Digital Exam Readiness Timeline

Learn About Digital AP Exams

AP coordinators attend webinars and discuss digital exam requirements with teachers, administrators, and technology staff.
 

Try a Test Preview in Bluebook

Students and teachers can download the Bluebook™ testing app to explore sample AP Exam questions and try out the tools.

Deadline: Order Digital AP Exams

AP coordinators indicate digital exams in AP Registration and Ordering.

Create Your Digital Testing Readiness Plan

AP coordinators and teachers attend readiness training and develop a digital testing readiness plan.

Prepare Devices and Configure the Network

Technology staff make sure managed devices meet requirements, Bluebook is up to date, and all necessary traffic can pass through the network. 

Review Exam Day Resources

AP coordinators and proctors review exam day guides and proctor training resources to prepare for administering digital AP Exams.

Deadline: Submit Final Updates for AP Exam Orders

AP coordinators can switch exams back to paper (or switch from paper to digital), if needed.

Set Up Test Day Toolkit

AP coordinators set up Test Day Toolkit and grant access to proctors. 

Administer AP Exams, Week 1

Administer AP Exams, Week 2

Administer Digital AP Exams

In May 2025, nine AP subjects will have digital-only exams.