DSA 2022

[sheelamable]

Hi!!!

Did anyone receive Interview mail from NUSH? Interview will be held on July 26
When will be the Round 2 results out?

[phtthp]

Daddy with one son\" post_id=\"2075224\" time=\"1658241161\" user_id=\"102861:[quote=\"Daddy with one son\" post_id=2075224 time=1658241161 user_id=102861]
How did you get the 1,200 IP slots?[/quote]

Refer Straits time article, in year 2020 that said -

3600 seats went to DSA

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/parenting-education/3600-students-admitted-through-dsa-in-2020

[hewell]

SG_KP1\" post_id=\"2075223\" time=\"1658240931\" user_id=\"188234:

Here are some stats I've posted before. I think the IP applications / vacancy is >10x (or < 10%). However, we don't know how many unique applicants there were for the ~1,200 IP slots. The chance of acceptance for IP (CO or WL converted) is likely lower than the overall DSA percentage of ~30% but probably not as low as 10%.

Regardless, the challenge of this is that these are only the unconditional odds (whatever they are). The conditional odds for any one kid could be very different.

Anyways, good luck to those that are still in the running :rahrah:

https://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=48&t=101834&p=2071048&hilit=dsa+applicants#p2071048

The interview we went to had 26 kids that day. I heard usually there are 2-3 spots available, let's say IP x1, O-Level x2. These are the odds I was expecting tbh. But if 10% is based on number of applicants, that would mean the number of places on offer could double or even triple. Our chance would be much higher. Fingers crossed 🤞

[BusyBee_mum]

Hello Parents, I’ve also received invitation from St Nic leadership. Apparently different dates issued as mentioned by other parents. But I don’t pin alot of hopes la (although my 2nd one has slightly better profile) as my eldest 4 years ago went through 3 schs interview n non she got in… hahaha…

[SG_KP1]

hewell\" post_id=\"2075251\" time=\"1658275260\" user_id=\"198034:

The interview we went to had 26 kids that day. I heard usually there are 2-3 spots available, let's say IP x1, O-Level x2. These are the odds I was expecting tbh. But if 10% is based on number of applicants, that would mean the number of places on offer could double or even triple. Our chance would be much higher. Fingers crossed 🤞

I think the issue is we only have total applicants / total spots. We don't have applicants and spots per each domain.

Here are some more stats. Quite frankly, they are all kind of useless but I'll type them anyways .

2021 IP Applications: 12,874 (41% of Total Applications).
-->Number of Unique Applicants:
-1 application per applicant = 12,847 applicants
-2 applications per applicant = 6,437 applicants
-3 applications per applicant = 4,291 applicants
*Overall applications per applicant is 2.6 (IP + Non-IP)

Assuming 1,233 IP spots (1/3 of 3,700), the success rate for the corresponding assumed applicants above is 10%, 19%, or 29%.

Truth is, as of now the odds have already shifted based on the shortlisting process. Based on different domains and number of kids shortlisted, I think the odds for some domains within a school could still be < 10% (i.e. 10+ shortlisted per available space) or as high as 30%-40%. It all depends on how many the school shortlisted and how many they are likely looking to take in (+/-). And more importantly, it still comes down to the individual applicant.

Anyways, if the child is still in the game then they still have a shot. My suggestion is don't worry about the odds too much. There's nothing we can do to change them and as mentioned my view is that the average odds are not really applicable to most. Good luck to all! :rahrah: :rahrah:

[jaspire]

Eunice72\" post_id=\"2075225\" time=\"1658241241\" user_id=\"98208:

Hi, has anyone received notification from RGS for Science? Thanks.

Dun think its out yet. Still waiting.

[sapphiree]

SG_KP1\" post_id=\"2075257\" time=\"1658277917\" user_id=\"188234:

I think the issue is we only have total applicants / total spots. We don't have applicants and spots per each domain.

Here are some more stats. Quite frankly, they are all kind of useless but I'll type them anyways .

2021 IP Applications: 12,874 (41% of Total Applications).
-->Number of Unique Applicants:
-1 application per applicant = 12,847 applicants
-2 applications per applicant = 6,437 applicants
-3 applications per applicant = 4,291 applicants
*Overall applications per applicant is 2.6 (IP + Non-IP)

Assuming 1,233 IP spots (1/3 of 3,700), the success rate for the corresponding assumed applicants above is 10%, 19%, or 29%.

Truth is, as of now the odds have already shifted based on the shortlisting process. Based on different domains and number of kids shortlisted, I think the odds for some domains within a school could still be < 10% (i.e. 10+ shortlisted per available space) or as high as 30%-40%. It all depends on how many the school shortlisted and how many they are likely looking to take in (+/-). And more importantly, it still comes down to the individual applicant.

Anyways, if the child is still in the game then they still have a shot. My suggestion is don't worry about the odds too much. There's nothing we can do to change them and as mentioned my view is that the average odds are not really applicable to most. Good luck to all! :rahrah: :rahrah:

Thanks for compiling these. it's a fantastic FEEL GOOD, maybe there is a higher chance for my child.
We know our kids best, roughly where he/she stands in this. I think ultimately enjoy the experience and emotional ride with DSA. cheers!

[Purple_Orchids21]

zac's mum\" post_id=\"2075192\" time=\"1658220553\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2075192 time=1658220553 user_id=53606]
Hi, are there kids who were shortlisted for Leadership this year, their profile is CCA leader (not Head Prefect etc)? I’m just curious.[/quote]

Hi!

My DD received the invite for Leadership at Temasek Sec. She is a CCA leader and Peer Support Leader (since P4) in her school. (Not school Prefect). We had applied for TMS, SCGS (Secondary) and TJC, but received invite only from TMS.

[Lavanya123]

Just now received an update from NUSH saying they are still processing the results and the outcome will be mailed by 8 August 2022. They seem very well coordinated and it was extremely nice of them to drop this note i feel

[zac's mum]

Purple_Orchids21\" post_id=\"2075300\" time=\"1658288717\" user_id=\"198030:

Hi!

My DD received the invite for Leadership at Temasek Sec. She is a CCA leader and Peer Support Leader (since P4) in her school. (Not school Prefect). We had applied for TMS, SCGS (Secondary) and TJC, but received invite only from TMS.

Thx for your reply & all the best to your DD!