morning) and 12 PM (afternoon)
Can I use my phone during breaks?
👉 No — strict no-phone policy
What if I miss my exam?
👉 You may qualify for late testing (through your coordinator)
How do I know if my exam is digital?
👉 Check Bluebook app or confirm with your school
What if two exams are on the same day?
👉 Contact your AP Coordinator immediately
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