AP Testing
To find out how much college credit you can get with your AP exam, go to AP Credit Policy!
2021 AP Information
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Complete the Following Steps For Digital Testing
Step 1
Find your testing dates and time
(Remember OUR testing time is Central Standard Time - see times below)
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Testing Times:
Morning Tests:
10:30 a.m. - Check-in
11:00 a.m. - Begin Test
Afternoon Tests:
2:30 p.m. - Check-in
3:00 p.m. - Begin Test
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Step 2
Download Digital Testing App and Log In
Digital Download for Mac/Window
Digital Download Chromebook Instructions
Step 3
Practice with example question in the Digital Testing App
Practice in the Digital Testing App
Step 4
1-3 Days before Exam Day -
Complete Exam Setup for Each Digital Exam
Complete Digital Exam Setup - AP Students | College Board
Step 5
Exam Day!
Check in 30 minutes before the official start time of the exam
Check in to the 2021 Digital AP Exam – AP Students
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Testing Day Information
Digital Testing - 3 days in advance
Find Your AP ID and Testing Date and Time
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Do you need a Hotspot?
Let us know about your Wifi!
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​Digital AP Exam Information:
Digital AP Exam Information Guide
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Complete these 4 Steps
Before Your Digital Test:
Four Steps to Take Before Testing
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Download the Digital Exam Software
for Mac/Windows
Digital Download for Mac/Windows
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For Chromebooks:
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Language and Music Theory Students:
Practice your DAC recording
your chromebook
Digital Audio Capture (DAC) Instructions
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Testing Dates have been set!
Find your testing dates and your AP ID on your
College Board My Classroom page.
This is the ONLY accurate listing
of your testing date and time.
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You may change your testing date
or to a digital testing date from a paper exam
up to 10 school days before your test.
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All paper testing options are closed.
You may not change to a paper testing date unless another student cancels
and we receive approval from College Board.
After that deadline, no testing dates may be changed.
Contact Ms. Goldstein or Mrs. Jody Ray to make any changes
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Pay for your AP test:
Register and Payment:
www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/440300
Directions - Total Registration
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Cancel your AP test for a
FULL REFUND!
Contact:
Ms. Goldstein -
Mrs. Ray -
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IMPORTANT UPDATES
2020/2021
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If you need help signing on to your AP Account,
call College Board. They will help!
1 888-225-5427
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NO PENALTY FOR NOT TESTING
We are encouraging students to sign up for ALL tests. There is no penalty for canceling your test this year and you will be eligible for a full refund if you choose not to test.
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NEW REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT PROGRAM
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For the 2021 AP exams, students at A N McCallum High School will be registering and paying online.
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Online Exam registration is open now and due by November 13, 2020 to register without a late fee. A $40 fee will be added after November 13, for year-long and 1st semester classes.
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You may continue to sign up with College Board until March 12th at 9:00 pm. After that deadline, you will no longer be able to sign up for an AP exam.
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REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT STEPS
Even if you do not plan to take the AP exam, you need to complete both steps to access the College Board’s AP resources.
Both steps must be completed in order to have AP exams ordered:
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Step 1:
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Begin the process by registering at www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/440300.
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Here you will indicate both the AP courses you are taking this year and the exams you wish to take.
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You will receive your join codes and directions to complete the second required step.
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Any exam fees will be paid online so be sure to have a debit card or credit card available before beginning registration. Paying online is a great way to make sure that payment has been made while avoiding mailing payment.
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You also have the option to make a payment plan. (click "pay by check" to pay later - you can come back later to pay with credit card)
Step 2:
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Use the join codes provided at the completion of step one to enroll the student's AP courses and exams in the College Board's system.
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It is VERY important to click "Yes/Confirm" if you are planning to take the exams.
AP TESTING FEES
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This year each AP exam costs $95.00. A N Mccallum High School desires that every student be able to take their AP exams.
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Students requiring financial assistance should contact Ms. Shelley Goldstein at shelley.goldstein@austinisd.org or Ms. Jody Ray at jody.ray@austinisd.orgin the McCallum HS to learn more.
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IMPORTANT DATES
Here are the important dates for the registration process:​
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Fri, Nov 13, 2020 - Registrations and payments after this date will incur a $40 late fee per exam.
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Fri, Mar 12, 2021 - Registration Ends
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Mon, Feb 1, 2021 will be the partial payment date
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Fri, Apr 30, 2021 - Registrations that have not been paid for will be cancelled and exams will not be ordered.
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Click here for AP Testing Dates
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HOW TO GET HELP
If you have any questions, please contact
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Ms. Shelley Goldstein at or
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Ms. Jody Ray at jody.ray@austinisd.org if you have any questions.
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College Board (help signing in) 1 888-225-5427
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Zoom Meetings - Tuesday and Thursday - 10:35 am
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Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/4182900355?pwd=V2hLMHFXVTBYM0Q5eU9Yazk4U3hKZz09
Meeting ID: 418 290 0355
Passcode: MacAP
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AP testing FAQ
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What is AP?
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To find out more about AP and AP tests go to College Board AP.
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Why take an AP Test?
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The main reason is to save money for college. You can earn college credit for scoring a 3, 4 or 5 on an AP test.
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To find out more about AP and AP tests go to College Board AP.
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How will I know if my college give me credit for my AP?
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To find out whether your prospective college will give you credit, go to AP Credit Policy Search
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When are AP tests given?
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AP exams are giving during a two week period starting May 3, 2020 and ending May 14, 2020. For a full printable schedule, click AP Exam Dates.
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Where are AP tests given?
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AP exams will be given at McCallum High School. Rooms will be posted and you will be given instruction closer to test time.
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How do I sign-up for an AP exam?
Go to the following website and follow the instructions. Downloadable instructions are at the top of this page.
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How much does it cost?
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AP Exams are $95.00 per test.
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The entire amount must be paid in full by Monday, April 30, 2020.
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How do I pay for my AP exam?
Go to the following website and follow the instructions. Downloadable instructions are at the top of this page.
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Can I get a Fee Reduction?
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If you qualify for free and reduced lunch, or fit within other certain financial guidelines, you may qualify for a reduced fee of $21.00 per test.
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What if I need accommodations?
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If you have a 504 plan or are receiving Special Education Services, you will need to see your counselor as soon as possible to request accommodations. If you have already requested and received accommodations for SAT or PSAT, those accommodations will transfer to AP tests.
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What else do I need to know?
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We will give your more information in Spring.
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AP Testing Day Info
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AP testing will be held on the McCallum Campus this year.
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WHERE:
TBD
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WHEN:
7:30 am - 7:45 am for morning tests
11:30 am - 11:45 am for afternoon tests
Lunch:
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Morning testers will eat during normal MAC lunch hours.
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Afternoon testers will eat at 11:00 am during 2nd/6th period in the cafeteria and should bring their own lunch. If you want a sack lunch from MAC, you must tell us before your testing day.
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