The ATAR and applying through UAC.
Explore the significance of the ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) and the UAC (Universities Admissions Centre) application process for Year 12 students. Learn about how UAC processes applications, calculates ATAR scores, and the key factors that influence ATAR rankings. Gain insights into ATAR calculation, scaling, and its role in university admissions. Understand the competitive landscape through the story of the ATAR with real-world examples. Prepare yourself for applying to various institutions using UAC and optimizing your chances for a successful academic journey.
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The ATAR and The ATAR and applying applying through UAC. through UAC. Year 12 2023
What is UAC? Processes applications for 28 different institutions Administers applications for all access schemes Calculates the ATAR for all NSW HSC students 2
HSC v ATAR Performance v Position Your ATAR is like your position in a race You can t control the place you came in the race. You can only control your performance. 4
What is the ATAR? Australian Tertiary Admission Rank Your overall position A number between 0.00 and 99.95 Used by universities to rank and select students 5
ATAR Calculation 1 unit 2 units of English 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit Best 2 units of English Best 8 of remaining units (which may include 2 units of Category B courses) 6
Scaling It s the first step in the calculation of the ATAR Performed to create a level playing field by removing differences between courses Done so that no student is advantaged or disadvantaged because of their subject choice 7
Scaling truths Based on the academic ability of students within each course. Scaled mean of a course indicates the strength of the competition. High/low scaled mean a high/low ATAR. Course is irrelevant: just do well! 8
The story of the ATAR 2022 median ATAR 71.25 Fred Laura Median HSC Mark 71 74 83 79 75 83 Course HSC Mark Percentile HSC Mark Percentile Biology Business Studies English Advanced Mathematics Advanced Modern History Visual Arts ATAR 70 70 70 70 70 70 49 38 8 26 35 9 80 80 80 80 80 80 75 68 37 54 69 39 61.00 80.00 9
Applying through UAC For Year 12 students
UAC Key Dates Applications OPEN preference CLOSE preference CLOSE Offers RELEASED Early bird CLOSE SRS applications ATAR RELEASE SRSChange of RELEASED SRS Offers Change of CLOSE 14 Dec 21 Dec 5 April 18 Sept 3 Nov 15 Dec 29 Sept 10 Nov 11
Prepare Research Research Investigate Investigate Check Check Open days Expos Websites All course possibilities which include: Diplomas and prep-courses Selection criteria and early closing dates Presentation title 12
Apply Online Online UAC PIN UAC PIN USI USI Open 5 April You will need your NESA number and UAC PIN UAC will email your UAC PIN the day applications OPEN You will need your USI to complete your application https://www.usi.gov.au/ 13
Educational Access Scheme For students with a disadvantage Apply through your UAC application Must provide supporting documents Special consideration which may increase your selection rank Not a guarantee of entry 14
Schools Recommendation Scheme Early offer scheme through UAC Apply online through UAC Open to all Year 12 students Entry based on Year 11 results and school s recommendation Unconditional offers made in November Conditional offers can be made in November only, with conditions such as EAS eligibility or minimum ATAR 15
Other early entry schemes Direct applications There are many additional direct applications for early entry Students can apply for all or none; the choice is yours UAC recommends that students don t list the same preference on the UAC and direct applications Only list the same preference on the UAC application if an early entry offer is not given Presentation title 16
Equity Scholarships Financial assistance when you are at uni Apply online through UAC Criteria based on Centrelink or other disadvantages Must supply supporting documents Is open to new and current students 17
Whats your selection Rank? Selection ranks and adjustment factors The ATAR is your selection rank Adjustment factors may be added to your ATAR which changes your selection rank Five types of adjustments Subject Location EAS Elite Athlete or performer Additional selection criteria ATAR EAS Subject adjustment Location Adjustment Additional criteria 18
What are preferences? You can list up to 5 preferences A university preference is the courses/s you want to be considered for. Each preference has a course code that indicated the course, uni and campus you would like. You can list up to five at any one time. You should list your course preferences in order of your preference. You can change your preferences between offer rounds. Presentation title 19
Change of preferences Once you have your ATAR Check the courses LSR Be realistic with your preference choice Order your course choices in order of how you wish to b e considered placing your dream course as No 1 Monitor all change of preferences closing dates Presentation title 20
Accept Offers should be accepted as there s no guarantee of another offer Change preferences in time for next offer round Enrol or defer but follow instructions from the university 21
Top tips Don t lose sight of your goals. Make sure you leave your options open and explore all course possibilities. Make sure your preferences are in order of your preference Track the closing dates Remember the ATAR is only one pathway into university 22
Connect with us: uac.edu.au uacinfo Thank you.
