Credential type: school examination · verified on the issuer's site September 20, 2026 issuer page
Exam Domains
1 Question, Explore, and Wonder
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2 Understand and Analyze
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3 Evaluate Multiple Perspectives
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4 Synthesize Ideas
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5 Team, Transform, and Transmit
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6 Written Academic Paper (5,000 words)
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7 Presentation and Oral Defense
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Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice, Free Response
FormatPaper-based; two sections: multiple choice and free response. Administered at school in May. AP Studio Art/Drawing: portfolio submission. AP Research/Seminar: academic paper and oral presentation.
Online ProctoringNot available
ID RequirementsSchool ID or government-issued photo ID required. Name on registration must match ID exactly.
RenewalNot required -- AP scores never expire; once earned, scores are valid indefinitely.
PrerequisitesAP Seminar (part of AP Capstone diploma program) (recommended)
Retake PolicyAP exams are offered once per year in May. Students may retake the exam in a subsequent year; there is no same-year retake. Scores from all attempts are reported to colleges unless the student requests score cancellation.