The College Board, a non-profit organization that administers the Advanced Placement (AP) Program, sets the AP test fees. The cost of the AP test varies depending on the subject and the location of the test center.
AP Test Fee Structure
- Standard Fee: $96 per test
- Reduced Fee: $48 per test (available to students who qualify for free or reduced-price school lunches)
- Late Registration Fee: $40 additional fee for registrations after the regular deadline
AP Test Fees by Subject
| Subject | Standard Fee | Reduced Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Art and Design | $145 | $72.50 |
| Biology | $96 | $48 |
| Calculus AB | $96 | $48 |
| Calculus BC | $132 | $66 |
| Chemistry | $96 | $48 |
| Computer Science A | $96 | $48 |
| Computer Science Principles | $96 | $48 |
| English Language and Composition | $96 | $48 |
| English Literature and Composition | $96 | $48 |
| Environmental Science | $96 | $48 |
| European History | $96 | $48 |
| French Language and Culture | $96 | $48 |
| German Language and Culture | $96 | $48 |
| Government and Politics: Comparative | $96 | $48 |
| Government and Politics: United States | $96 | $48 |
| Human Geography | $96 | $48 |
| Italian Language and Culture | $96 | $48 |
| Japanese Language and Culture | $96 | $48 |
| Latin | $96 | $48 |
| Macroeconomics | $96 | $48 |
| Microeconomics | $96 | $48 |
| Music Theory | $145 | $72.50 |
| Physics 1: Algebra-Based | $96 | $48 |
| Physics 2: Algebra-Based | $132 | $66 |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | $132 | $66 |
| Physics C: Mechanics | $132 | $66 |
| Psychology | $96 | $48 |
| Spanish Language and Culture | $96 | $48 |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | $96 | $48 |
| Statistics | $96 | $48 |
| Studio Art: 2-D Design | $145 | $72.50 |
| Studio Art: 3-D Design | $145 | $72.50 |
| Studio Art: Drawing | $145 | $72.50 |
| US History | $96 | $48 |
| World History: Modern | $96 | $48 |
AP Test Center Fees
Some test centers may charge additional fees for administering the AP test. These fees vary by location and are typically between $10 and $50. Students should contact their local test center to inquire about any additional fees.
Financial Assistance
Students who cannot afford the full cost of the AP test may qualify for financial assistance. The College Board offers a fee waiver program for students who meet certain eligibility criteria. To qualify for a fee waiver, students must:
- Be enrolled in an AP course at a participating school
- Demonstrate financial need
- Submit a completed fee waiver application
Students who qualify for a fee waiver will receive a voucher that covers the cost of the AP test.
Conclusion
The cost of the AP test varies depending on the subject and the location of the test center. Students should budget for the standard fee of $96 per test, plus any additional fees charged by the test center. Students who cannot afford the full cost of the AP test may qualify for financial assistance.
