AP Exam Information 2025
University High School
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University High School
All Sales Have Ended
Please See Below For Test Day Information
In order to access the Digital or Digital Hybrid AP Exams, students need:
A fully charged school Chromebook or personal laptop. There will be no access to electricity during the testing.
Bluebook must be downloaded on the device; school Chromebooks already have Bluebook
Your College Board account username and password. You must memorize your login information.
At the beginning of the exam, there will not be time for students to locate and/or reset their password. Staff cannot assist students on the day of the exam if they are unable to access their account. Students will not have access to their phone to verify their account. Please plan ahead to be prepared for test day.
For 2025, tests are either fully digital, digital hybrid, or paper. Students must bring a fully charged school Chromebook or personal laptop. You will NOT have access to electricity during the testing window, however, you may bring an extra laptop or your own charging block. Please refer to the list below to determine your testing type. You must have Bluebook downloaded to your testing device.
Fully Digital Subjects:
AP Art History
AP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science Principles
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
AP Environmental Science
AP Latin
AP Psychology
AP United States Government and Politics
AP United States History
AP World History: Modern
Hybrid Digital Subjects:
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Chemistry
AP Macroeconomics
AP Microeconomics
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based
AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Precalculus
AP Statistics
Paper, Submission-based, or School Device Only:
AP 2-D Art and Design
AP 3-D Art and Design
AP Drawing
AP Chinese Language and Culture
AP Music Theory
AP Spanish Language and Culture
AP Spanish Literature and Culture
*** Please double-check AP Classroom for the date and time of your test. All purchased tests will be marked as "Registered for exam given by University High School" in AP Classroom. ***
In order to access the Digital or Digital Hybrid AP Exams, students need:
A fully charged school Chromebook or personal laptop. There will be no access to electricity during the testing. You may bring a power bank as a backup power source.
Bluebook must be downloaded on the device; school Chromebooks already have Bluebook
Your College Board account username and password. You must memorize your login information.
At the beginning of the exam, there will not be time for students to locate and/or reset their password. Staff cannot assist students on the day of the exam if they are unable to access their account. Students will not have access to their phone to verify their account. Please plan ahead to be prepared for test day.
BACKPACKS: Backpacks should be left in student vehicles OR placed in student lockers before check-in time. Cell phones must be left in your backpack. Only bring your allowed testing supplies to check-in at the MPR/Library. All snacks, IDs, pens, pencils, or power banks entering the testing area must be in CLEAR plastic bags ONLY. If you need a school locker, you can use this form.
Students Taking 8:00 am Exams
Students need to arrive at UHS to check in promptly at 7:20 am. You will be directed to either the MPR or Library based on your specific test and last name. Please eat before you arrive.
General test instructions will be read at 7:45 am, and doors will be locked at 7:55 a.m. for students to begin the exam. You will not be allowed in the testing room after the test has started.
Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays – students will report back to their 5th period class (if they don't have an afternoon exam).
Wednesdays & Fridays – students will report back to their 6th period class (if they don't have an afternoon exam).
Students Taking 12:00 pm Exams
Students must attend their 1st and/or 2nd-period classes and then check in to their 3rd and/or 4th-period classes
Students will be released at 11:15 am from class to eat lunch at the cafeteria between 11:15 am and 11:40 am
Students will start check-in at 11:40. You will be directed to either the MPR or Library based on your specific test and last name.
General test instructions will be read at 11:55 am, and doors will be locked at noon for students to begin the exam. You will not be allowed in the testing room after the test has started.
Afternoon testing sometimes starts slightly later if the morning tests are running longer than intended, however students MUST still be present at check-in time. If a student has 2 tests in one day, they should bring their own lunch to eat during breaks.
For All AP Exams
Students will not be dismissed until an exam has officially ended; do not ask the testing proctors to leave early if you finish before the end of the exam.
If you play a sport or have a job, it is your responsibility to inform your coach or employer of your AP Exam obligation, and arrangements should be made accordingly.
You should bring the following items to the exam room
A current government-issued or school-issued photo ID.
Fully Charged Device for Digital or Digital Hybrid Exams. There will be no access to electricity during the testing.
You are allowed to bring an extra laptop or a charging block
Your College Board account username and password. You must memorize your login information.
You will receive your ID Labels when arriving at your first exam.
If you are taking more than one exam, bring these labels to all of your exams!
Several sharpened No. 2 pencils. Mechanical pencils are not allowed . No pencil bags are allowed; use a clear plastic bag.
Pens with black or dark blue ink for completing areas free-response questions in hybrid exams. No pencil bags are allowed; use a clear plastic bag.
