AP scores 2025 are out — but why isn’t yours ready yet?

The College Board began releasing 2025 AP exam scores on Monday, July 7, but not all students are seeing their results at the same time. While the score rollout is underway, many are asking the same question: “Why is mine not ready yet?”

Here’s what to know about the timeline, how to check your score, and what might be causing delays.

When do 2025 AP scores come out?

The official release date for this year’s AP scores is Monday, July 7, 2025, according to the College Board.

• Scores are being released on a rolling basis, meaning students in different regions or with different testing circumstances may receive results at different times.
• The College Board states that most scores should be available within two weeks of the initial release date.

How to check your AP scores

You can access your scores by logging into your My AP account at myap.collegeboard.org.

• Students will receive an email notification when their scores are available.
• It’s important to use the same login credentials you used to register for your AP exams.
• If you don’t see a score yet, don’t create a new account — having duplicate accounts can delay access.

Common reasons your score isn’t available yet

If your AP score is missing, there may be a valid reason. Here are the most common causes:

1. Rolling release schedule

Not everyone gets their score on the same day. Depending on your region or time zone, your score may be part of a later batch.

2. Testing irregularities or late testing

If you took a late exam due to a scheduling conflict or emergency, your score may be delayed by several days or weeks.

3. Account login issues

Using a different email or creating a new College Board account can cause delays. Always use your original My AP login.

4. Unlinked student ID or incomplete information

If your AP ID or student information wasn’t matched correctly, it can take additional time for scores to process.

5. Missing student identifiers

If your high school didn’t submit the correct identifying information, it might delay delivery of your scores.

6. Payment issues

If there was an issue with your exam fee — including nonpayment or school processing delays — the release could be paused.

What the College Board says about delays

According to College Board’s official guidance:

“Scores are released on a rolling basis. Some students may not see all their scores at once, especially if they tested late or under special circumstances. All scores should be available by mid-July.”

They also advise students to check back daily and avoid trying to reset or create new accounts, which can compound access issues.

What you can do if your score isn’t showing

• Be patient. In most cases, scores appear within a few days of the initial release.
• Log in using the correct account — double-check for typos in your email or password.
• Contact AP Services at 888-225-5427 if your score is missing for more than two weeks.
• Ask your school counselor whether any paperwork may be holding up score processing.

Why these scores matter

Advanced Placement scores are used by many colleges and universities to grant course credit or advanced placement, saving students money and time by allowing them to skip entry-level classes.

• Scores range from 1 to 5, with most institutions accepting scores of 3 or higher for credit.
• Each school has its own policy, which can be found on the College Board’s credit policy search tool.

What happens next

• Most students will receive their scores by July 14, unless they tested late or under review.
• If you believe your score is incorrect, score re-evaluation and rescore requests will open later in July.
• Students can also send their scores to colleges directly from the My AP portal.

Key takeaways

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