Please double check your College Board account to make sure you are registered for the exam(s) you plan on taking. 

Please pay close attention to the check in times at Irvine HS.  

Check in times are different from Test Times posted in  your College Board Account. 

Please come prepared:  Morning exam check-in is 7:30 am.   Afternoon Exam check-in is 12:30.  

Late arrivals will not be admitted to the exam and there are No Make ups and NO REFUNDS.

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

FOR ALL EXAMS:

• Your student ID card, California driver’s license or a US Passport  (YOU WILL NOT BE ADMITTED INTO THE TESTING ROOM WITHOUT THE APPROPRIATE ID).

• AP ID Labels 

  • 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!

• Fully Charged Device for Digital or Digital Hybrid Exams with Bluebook downloaded to your testing device.

  • You will NOT have access to electricity during the test

  • You are allowed to bring an extra laptop or a charging block

• Your AP Classroom/Bluebook login MUST be memorized

  • You will not have access to your phone to reset your password

For Digital AP Exams: 

• Several sharpened No. 2 pencils. Mechanical pencils are not allowed .

• Pens with black or dark blue ink for completing areas on the exam booklet covers and for free-response questions in most exams.

• Pencil bags are not allowed. Use a transparent or ziploc bag. 

• Up to two calculators with the necessary capabilities if you are taking a Biology,  Calculus AB/BC, Chemistry, Physics 1, Physics C, or Statistics Exam. Calculators may not be shared. (Visit the College Board website to learn more about the calculator policy for each of these exams, and for a list of authorized calculators.)  

• A ruler or straight edge if you are taking an AP Physics Exam

For Hybrid Digital AP Exams: All the items listed under digital AP Exams apply, plus:  

• • 2 No. 2 pencils (with erasers) or 2 pens with black or dark blue ink.

  • Pencil bags are not allowed. Use a transparent or ziploc bag. 

  • Up to two calculators with the necessary capabilities if you are taking a Biology,  Calculus AB/BC, Chemistry, Physics 1, Physics C, or Statistics Exam. Calculators may not be shared. (Visit the College Board website to learn more about the calculator policy for each of these exams, and for a list of authorized calculators.)  

  • A ruler or straight edge if you are taking an AP Physics Exam

For Paper AP Exams: 

• 2 No. 2 pencils (with erasers).

• 2 pens with black or dark blue ink. 

• For the AP French, German, Italian, and Spanish Language and Culture Exams and the AP Music Theory Exam: School-owned and -controlled recording devices that meet AP Program criteria are allowed for these exams only.

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).

• If you do bring your cell phone, it must be turned off and checked in before you enter the testing room. You will be able to pick it up after you have been dismissed from the exam. Students WILL NOT be able to access their cell phones or electronic devices  during the break.

• Books, compasses, colored pencils*, correction fluid, dictionaries, highlighters*, or notes.

• Rulers and straightedges (except as noted above).

• Scratch paper (notes can be made on portions of the exam booklets).

• Watches that beep or have an alarm.

• Portable listening* or recording devices (even with headphones) or photographic equipment.

• Clothing with subject-related information. Head coverings (hats, brimmed caps, etc.) are not permitted while testing. Head coverings worn for medical or religious reasons are permitted during testing provided they do not obstruct testing staff’s ability to view the test taker’s eyes and ears.  

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.  If you decide not to take an exam, please inform us as soon as possible so we can make a note of it.

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 Coordinator, Keith Szczudlak KeithSzczudlak@iusd.org or Stacie Sloniger at StacieSloniger@iusd.org.

For 2026, 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 Computer Science A

• AP Computer Science Principles   

• AP English Language and Composition   

• AP English Literature and Composition   

• AP Environmental Science

• 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 Physics 1: Algebra-Based   

• AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based  

• 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 Exams are May 4 - May 15 

**Check the Calendar to make sure you do not have 2 exams at the exact same time.

Click HERE for Calendar of AP Exams given at Irvine High School

1. Do I have to take the AP Exam?   No, AP Exams are not mandatory and will not affect your grade in high school.

2. Do I have to have a College Board Account to take an AP Exam?  YES!!!!  There is no way Irvine HS can order you an exam unless you have a  student account.  Go to apstudents.collegeboard.org

3. 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

4. Can I choose a different date or time to take my exam?  No, all tests are given at the same date and time worldwide.  The College Board creates the schedule and we have to follow it.