An acceptable calculator if your AP Exam allows the use of a calculator. AP Macroeconomics and Microeconomics only allow 4 function calculators.
A ruler or straight edge if you are taking an AP Physics Exam. Protractors are not allowed.
Snacks are allowed under the following conditions:
Absolutely no lunch bags or boxes, snacks must be placed in CLEAR plastic bags.
Snacks must be left at the designated snack area away from the testing desks.
Water bottles may be at your desk, but they must be CLEAR bottles with ALL labels removed.
You should NOT bring the following to the exam room
Cell phones, Smart watches, PDAs, MP3 players, email/messaging devices, or any other electronic or communication devices. Leave these items in your locker or at home! (These items are also not permitted during the break).
Books, reference guides, notes, compasses, protractors, mechanical pencils, pencils that are not No. 2, correction fluid, dictionaries, highlighters, or colored pencils.
Scratch paper: Students are prohibited from bringing scratch paper to the AP Exam. For digital and hybrid exams, scratch paper will be provided.
Watches that beep, make a noise, or have an alarm.
Earplugs
Portable listening* or recording devices (even with headphones) or photographic equipment.
Clothing with subject-related information.
You are required to abide by the policies of both the College Board and school during the exam period. Any misconduct will be reported and could jeopardize your AP Exam grade.
Get a good night’s rest before your exam, and eat a nutritious breakfast. If you bring a water, it must be clear without any labels on it. It is advisable to bring a sweater, in case the room temperature is below your comfort level.
We are looking forward to each student’s success. If you have any further questions about the exams or procedures, please visit the College Board’s website, or email our Advanced Placement Coordinators, Felicia Rohrer Ng feliciang@iusd.org or Kris Kough kriskough@iusd.org
AP exams can give a student college credit and/or assist with college course placement.
Points/credits toward degree requirements
Bypass introductory courses; start in a higher level course
Fulfill general education requirements
Additional time for a double major, study abroad, or early graduation
All AP exams are graded on a 5-point scale.
3 is typically considered to be a passing score:
5 = extremely qualified
4 = well qualified
3 = qualified
2 = possibly qualified
1 = not qualified
AP Credit Policy Search
https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/getting-credit-placement/search-policies
Do I have to take the AP Exam? No, AP Exams are not mandatory and will not affect your grade in high school.
Do I have to have a College Board Account to take an AP Exam? YES!!!! There is no way UNI can order you an exam unless you have a student account. Go to apstudents.collegeboard.org
Does my AP Exam count as college credits? Possibly. It depends on the college you would like to go to. Please check with your college of choice
Can I choose a different date or time to take my exam? No, all tests are given at the same date and time world wide. College Board creates the schedule and we have to follow it.
Can I take an exam for a class that I am not enrolled in? SOMETIMES. Check the specific information for the type of student you are (UNI, IUSD, or outside). Some classes are available, while others are not.
Can I take an exam at another school? YES. Please look at the above information "AP Exams offered at other IUSD schools"
I have 2 exams at the exact same time. What do I do? Contact Mrs. Rohrer Ng at University High School and she can help you take the test at a later date.
Can I take 2 tests on the same day? Yes. As long as they are not at the same time AND they are at the same location. There is no way that you can take a test in the morning at one school and make it in time to take an afternoon exam at another school.
If I am not prepared, can I choose to take the test at a later time? No
Can I take a later exam if I have a conflict, like a CIF championship game scheduled? Yes, but you will have to make arrangements with Mrs. Rohrer Ng.
What if I am really sick on exam day? Please contact Mrs. Rohrer Ng immediately. You can take the exam at a later date with proof of a Doctor's note.
Are there refunds? Partially. College Board charges $40 for any canceled exams. IUSD is offering refunds minus the $40 up until February 24th. After Feb. 24th no refunds will be issued.
How long are the exams? Most exams will be between 4 - 4 1/2 hours from check in time. This time includes check in, directions, collection of material and a break.
IUSD charges more for the exams than College Board charges, where does the money go? The additional funds cover the cost of hiring proctors, equipment and supplies for the exam AND it goes back to the AP student in the form of teacher training, technology in the classroom, supplies in the classroom , etc.
What do I bring to the Exam? See the "Testing Day" drop-down menu for instructions.
Still have questions? Please contact Mrs. Rohrer Ng
Students may only test in the make-up window (5/19 - 5/23) due to a conflict with another exam, a conflict with a school event (CIF), a family emergency, or a doctor’s note if ill during the original exam. Email Mrs. Rohrer Ng if you need to schedule a make-up exam at: feliciang@iusd.org
The date to request refunds is over. There is no official cancellation form; however, if you choose not to attend your exam, your AP test will automatically be canceled.