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Early Entry Program for Year 12 Students

The ACPE Early Entry program is aimed at assessing potential HSC graduates based on your Year 11 results and predictive scores. Please note: this does not remove the requirement for completion of the HSC
Early Entry Program for Year 12 Students

Get an early offer before completing Year 12. We assess your Year 11 results and may offer you a place before your HSC exams.

Eligibility and requirements
Open to domestic and international Year 12 students studying in Australia.

Your Year 11 results will be assessed, particularly in subjects related to your chosen course. You must complete Year 12, including your HSC exams, before enrolling.

You should have completed at least four subjects, including English, and:

  • Health Science applicants: Mathematics, Health and Movement, Business Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics, or Investigating Science.
  • Dance applicants: Dance.
Early Entry Program for Year 12 Students applicable courses are:

Early Entry Program for Year 12 Students details

Application eligibility and selection criteria

Who is eligible to apply?

Current Australian Year 12 students

Domestic/international

Both

Selection criteria

Performance in relevant Year 11 subjects

Are there any scholarship options?

Yes, scholarships are awarded to the highest achiever upon enrolment at ACPE
Application dates and course/session info

When do applications open?

Monday, 2 March 2026

What courses can I apply for?

All courses

Which session can I enrol in?

Session 1 courses

For pathway entry, what is the articulation requirement?

NA, direct entry to award course
Offers and
acceptance

When and how are offers made?

Direct from ACPE from September onwards

Are there any conditions attached to offers?

Completed year 12 & sat at least 4 HSC subject exams or equivalent in interstate Year 12 exams
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