Are you taking an AP course this year for high school? You may be wondering about your AP tests, especially as we get closer to the end of the school year. Here are some things to note on how COVID-19 is affecting AP classes and tests.
The AP Tests Will Be Given at Home
The most important thing to note is that the AP tests this year will be administered online, at home. They will be happening between May 11th and May 22nd, depending on the subject you’re taking.
Students have the option to complete the test on any internet connected device, including a computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. You may opt to take photos of your work or type out your responses. If you don’t have internet access or reliable internet, you also can contact College Board to let them know you do not have internet before April 24th.
The Tests are Changing
In light of the coronavirus, the AP tests are also changing slightly for this year only. There will be no multiple choice. Instead, there will be free-response questions only. The test will be 45 minutes long, with 5 minutes devoted to uploading your photos, but you are expected to be at the test 30 minutes early to get set up.
AP tests will also be open book/open note and will only cover topics and skills that were covered in class up until early March in an effort to be fair to all students whose schools closed earlier than others.
Check Out These Resources
There is still a lot of news and changes coming out about the AP tests. College Board is not releasing information on how to access the testing system just yet, and will do so at a later date in April.
Make sure to keep an eye on these various resources and links:
- How to Take the AP Exams
- AP Exam Schedule
- Form if You Don’t have Internet Access (This is due by April 24th.)
- General College Board and AP updates
- Other College Board Coronavirus Updates
- AP YouTube
The Advanced Placement’s YouTube account is putting out daily videos to help students prepare for their AP tests.
News is still coming out about the AP tests and the coronavirus, so make sure you’re checking the resources above regularly to be on top of the latest news. If you have any questions or concerns about taking the test, the coursework, or anything else, make sure you reach out to your teacher as soon as possible. The College Board understands what a trying time this is and is trying to work with teachers and students so no one is left behind.
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