There are no published timelines or dates for Entrance tests, interviews and assessment for outcomes during the Late applications period (previously referred to as the Principal's Discretionary Process). These activities will occur around normal school operations and in response to vacancies arising.
The application
To
apply, one parent/carer is required to register their details as the
Primary contact for their child ('the applicant') in the Queensland
Academies Portal. Once registered, the Primary contact parent/carer is
able to register the applicant's details and start a new application for
the applicant. Only a parent/carer registered as an applicant's Primary contact can start or edit an application.
For
the Year 10 entry application, the Primary contact Parent/carer will be
prompted to provide information from and/or attach the following
documentation in the online application:
- A recent photograph of the applicant (a school ID or passport-style photo taken within the last 2 years)
- Evidence of identity and citizenship -
details from the applicant's birth certificate, passport and, where
applicable, visa evidence (Australian and New Zealand permanent
residents, international students and temporary residents). A physical
copy of the applicant's Birth Certificate may need to be sighted - we
will inform you if this is required.
- 2 most recent semester school reports
- NAPLAN results for Year 3, 5, 7, and 9 (or a reason why this cannot be provided—Year 9 NAPLAN may be requested once available).
- if an applicant is seeking Access Arrangements or Reasonable Adjustments (AARA) in the entrance test, please read the 'AARA' section of our Entrance Test Policy. Medical diagnosis letters/reports, supporting documentation from the current school or authority (eg learning plan, NAPLAN-approved adjustments,
if available): should generally be no more than 3 years old. Letters
must be on official letterhead and give clear information on the
candidate's condition as it affects their ability to sit the entrance
test, and specify recommended adjustments.
- Evidence of giftedness (where available)*.
Formal assessment or report issued by a suitably qualified
professional, school Guidance Officer or Gifted Education
Coordinator. Only provide where the author of the report has given
written consent to share this.
*Queensland Academies nurtures the development of Highly Capable Learners:
students who have high levels of natural academic abilities, a record
of strong academic performance, and are motivated to learn. Some highly
capable learners have also been formally assessed for giftedness. Where
available, information in reports may be used to assist the school in
understanding a successful candidate's learning needs. Many highly
capable learners have not undertaken such assessments; there is no
requirement to undertake formal assessment for giftedness. Learn more
about how we nurture the development of Highly Capable and/or Gifted Learners, at Queensland Academies.
Edutest Entrance Exam Information
Students will undertake the Edutest entrance exam as part of the selective-entry process. Applicants
seeking special consideration for the entrance test should contact the Queensland Academies Admissions Team on (07) 3377 9366 prior to lodging their application. You can also visit the Edutest website and contact Edutest directly for more information and sample test questions at https://www.edutest.com.au.
Applicants who are required to sit the Entrance Test at a remote venue (ie. Other than at QACI), must contact both admissions@qa.eq.edu.au and remote@edutest.com.au
immediately upon completing your application. Depending on personal
circumstances and location, remote testing arrangements can take several
weeks to organise. Early contact with Edutest is strongly advised.
Please read the full Entrance Test Policy before applying.
We do not distribute individual test results or parent reports.
Selective-entry Interview
Applicants invited to attend a campus interview must bring the following:
The
purpose of this sample is for the applicant to use it as a basis to
respond to questions during the interview as well as communicate reasons
they should be considered for a place at the campus for which they are
applying. A portfolio of awards and certificates is not required. The
sample of work should be from an area of the applicant's interest and
should demonstrate academic excellence and innovation. The work sample
should evidence an extended piece of writing or journaling; examples may
include anything from a scientific research assignment, to a creative
piece with supporting written analysis, to a school assignment.
A statement of academic journey
This
statement should be a maximum of one A4 page, font size Arial 10,
outlining the applicant's academic journey, including the highlights and
challenges.
Re-interview arrangements
The Principal will reinterview an applicant where further information or clarity is required.
Notice of Outcome
Outcomes are notified via email.
Applicants will receive either:
letter of offer; or
notification of unsuccessful outcome; or
notification
that a place is not being offered at this time but that their candidacy will continue to be considered for a place. Further documentation may be requested.
Application fees
Application fee (Year 10 in 2027): $270.00 (non-refundable)
Late Application fee: $300.00 (non-refundable)
Please
note that we cannot accept some payments via international credit/debit
cards or from overseas. If you are experiencing issues with this,
please email admissions@qa.eq.edu.au.
Remote online testing incurs an additional fee. See the Edutest website for more details.
Refund policy: All
application fees are final and non-refundable. This includes where: an
application is withdrawn; an application is submitted with incorrect
information; an application is unsuccessful; an application is submitted
in error, or for the wrong program; an application is submitted for a
candidate who is not eligible to apply for that program; a Mid-course
entry application where the Principal determines course continuity is
not possible; a successful application where the candidate is unable to
commence studies on the offered commencement date; an applicant is
unable to complete the application process.
There is no
application process for scholarships. Eligible students and their
parents/carers will be contacted by the relevant principal should
opportunities arise. Applicants seeking fee relief need to refer to the Fee Relief Information and Procedure upon receiving a successful Letter of Offer outcome.
Before you apply
The
following policy and process documents will take you to the Queensland
Academies Admissions Portal to commence your application.
Please read following prior to lodging your application.