Academic Scholarship
Academic Scholarships registrations are now closed for entry into Year 7 or Year 10 2027.
Examination date
The examination date is Saturday 25 October at Ivanhoe Grammar School. Students must attend the Campus (selected at the time of registration) in person for testing on this date. Alternate testing dates are not available.
Frequently asked questions
What can my child do to prepare?
The test is designed to assess skills the student has been developing during their years at school. These skills include:
- the ability to interpret, infer, deduce, and think critically.
- comprehension skills
- problem-solving skills
- reasoning skills
The test is not curriculum-based and does not test the ability to retrieve learned knowledge, so there is no advantage in trying to ‘cram’ for the test. Being relaxed and calm is most important.
For further general test information including:
- test structure
- to download free sample questions or purchase practice tests
- exam tips and strategies
- or to log in to your Parent Account
Please visit the ACER website using the following link www.acer.org/scholarship-parents
Where is the exam held?
- Students applying for a scholarship at the Plenty Campus will attend Plenty Campus in Doreen to sit the test
- Students applying for a scholarship at the Ivanhoe Campus will attend the Ivanhoe Campus, in Ivanhoe, to sit the test
- Detailed information regarding testing day will be sent via email a week before testing
What to bring
- two (2) blue or black pens for the written expression section of the test
- two (2) HB or B pencils for the multiple-choice sections of the test
- a good eraser
- A nut free snack
- Water bottle
- Medications as listed on the Medical Consent form (e.g., Ventolin and Epi pens)
What to expect if a student is successful?
An Academic Scholarship offers a reduction in the net tuition fees of up to 50% until the student completes their secondary education (Year 12).
How many Scholarships are offered?
This varies from year to year and is determined by the calibre of the candidates in any given year.
When can we expect to hear from the School?
Approximately three weeks after the testing date.
When can we expect to hear from the School?
Approximately 3 weeks after the testing date.
Will we receive a report?
Yes, all applicants will receive instructions from ACER on how to download their child’s report, approximately three weeks after testing.
