Exams Requiring Special Prep

Some AP Exams require special materials and equipment, and/or special means to submit audio or visual student responses. The links below provide information intended as an introduction to help you plan for these special exams. See the AP Coordinator's Manual for complete information and details. For subject-specific exam instructions, see the AP Exam Instructions.

Section Topics

World Language & Culture Exams

Learn what equipment is needed, how to record and submit students’ speaking responses, and...

Music Theory Exam

Learn what equipment is needed, how to record and submit students’ sight-singing responses,...

Studio Art

View the submission timeline and demo the Studio Art Digital Submission web application.

AP Capstone Diploma Program

Learn about the AP Digital Portfolio, timeline for submission, and ordering information.

Computer Science Principles

Learn about the course requirements and AP Digital Portfolio for submission.

Recording Audio

Supplemental instructions for administering the recorded portion of the world language and...

Submitting Audio

Learn how to submit audio via the Digital Audio Submission portal.