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What to Wear to Your AP Exam

AP exam dress code. Layers, comfort, no graphic tees, what to leave at home. Plus what NOT to wear that could get you flagged.

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AP test rooms are randomly freezing or sweltering. Your outfit matters more for comfort than appearance. Here's what to wear — and what to skip.

Wear

  • Layers. T-shirt + hoodie + light jacket. You can adjust.
  • Comfortable pants. Joggers, jeans, leggings. Not slacks or formal wear that constricts.
  • Closed-toe shoes you can sit in for 3 hours.
  • An analog watch (no smart features). Helps you pace.

Don't Wear

  • Graphic tees with text or images that match exam content. Proctors may ask you to flip the shirt inside out if they think it's a hint.
  • Anything with hoods over your face during the exam. Pull it back from the ears for proctor visibility.
  • Smartwatches. Confiscated immediately + can void your score.
  • Cologne / heavy perfume. Distracts everyone in the room.
  • New shoes you haven't broken in. Foot pain mid-exam is real.

What to Leave at Home

  • Phone (if you can — many proctors store these but it's better not to bring).
  • Smartwatch.
  • Hat with prominent logos (some proctors ask you to remove).
  • Sunglasses (unless prescription).

Bag/Backpack

Most exam centers store bags at the front of the room. Bring only what you'll need: pencils, pens, ID, AP label sheet, water bottle (clear), snack. Wallet OK. Everything else stays in your bag at the front.

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