The annual selection of Philippine Science High Scholar through its National Competitive Examination (NCE) has commenced and due to the onslaught of the pandemic, an alternative selection process will be utilized for this year.
Instead of the usual NCE taken by aspiring students of PSHS, admissions shall be through the PSHS Requirement for Admission, Criteria and Evaluation (RACE).
The selection process includes two stages: (1) Determination of the applicant’s predicted NCE grade (PNG) which is based on final grades in Science and Mathematics and (2) submission of essay and academic rank at the end of Grade 5 by those who qualify.
Application can be done through online at www.nce.pshs.edu.ph. However, the school will still accept applications for those who cannot apply online.
Grade 6 elementary pupils from a school duly recognized school by Department of Education who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for admission in Grade 7 for SY 2021-2022.
Applicants must:
- have a final grade of 85% or better in Science and Mathematics, evidenced by the report card. If the grades in Science or Mathematics are below 85%, then, applicants must provide evidence that they belong to the upper 10% of the batch;
- be a Filipino citizen with no pending or approved application as immigrant to any foreign country;
- not be more than 15 years old by June 30, 2020;
- have at least a satisfactory rating (or its equivalent) in the Character Rating reflected in the report card (SY 2019 - 2020);
- not have taken the PSHS NCE previously; and preferably, be in good health and fit to undergo a rigorous academic program.
Deadline of application:
October 22, 2021 (private schools)
October 29, 2021 (public schools)
