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Digital AP Dry Run

Find instructions and test day reminders for participating in the Thursday, January 15, 2026 AP Dry Run.

Thank you for joining our digital AP Dry Run! Your feedback will help us improve the digital testing experience for all students.

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Please download and install Bluebook, the College Board digital testing application, on the device you’ll use to test. If you’re using a school-managed device, you may need to ask your school for assistance in downloading and installing Bluebook prior to the dry run.

 


Test Day Reminders for Remote Testers

  • Check your email for your test date, time, and detailed login instructions.
  • Use a device with Bluebook installed and check in to your exam up to 15 minutes early on test day.
  • Make sure you write down your start code before logging in.
  • Do not exit Bluebook or you’ll be unable to resume testing, which will make you ineligible for the incentive.
  • For tech issues, call 877-348-5728.
  • Submit your exam and respond to the survey, which will be sent via email.

 


Test Day Reminders for In-Person Testers

  • Arrival: Please arrive by 4:45 p.m. at 225 Liberty St.
  • Check-In Location: Proceed to the security desk on the second floor near Hudson Eats. Security will check your ID, and a staff member will direct you to the offices on the 28th floor.
  • Parking: Parking is not validated or reimbursed.
  • What to Bring:
    • Acceptable photo ID
    • 2 pencils or pens
    • Testing device with Bluebook installed
  • Estimated End Time: Testing concludes around 8 p.m.
  • Guests: Only registered students may enter the testing area; others will wait in a separate location.

 


Contact

Email

Phone

888-225-5427
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.– 8 p.m. E.T.

FAQ

What is this dry run about? 

College Board is conducting this administration to collect feedback on the student experience of taking a digitally delivered AP Exam.  The feedback you provide will help us enhance the experience for future test takers.

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Will I be compensated or receive an incentive for my participation? 

You will receive a gift card for $50 for completing the AP Dry Run remotely or $100 if you participate in person.     

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Do I need to prepare or practice for this test? 

You need to complete the device readiness steps before test day to prepare your device for testing, follow all test day instructions, and do your best on test day. You don’t need to practice for the test or have taken a digital exam before.

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 Where am I testing?

Check the confirmation email you received on December 19 for your test day location. If you’re participating in the AP Dry Run in person, you’ll be testing at the College Board office in New York City (225 Liberty St). If you’re participating remotely, you’ll take the test at home. You must participate in the location noted in your confirmation email (i.e., you cannot test remotely if you signed up to participate in person, and vice versa).

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I’m taking the AP Physics 1 Exam remotely. How will I record and submit my written free-response questions?

If you are taking the AP Physics 1 Exam, you can use scratch paper or print out the AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based sample free-response booklet to record your answers. You do not need to submit your written responses.

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Can I change the time I participate? 

Unfortunately, we cannot change the time of your scheduled exam.

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Can I forward the details of this dry run to a friend? 

No. Please do not forward information about this dry run to a friend. This opportunity is only available to those directly invited by College Board. 

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I can no longer participate in the AP Dry Run.

Please email us at [email protected] or call us at 888-225-5427, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.– 8 p.m. E.T. We will withdraw your registration and update our records.

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What device can I use to test?

Device requirements can be found on the Approved Testing Devices page. 

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Will there be technical support available on test day?

If you encounter any technical issues on test day, please call us at 888-225-5427.

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