There are quite a few things in life that depend on ranking. Being accepted into the Philippine Science High School (PhiSci) is one of them. It’s no surprise, really, considering that the institution helps local budding mathematicians and scientists to realize their full potential.
As is the case with its science high school brethren, the beginning of a PhiSci’s student’s high school life starts with a stringent screening process. Let’s take a closer look at that.
Conditions for PhiSci Eligibility
Keep the magic number ten in mind: PhiSci draws the line when it requires potential students to be part of the upper ten percent of their graduating class, based on their Grade 5 ranking. This ranking must be certified by their respective school’s principal.
What if the students don’t belong to the cream of the crop, though? The good news is that PhiSci will still consider their application, provided they show proof of their skill in English and the hard sciences (i.e., through letters of recommendation and report cards).
Furthermore, student hopefuls must also take and pass the National Competitive Examination (NCE). This is basically a Scholastics Aptitude Test (SAT). The exam will focus on four main components: Verbal Aptitude, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Ability and Scientific Ability.
Requirements for Application
The requirements don’t stop there, though: For one thing, they must be Filipino citizens with no intention of migrating in the near future. They must also be no older than fifteen years by the June 30, 2010. Good health and good moral character (again, written certification from school authorities is needed) are also musts.
Document-wise, PhiSci will ask for the usual 1 x 1 ID pictures, the report card and the completed application form (in duplicate). A one hundred peso processing fee applies to students coming from private schools; it’s automatically waived for those from public schools, though.
The cool thing about securing and filing an NCE application form is that you’re not limited to the PhiSci campus alone. Just search out any regional office of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) or a regional PhiSci campus in your area. Take a look at this list for the one closest to you.
Important PhiSci Dates and Further Inquiries
August 31, 2009: deadline for application filing for school year 2010-2011
November 7, 2009: NCE date for school year 2010-2011
February 2010: estimated release of exam results
As of this writing, the application process is already underway, with the deadliest deadline being the last day of August, 2009. There’s no official release date for results yet, as everything will depend on a variety of factors (such as the number of test takers). The Admission Office folks estimate that the results should be out by February 2010.
Things may change sometime between then and now, so it’s always a good idea to keep communication lines open. Feel free to get in touch with the PhiSci folks at 9240639, 9291603, 9265701 or 4341066. Facsimiles may also reach them at the first two numbers.
Alternatively, you may also visit the campus grounds themselves. The main one is located along Agham Road, Diliman, Quezon City. For the regional campuses, just visit this page to find out how you can get in touch with them.
Suggested Reading:
1. Science High School Entrance Exam: Abstract Reasoning Portion Tips and Coverage
2. Science High School Entrance Exam: English Portion Tips and Coverage
3. Science High School Entrance Exam: Science Portion Tips and Coverage
4. Science High School Entrance Exam: Math Portion Tips and Coverage
5. Increasing Your Chances of Passing the Philippine Science High School Entrance Test
6. The Science of Applying for a Spot in a Science High School
7. Philippine Science High Schools’ Culture and Campus Life
8. What to Expect When Studying in a Science High School
9. Financing Your Studies in Philippine Science High Schools
10. The Advantages of Studying in a Science High School
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kailan ang test sa davao
kailan ang schedule date
.. i have a SISter,, gusto niya makapasOk sa school nyu,,, she was currently enrolled at Cor jesu COLLEGE ryt now as a First year high school student..
pwedi ba xang maka 2ndyear jan sa inyu??? nextyear???? If pwedi anu ba dapat gawin?
plz reply. Thanks..:))
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kapag po ba nawala yung report card pwede pa po bang kumuha ng bago?
What shall i do with a high grade with an “NI” in conduct
What does NI stand for?
ask ko lang poh,kung what exact date lalabas yung results ng passers for the school year 2010-2011?tnx.,!
~!god bless!~
will there be another entrance exam for school year 2011-2012? I really hope so
gud day. may we ask for room asignment and examinee number of Angelou A. Elbanbuena of Montevista Central Elementary School for the coming exam on November 6, 2010?
pde po bang mg tnong kung may schedule na po sa mga next batch ng mga high schools.
wl pa pong dumadating na confirmation letter plz… pano po q mae iinquire ?
tawagan mo lng kmi…o kaya kmi ang tatawag sa iyo..ibigay mo lng number mo..
ikw nalang magbigay sakin ng number mobile number..ok plzz
good day, ask ko lang po kung paano ko malalaman kung iyong application paper na isend ko through lbc ay n process ng phil sci. narito kasi kami s quezon province and ipinadala nalang namin yung paper para sa entrance exam. thanks po.
ask lng po ako kung kailan ang entrance exam para sa pisay sa davao kasi mag try ako ng take ng exam at hindi ko po alam ang office ng dost at ano ano po ang requirements
Hi Paul,
You’ll find the answers to your questions in the article “Philippine Science High School Entrance Exam 2011 Application Ongoing.”
