New zealand scholarship eligibility test
The New Zealand Scholarship eligibility test is a standardized test that is required for students who wish to apply for a New Zealand Scholarship. The test is designed to assess a student's academic ability and potential to succeed in a New Zealand Scholarship program.
Here are the eligibility criteria for the New Zealand Scholarship eligibility test:
Age: Students must be between 15 and 19 years old (inclusive) on December 31st of the year they sit the test.
Nationality: Students must be a citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand, or a citizen of a country that has a reciprocal agreement with New Zealand.
Academic qualifications: Students must have completed their secondary education (Year 11 to Year 13) or equivalent, and have achieved a minimum of 50% in their final year of secondary school.
Subjects: The test is available in the following subjects:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
- Te Reo Māori (for Māori students only)
Test format: The test is a multiple-choice test, consisting of 60 questions. The test is divided into two sections:
- Section A: 30 questions, covering a range of topics in the subject area
- Section B: 30 questions, covering more in-depth topics in the subject area
Test duration: The test is 1 hour and 15 minutes long.
Scoring: Students are awarded a score out of 100, based on their performance in the test. The score is used to determine their eligibility for a New Zealand Scholarship.
Eligibility criteria: To be eligible for a New Zealand Scholarship, students must:
- Achieve a minimum score of 60% in the test
- Meet the academic requirements for their chosen scholarship program
- Be enrolled in a New Zealand Scholarship program
- Meet any additional eligibility criteria specified by the scholarship program
It's worth noting that the New Zealand Scholarship eligibility test is not the only requirement for eligibility for a New Zealand Scholarship. Students must also meet the academic requirements for their chosen scholarship program, and may need to meet additional eligibility criteria specified by the scholarship program.