No, SB 1975 focuses on access to AP examinations, not necessarily requiring
every district to offer every AP course exam. However, districts must provide
resident students with access to AP examinations.
AP Exam Access for District Residents
Introduction
SB 1975 requires Oklahoma public school districts to make Advanced Placement
(AP) examinations available to students who reside within the district, including
students who may not be enrolled in the district’s AP course offerings. This
legislation was signed into law on May 19, 2026, updating 70 O.S. § 1210.704.
The purpose of this guidance document is to support districts in understanding
the law’s requirements and to provide practical implementation guidance.
Key Provisions of SB 1975
Under SB 1975, Oklahoma public school districts are required to:
- Make AP examinations available to students who reside within the district
boundaries. - Publicly post information regarding AP examination availability and
registration procedures no later than August 31 of each year. - Allow qualifying resident students access to AP testing opportunities even
if:- The student attends a nonpublic school,
- Is homeschooled,
- Or attends another educational setting
- Establish local procedures for registration, payment, and administration of
AP examinations.
District Responsibilities
Districts should post the following information on their website no later
than August 31 of each year:
- Statement that AP exams are available to all students who reside in
the district. - List of AP exams offered by district
- AP exam dates
- Registration deadlines
- Estimated testing fees
- Accommodation request procedures
- AP Coordinator’s contact Information
Districts should establish registration procedures which include:
- Timelines for exam requests
- Payment procedures and deadlines
- Procedures for late requests
- Communicate expectations (technology, arrival times, materials,
etc.) - Districts need to align these procedures with existing College Board
timelines.
Districts must continue to follow all requirements established by College
Board regarding:
- AP exam ordering
- AP exam security
- Digital testing procedures and protocols
- Accommodations
- AP Coordinator and proctor training
- Secure testing environment
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, if the student resides within the district's boundaries, the district must
provide access to AP examinations in accordance with the district's established
local procedures and College Board procedures for exams.
Yes, districts may require students who are not enrolled in their district to pay
applicable AP examination fees and related costs consistent with College Board
policies. Districts should clearly communicate:
- Testing costs
- Refund policies
- Payment deadlines
Yes, districts may establish local deadlines aligned with College Board ordering
windows and testing requirements.
Districts must follow all federal laws and College Board accommodation
requirements for eligible students with documented disabilities.
Accommodation approvals typically occur through College Board processes.
Districts may establish policies regarding:
- Late registration
- Late fees
- AP exam availability
However, districts are encouraged to communicate deadlines clearly and
consistently.
No, the law focuses on residency and access to examinations, not on enrollment
in the district’s AP course.
No, SB 1975 addresses examination access, not instructional services.
Districts may establish testing sites and procedures consistent with:
- Staffing capacity
- Security requirements
- Room availability
- College Board testing regulations
Districts should:
- Work with College Board
- Ensure AP coordinator training is completed,
- Develop local staffing plans well in advance of testing window.
Yes, if the student resides within the district boundaries.
Districts may explore cooperative agreements or regional testing solutions when
appropriate, provided student access requirements are met.
Contact Information
Dr. Regina Hein
(405) 522-3188
regina.hein@sde.ok.gov
Last Modified on
Aug 07, 2026