As for the DOST office nearest you, please check the list of Regional DOST Offices at the DOST website. Next, follow the link to the website of your region’s DOST office. It should have a list of your region’s Provincial Science and Technology Centers.
are there any other dates for the entrance exams?
are there any other dates for the entrance exams? my daughter wont be able to take the nov.6 exam beacause she has a competition to go to.
Would a provincial applicant who passed the NCE be considered to enroll at the main campus, or would he automatically be assigned to a regional campus? What if the parents are planning to move to NCR, would he be given a slot at the main campus? Thank you for any information that could shed light as we consider matters relating to our child’s application.
Hi Mae,
Well, students who pass the PSHS-NCE are assigned a specific campus (check the PSHS-NCE online results page to see the campus where your child has been assigned). If your child has been allocated a slot to a provincial campus but needs to get into the main campus, you’ll have to apply through appropriate channels (i.e. through PSHS) for the transfer.
helo po scholar po ba si paul vibncent pedere dyan thanks po… sana mag reply po kayo…
Hi Mikay,
I did a quick search at the PSHS NCE results page (http://www.pshs.edu.ph/listgen/listgen.php) and found his name, so that means he passed. Visit PSHS-NCE results page to see for yourself.
where i will find the posted results of the entrance examination and when?
@Hannah,
You’ll find the answer in this post: PSHS-NCE Results Are Out.
Hi,
I just wanted to ask if the November 7, 2009 exam results are out already. My daughter took the exams. Is the link a reliable one http://www.pshs.edu.ph/listgen/listgen.php.?
Thanks!
@jennygon18
That link will definitely take you to the search page for the PSHS-NCE results. You can also go to the PSHS website home (www.pshs.edu.ph), look for the news about the PSHS-NCE results and you will find a clickable link there that will take you to the same page.
why? bkit la pa result na naipopost!
@dijay,
What do you mean? The results are not posted, per se, but they are searchable in the PSHS website. Use this link to access the results search page: http://www.pshs.edu.ph/listgen/listgen.php.
I am preparing my kid to take the test next year for school year 2010-2011. May i know if the school has come up with atleast a tentative date for admission test?
Also is the application available online?
Thanks much!
@Tasja
If your son/daughter is an incoming freshman this 2010, then it’s too late to get into Pisay. The application period is over and the entrance exam has already been administered (November 7, 2009). Now, we are just waiting for the results of that exam.
If your son/daughter will be an incoming high school freshman in 2011, however, then it’s still too early. Application should start in July, 2010 and the exam should be sometime in November, 2010. The application form is available online, but it hasn’t been updated yet. It’s still for 2010 incoming freshmen hopefuls.
I want to take an entrance exam. When will be the your entrance exam schedules for incoming Freshmen for 2011? Can I also get the application form online? Thank you.
Hi Nichole,
Application for the PSHS-NCE generally picks up in the third quarter; application deadline last year formally ended in August but was extended till the first week of September. The exam should be in November again. Philippine Science High School will probably make the application form available and downloadable online; just wait for it. You may also get an application form from any Philippine Science High School campus or any DOST office.
when will the results of the exams be released?,they said the first week of january but i cant find the results anywhere
@miyah,
You’re right. The results are not online (yet). Letters should have been sent out, though. Ask your school or your post office about it.
good morning!Im one of the examinees of the said exam just want to know when will it be released??
please
paki check naman po itong mga names na given sa baba kung nakapasa sila
Pamela Micole Tonson
Ma.Manibel Ibanez
Patrice Stephanie Gabrielle Punay
@?,
I’m sorry, but the online search function for PSHS-NCE passers is not up yet. We have no way of checking the names you gave. Just be on the lookout for the PSHS letter. It should tell you whether you passed or not.
anong site po b pwedeng malaman ung resulta?
@nathalie,
Wala pa po online.
when is the result of the exam
can we be notified by email if ever the results have already been released?
hi.im one of the examiner for philsci last year for the search of good fortune.pls give the results now coz were very excited to know..hoping for a reply..good day!!!
kelan po ba result?
when will the pshs nce exam results be released?
when will the results of pshs entrance exam for 2010 for freshmen be posted?
we hope for the extension of accepting the application form..
we are requesting for extension in Philippine science high school entrance examination.
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