To be certain of the academic background of each pupil, they must pass both written and oral entrance examinations. These are conducted annually, subject to DepEd’s issuance of the school year calendar.
In order to qualify for the written entrance examination, all applicants must be graduating elementary pupils from either public or private elementary schools who belong to the top ten percent (10%) of the graduating class. Each pupil-applicant must have a grade of at least 87% in Science, Math, and English, and of at least 85% in all other subject areas as reflected in the pupil’s Form 9 (Report Card). An original or certified true copy of the pupil-applicant’s report card (Form 9) must also be submitted.
A preliminary screening and elimination is conducted by the Department Heads to determine if the above qualifications are met. Qualified applicants will then take the Science, Math, Mental Aptitude Examinations, and Project Pitching. Examinees must get a standard percentage as mandated by DepEd guidelines for Science High Schools. Successful examinees will proceed to the panel interview, covering all subject areas, to be administered by a committee of teachers and afterwards undergo project pitching.
The top 175 Grade 7 applicants from among all those who passed are given priority for enrollment. The rest of the passers will be waitlisted. The priority applicants must confirm their intention to enroll in the school and must submit not later than 15 days after results have been posted with the following requirements: four (4) copies of 1x1 ID picture; four (4) certified true copies of birth certificate, original report card, six-year notarized contract with the school, and a medical and dental certificate. Should there be priority applicants who will decide not to enroll or fail to confirm within the period prescribed, vacant slots will be given to waitlisted applicants. However, students who are already enrolled but would like to voluntarily withdraw are required to submit a letter of intent subject for approval of the School Head.
Senior High School students must come from a Science High School and must comply with the abovementioned requirements for admission.
All Grade 7 enrollees and transferees will be required to attend an orientation before the start of the school year.
RETENTION REQUIREMENTS
Upholding the core value of Excellence, Cebu City National Science High School imposes standards for the retention of scholars. CCNSHS scholars must maintain a grade of at least 87% in Science, Mathematics, and English, and a grade of at least 85% in all other subject areas. Failure to meet the grade requirement shall be a cause for transfer to another school. (RM 261 s. 2023)