NUS High School of Mathematics and Science - Admissions

Admissions

Students are admitted to the school at Year 1 or Year 3 after a selection process comprising tests and group activities in which they are assessed for their understanding and passion in mathematics and the sciences. The school attracts the top 10% of Singapore’s national cohort of primary school students. Annually, it receives over 2000 applications for 170 places from both local and international students for its Year 1 admissions. Competition for the 30 Year 3 places is equally strong.

Pupils are assessed by one or more of the following indicators:

• Academic performance in school, particularly in Mathematics and Science;
• Teachers’ recommendations on pupil’s learning aptitude and academic potential;
• Performance in activities during the Mathematics and Science Camp organised by the NUS High School;
• Performance in admission test or interview;
• Results in the PSLE.