Students wishing to be considered for academic scholarships in Year 7, 9 & 11 in 2024 must register online (click this link) to sit the ACER Scholarship examination. The cost is $110 (inc GST). Registration is now open and closes at midnight AEDST Wednesday 22 February 2023. This registration fee is not refundable should you cancel.
The ACER Scholarship Examination will be held at Oran Park Anglican College on Saturday 4 March 2023. An invitation to sit the examination will be sent prior to the examination date, including location at the College and requirements for the exam. In the meantime, please advise the College if there are any changes to your contact details.
The ACER Scholarship Examination will be held in conjunction with the College’s Open Day for 2023 and we would encourage you to register for a tour and check out everything that the College has to offer your child.
All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their scholarship applications in April 2023.
In addition to completing the application to sit the ACER scholarship test (via the above link), students are required to submit a scholarship portfolio with the following information to the Enrolments Coordinator via email (enrolments@opac.nsw.edu.au):
- NAPLAN Results
- Recent School Reports
- UNSW ICAS Certificate Awards (or similar): i.e. High Distinction in Mathematics, Distinction in Science, etc.
- Summary of Extra Curricular Achievements in Music, Sport, Performing Arts or Drama
- Other relevant information that gives insight into the applicant’s interests and achievements
These details will be considered in conjunction with the results of the Academic Assessment Services.