5. Can I take an exam for a class that I am not enrolled in?  YES  When you purchase the test, you will get an "EXAM ONLY" join code and enter it into your College Board account.  

6. Can I take an exam at another school?  YES.  Please look at the above information "AP Exams offered at other IUSD schools"

7.  I have 2 exams at the exact same time.  What do I do?  If you are taking both tests at Irvine High, contact Mr. Szczudlak (keithszczudlak@iusd.org)  he can potentially help you take the test at a later date.  

8. 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.  

9. If I am not prepared, can I choose to take the test at a later time? No

10. Can I take a later exam if I have a conflict, like a championship game scheduled?  Yes, but you will have to make arrangements with Mr. Szczudlak before March 1.

11. What if I am really sick on exam day?  Please contact Mr. Szczudlak (keithszczudlak@iusd.org)   You can take the exam at a later date with proof of a Doctor's note.

12. Are there refunds?  Partially.  College Board charges $40 for any canceled exams.  IUSD is offering refunds minus the $40 up until  February 23rd.  After February 23rd, no refunds will be issued.  A refund form will be available to fill out Feb. 16  - Feb. 23.

13. 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. 

14. IUSD charges more for the exams than the College Board Charges. Where does the money go?  The additional funds cover the cost of hiring proctors, equipment, and supplies for the exam.  It also goes back to the AP student in the form of teacher training,  technology in the classroom, supplies in the classroom, etc.

15.  What do I bring to the Exam?  Please  see the Testing Day tab above.

February 17 - 23 - No exams will be sold after Feb. 23rd

10th - 12th graders 

• PLEASE CHECK THE COLLEGE BOARD AP EXAM SCHEDULE. 

  • STEP ONE:  Locate all the exams that you would like to take.

  • STEP TWO:  If you are taking 2 exams on the same day, you must purchase both exams at the same location.  Each Exam will take approximately 4 1/2 hours  total time. There will be zero time to travel between an AM exam and a PM exam.

  • STEP THREE: Make a College Board Account at  apstudents.collegeboard.org. 

  • STEP  FOUR: Fill out this form: LATE AP Exam Registration   (Closes February 13 , 2026 at 1pm.)

  • STEP FIVE:  Before coming to pay for your exam, you must have the following with you: 

    • • • School ID (student does not have to be present but a physical ID is required.  No copies or pictures will be accepted) 

        • payment in credit card only

        • a device (cellphone, tablet, etc) and the ability to log into your College Board Account at apstudents.collegeboard.org.  

  • STEP SIX: Come to Irvine HS 'S  Student Center (directions HERE).  We will be selling exams between 7:30 am - 8:30am on Feb. 17 - Feb. 23 . No exams will be sold after 8:30 am. No exams will  be sold on Saturday, 2/22 or Sunday, 2/23. You will need to park in the back parking lot as the front parking lot is under construction

• Tests are $200/ exam plus the college board late fee of $40.00

• Late AP Exam Registration. If you missed the Oct. 14 - Oct. 27  window, you can purchase your exam Feb. 16 - 23 for an  additional $40 (This is what College Board Charges).

Starting in May 2025, standard paper testing was discontinued for 28 AP Exams—these exams will move to the Bluebook digital testing application. For additional information, please go HERE.

Students testing MUST bring a personal device with a working bluebook digital testing application. Irvine High School does NOT provide technical support.  

• ***NOTE: AFTER purchasing an exam you MUST enter EXAM ONLY join code in your College Board Account.  You will be given you the code when you purchase the exam.

Feb 17 - Feb. 23

This exam is for 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.  

• PLEASE CHECK THE IHS COLLEGE BOARD AP EXAM SCHEDULE.  

  • STEP ONE:  Locate all the exams that you would like to take.

  • STEP TWO:  If yu are taking 2 exams on the same day, you must purchase both exams at the same location.  Each Exam will take approximately 4 1/2 hours total time. There will be zero time to travel between an AM exam and a PM exam.

  • STEP THREE: Make a College Board Account at  apstudents.collegeboard.org. 

