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Audio, Calculators, and Word Processors

Learn about audio, calculator, and word processing accommodations for digital AP Exams.

Audio: Auditory, Amplification/FM System 

Students approved for this accommodation may use their FM system. 

4-Function Calculator      

Students approved by the College Board SSD office for use of a 4-function calculator may use one for the AP Computer Science Principles Exam or the AP Computer Science A Exam.  

Four-function calculator accommodation is also permitted for the non-calculator test sections of AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, and AP Precalculus.

Computer to Type Essay or Free Response

Students approved for computer to type essay or free response may:  

  • test with the digital AP Exam (no accommodation needed); or
  • for hybrid digital AP Exams, use a school-owned and -controlled computer not connected to the internet to type their essay in addition to the device being used for the digital AP Exam.  

Key Dates

January 16

Deadline: Submit Accommodations Requests to Services for Students with Disabilities

January 16, 2026, is the deadline for SSD coordinators to submit accommodations requests and supporting documentation (if needed) through SSD Online.

Deadline