Send Archived AP Scores: 2026 UK Steps, Fee & Timing

If you need to send archived AP scores, the normal online AP score system may not work for you. College Board 2026 says AP scores are archived if your last AP Exam was before 2018, and those scores are no longer viewable online. You must use the AP Archived Score Request Form instead.

This matters for UK applicants because universities may ask for official proof of AP results. UCAS 2026 says that, for most international qualifications, students may need to send results to the university, college, or conservatoire themselves.

This guide explains who needs the form, how to fill it in, how much it costs, how long it takes, and what UK applicants should check before sending anything.

College Board archived AP scores page

Quick Answer: How to Send Archived AP Scores

The short version for students and parents

To send archived AP scores, you need to:

1. Download the AP Archived Score Request Form.
2. Fill in your test-taker details.
3. Add the university, college, or scholarship programme details.
4. Sign the form.
5. Pay by credit card.
6. Mail or fax the form to AP Services.
7. Allow 15 business days after College Board receives the request.

College Board 2026 states that archived AP score reports are sent by first-class mail within 15 business days of receiving the request.

Quick warning: do not wait until a UK university deadline is close. College Board 2026 says overnight or express mailing is not available for archived score reports.

What Are Archived AP Scores?

AP scores before 2018 explained

Archived AP scores are older AP score records that are no longer available in the online score reporting system.

College Board 2026 says this applies if you took your last AP Exam before 2018. In that case, the scores can only be sent through a mail or fax request.

This is different from normal AP score sending. If you took an AP Exam in 2018 or later, College Board says you should not use the archived form. You should use the online score sending route instead.

College Board AP score sending page

Who Needs the AP Archived Score Request Form?

Students applying to universities or scholarship programmes

You may need the AP Archived Score Request Form if:

• Your last AP Exam was before 2018.
• Your old AP scores are not visible online.
• A UK university asks for official AP results.
• You need AP scores sent to a scholarship programme.
• You want a personal copy of your archived AP score report.

The official College Board 2025 to 2026 form says archived scores can be sent to a college, university, or scholarship programme, or requested as a personal copy.

Common mistake: do not assume UCAS will automatically receive AP scores. UCAS 2026 says it receives results from many exam boards, but most international qualifications may need to be sent by the student.

How to Fill Out the AP Archived Score Request Form Correctly

Test-taker information you need

Before you start, collect the details College Board asks for on the official form:

• Name used when you took the exam
• Date of birth
• AP ID or AP number, if known
• Year of last AP Exam taken
• Name of each AP Exam taken
• High school name, city, and state
• Current mailing address
• Phone number and email
• Signature and date

The form states that the signature of the student or parent/guardian is required for processing.

Recipient details for universities or scholarship programmes

If you want scores sent to a UK university, complete the institution section carefully. You may need:

• College, university, or scholarship programme code
• Institution name
• Street address
• City
• State, if relevant
• Postcode
• Country

College Board 2026 says you may order up to two archived score reports per form, not including your personal copy.

Before you send checklist:

• Check the university’s exact admissions address.
• Ask whether the university needs official AP scores from College Board.
• Confirm the deadline.
• Make sure your name matches your AP record.
• Sign the form.
• Use a valid credit card.

AP Archived Score Request Form]

How Much It Costs to Send Archived AP Scores

Archived AP score report fee

College Board 2026 lists the archived AP score report fee as $25 per report. Payment is by credit card only.

If you list one or more institutions on the form, College Board says you receive a personal confirmation copy at no extra charge. If you request only a personal copy, the charge is $25.

How Long Archived AP Score Reports Take

15 business days and first-class mail

College Board 2026 says archived AP score reports are sent by first-class mail within 15 business days of receiving the request. A confirmation copy is also sent to the mailing address on the form.

There are two timing issues UK applicants should not miss:

• Overnight or express mailing is not available.
• College Board cannot confirm whether the university received the archived score report.

College Board 2026 advises students to contact the college or university directly to confirm receipt.

UK deadline warning: if your offer depends on AP scores, contact the university before sending the form. Ask where the report should go and whether they accept a confirmation copy while waiting for the official report.

Sending AP Scores to UK Universities

Why UK applicants should check the university first

College Board International 2026 says most UK universities accept SAT and/or AP Exam scores for undergraduate programmes, and some may require them. It also tells students to check the university website or contact admissions directly for current policies.

UCAS 2026 adds another important point. For most international qualifications, students may need to send results to the university themselves. Different course providers can also have different policies for receiving proof of results.

That means your safest route is simple: check the university first, then send the archived AP score report to the correct place.

UCAS sending exam results

Oxford and Cambridge examples

UK universities do not all use the same AP rules.

Cambridge 2026 says it requires a minimum of five AP Test scores at Score 5, usually within a two-year period, and expects relevant AP subjects for the course.

Oxford 2026 lists international qualification requirements by country and course level, and tells students to check the relevant course page for subject and grade requirements.

These examples show why students should not rely on one general AP rule for every UK university.

College Board study in the UK

Archived AP Scores vs Normal AP Score Sending

Which route should you use?

Use this simple comparison:

College Board 2026 says normal AP score reports include current and past AP Exam scores unless the student withholds or cancels scores. But archived scores before 2018 are handled through the mail or fax request route.

Common Mistakes That Delay Archived AP Score Requests

Errors to avoid before sending the form

The main problems are usually small form mistakes, not complicated rules.

Avoid these errors:

• Using the archived form when your last AP Exam was in 2018 or later.
• Forgetting to sign the form.
• Using a different name without giving enough matching details.
• Leaving out the university code or address.
• Assuming UCAS will send AP results automatically.
• Waiting until the final week before a UK deadline.
• Expecting express delivery.
• Looking for archived request orders inside the AP Scores website.

College Board 2026 says archived score request orders are not reflected on the AP Scores website.

What to Do After You Send the Form

How to follow up with the university

After you send the form, keep a record of:

• The date you mailed or faxed it.
• The institution details you used.
• Your confirmation copy, when it arrives.
• Any email from the university admissions team.

Then contact the university directly. Ask whether they have received the report, or whether they need anything else from you.

This matters because College Board 2026 says it cannot confirm if or when the archived score report is received by the designated institution.

FAQs About Archived AP Scores

Can I get a copy of my old AP scores?

Yes. College Board 2026 says you can request a personal copy of your archived AP scores using the AP Archived Score Request Form. The fee still applies.

Can I send archived AP scores online?

No. If your last AP Exam was before 2018, College Board 2026 says archived scores can only be sent through a mail or fax request.

How much does it cost to send archived AP scores?

The fee is $25 per report, and payment is by credit card only, according to College Board 2026.

How long does College Board take to send archived AP scores?

College Board 2026 says archived AP score reports are sent by first-class mail within 15 business days of receiving the request.

Do UK universities accept AP scores?

Many do, but the rule is not the same everywhere. College Board International 2026 says most UK universities accept SAT and/or AP Exam scores, but students should check each university’s current policy.

Conclusion

To send archived AP scores, first check whether your last AP Exam was before 2018. If it was, use the AP Archived Score Request Form, not the normal online score system.

The key rules are straightforward: the fee is $25 per report, payment is by credit card only, and the form must be mailed or faxed to AP Services. College Board sends archived reports by first-class mail within 15 business days after receiving the request.

For UK applicants, the most important step is to contact the university before sending the form. Confirm the address, deadline, and whether they need the official report directly from College Board. A few minutes of checking can prevent a slow score report from becoming an admissions problem.

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