Contact 
Calendars
Careers
Engage 
District
TOEFL INFORMATION
Students whose first language is not English are counseled to take the TOEFL Exam in the fall of their senior year. This test score is used with the SAT score when applying to universities. Talk to your counselor for application instructions for the computer-based exam. Please contact Ms. Covarrubias at veronica.covarrubias@apsva.us register for the exam.
SAT INFORMATION
The SATs are recommended for students who wish to attend a four-year university directly after high school. It is advised that seniors take the SAT in the fall. To register for the SAT, go to https://www.collegeboard.com/.
Fee Waivers:
Students on free or reduced lunch can ask Ms. Carruthers in the Counseling Suite for a fee waivers when applying for these tests.
Seniors are recommended to take the SAT in August, October or November.
Juniors are recommended to take the SAT by May and any SAT Subject Tests by June.ACT INFORMATION
The ACT is another standardized test recommended for students who wish to attend a four-year university directly after high school. It is advised that juniors take the ACT in the Spring and seniors take the ACT in the Fall. Please visit https://www.actstudent.org/ to register for the ACT.
Students on free or reduced lunch can ask Mr. Truesdale in the Counseling Suite for a fee waiver when applying for these tests. Fee waivers do NOT apply to late registration.
SAT vs. ACT
While colleges generally accept either, they are very different tests. You should speak to your counselor about which test may be right for you. You can see the main differences in the two exams here.
Advanced Placement (AP) Examination Dates
Students enrolled in AP courses will take AP examinations on the designated exam date.
Work Keys Testing