  • STEP  FOUR: Fill out this form: AP CHINESE EXAM REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS (Opens Feb 1, 2026)

  • STEP FIVE:  Before coming to pay for your exam  (at least 24 hours after filling out the form above).  You must have the following with you: 

    • • • School ID, 

        • payment in cash or credit card, 

        • a device (cellphone, tablet, etc.) and the ability to log into your College Board Account at apstudents.collegeboard.org.  

  • STEP SIX: Come to IHS's Student Center (directions HERE) from 7:30 am - 8:30 am.  

• Tests are $200/ exam for Irvine.

AP Biology - Monday, May 4 @ 7:30pm

AP Calculus AB - Monday, May 11 @ 7:30 am

AP Calculus BC- Monday, May 11  @ 7:30 am

AP Chemistry - Tuesday, May 5 @ 7:30 am

AP Chinese - Friday, May 8 @ 12:30 pm 

AP Computer Science A - Friday, May 15 @12:30pm

AP English Literature and Composition Wednesday, May 6 @ 7:30 am

AP Environmental Science - Friday, May 15 @ 7:30 am

AP Macroeconomics - Friday, May 8 @ 12:30 pm

AP Physics 1 - Wednesday, May 6 @ 12:30 pm

AP Physics 2 - Thursday, May 7 @ 7:30 am

AP Precalculus - Tuesday, May 12 @ 7:30 am

AP Psychology - Tuesday, May 12 @ 12:30 pm

AP Spanish Language and Culture - Thursday, May 14  @ 7:30 am

AP Statistics - Thursday, May 7 @ 12:30 pm

AP US Government and Politics - Tuesday, May 5 @12:30 pm

The very last day you can request a refund is Feb. 23, 2026.  

To cancel an exam and request a refund, your request must be submitted by February 23, 2026. The College Board charges a $40 fee for any canceled/unused exams, that fee will be deducted from the original purchase price. 

To request a refund and cancel your exam, please fill out this FORM.

• • Requests are due by February 23, 2026 at 4pm.

  •  Make sure the address and the PARENT name in which the refund check is written is correct.

Not sure if you purchased (registered for) an AP Exam?  Please follow these instructions HERE

All Refund Checks may take up to 6 weeks to process

October 14 -  Oct. 24 - only to 10th - 12th graders

• PLEASE CHECK THE COLLEGE BOARD AP EXAM SCHEDULE.  

  • STEP ONE:  Locate all the exams that you would like to take.

  • STEP TWO:  If you are taking 2 exams on the same day, you must purchase both exams at the same location.  Each Exam will take approximately 4 1/2 hours  total time. There will be zero time to travel between an AM exam and a PM exam.

  • STEP THREE: Make a College Board Account at  apstudents.collegeboard.org. 

  • STEP  FOUR: Fill out this form: AP Exam Registration for Non - Irvine HS Students 

  • STEP FIVE:  Before coming to pay for your exam,  you must have the following with you: 

    • • • School ID  (student does not have to be present but a physical ID is required.  No copies or pictures will be accepted) 

        • payment in credit card only 

        • a device (cellphone, tablet, etc) and the ability to log into your College Board Account at apstudents.collegeboard.org.  

  • STEP SIX: Come to Irvine HS 'S  Student Center (directions HERE) from 7:30 am - 8:30am, M-F.  No exams will be sold after 8:30 am. 

• Test are $160/ exam 

• Late AP Exam Registration. If you missed the Oct. 14 - Oct. 24  window, you can purchase your exam Feb. 16 - 23 for an  additional $40 (This is what College Board Charges)

Starting in May 2025, standard paper testing was discontinued for 28 AP Exams—these exams will move to the Bluebook digital testing application. For additional information, please go HERE.

Students testing MUST bring a personal device with a working bluebook digital testing application. Irvine High School does NOT provide technical support.  

• ***NOTE: AFTER purchasing an exam you MUST enter EXAM ONLY join code in your College Board Account.  You will be given you the code when you purchase the exam.

Please click HERE for AP Exams available at other IUSD Schools

Please check the school's website to find out information regarding  AP Exam Sales before calling the AP Coordinator

• Northwood's Website

• Portola's Website

• University's Website

• Woodbridge Website