The actual cost for each AP exam is $99, but for DCPS students, this cost is covered by the state of Florida. While many students across the country must pay for these exams out of pocket, there are certain situations where DCPS students will incur a $40 fee per exam, as charged by the College Board. These fees are billed to the student accounts of 9th-11th graders. Seniors (12th graders) must pay this fee in cash directly to Mr. Leon before they can pick up their cap and gown.

Late Registration

• Registering for an AP Exam in AP Classroom after Friday, November 15, 2024, for full-year and Semester 1 classes.

• Registering for an AP Exam in AP Classroom after Friday, March 14, 2025, for Semester 2 classes.

AP Exam Drop

• Dropping an AP exam after Friday, November 15, 2024, for full-year and Semester 1 classes.

• Dropping an AP exam after Friday, March 14, 2025, for Semester 2 classes.

Unused Exam

• Failing to show up on the day of the scheduled AP Exam.

Late Testing

• See below for the late testing policy information.

All students taking AP exams at Atlantic Coast are expected to take their AP exams as scheduled. However, certain situations may necessitate late testing. The acceptable reasons for rescheduling AP exams are listed below.

Automatic Rescheduling by Testing Coordinator

• Disability accommodation issues or tests overlapping

• Religious/holiday observance

• Atlantic Coast’s graduation ceremony

• Two AP exams scheduled at the same time

If you fall under these situations, email Mr. Leon to discuss the conflict. In case of a school closure on an exam day, Mr. Leon will automatically reschedule affected exams.

Situations Requiring Documentation

Academic or Athletic Event

• For events connected to an ACHS club or sports team, the Athletic Director, team coach, or club sponsor should contact Mr. Leon with the student’s name and exam details.

• For events connected to external organizations, students must provide a letter from their coach, sponsor, or organizational president, along with additional documentation (e.g., event invitation or award certificate).

Emergency (Serious Injury, Illness, Family Tragedy)

• Provide a doctor’s note on official letterhead for illness or injury. The note must indicate active illness.

Family tragedies

• Provide sufficient documentation (e.g., obituary).

Student Court Appearance

• Provide a copy of a subpoena or other court documentation indicating the required date and time.

Situations Requiring a $40 Late-Testing Fee

• Extenuating circumstances not listed above

Email Mr. Leon to explain the situation. If approved, a $40 late-testing fee must be paid before the test is ordered.

Requests That Will Be Denied

• Inadequate exam planning

• Oversleeping

• Excessive traffic on exam day