How to Calculate the 2026 High School Graduation Score: Official Formula and Detailed Example

Weighting of Examination Scores and Grade 12 Academic Records

Accordingly, the 2026 academic transcript admission score is calculated as follows:

Mandatory Requirements

• Mathematics or Literature must be included in the subject combination, with a weighting of at least one-third of the total score (i.e., at least 10 out of 30 points).
• The admission score is converted to a 30-point scale.
• Subject Score (BM) is calculated as:

$$\text{BM} = \frac{\text{Grade 10 Semester 1 Average} + \text{Grade 10 Semester 2 Average} + \text{Grade 11 Semester 1 Average} + \text{Grade 11 Semester 2 Average} + \text{Grade 12 Semester 1 Average} + \text{Grade 12 Semester 2 Average}}{6}$$

(If a subject in the admission combination was not studied for all six semesters of high school due to a change in subject selection, the academic result of a closely related subject may be used as a substitute.)

(1) Admission Combinations Based on the Average Academic Results of Grades 10, 11, and 12 for at Least Three Subjects (30-point Scale)

Admission Score = Σ (Subject Score × Weighting Factor)

Example with Three Subjects

$$\text{Admission Score} = M_1 \times w_1 + M_2 \times w_2 + M_3 \times w_3$$

Conditions:

$$w_1 + w_2 + w_3 = 3$$

Mathematics or Literature must have a weighting factor of at least 1.

Example:

• Mathematics (weight 1.5)
• Physics (weight 1.0)
• Chemistry (weight 0.5)

$$\text{Admission Score} = \text{Mathematics} \times 1.5 + \text{Physics} \times 1.0 + \text{Chemistry} \times 0.5$$

(2) Admission Combinations Based on the Average Academic Results of Grades 10, 11, and 12 for at Least Two Subjects (Including Mathematics or Literature) and a Foreign Language Certificate

$$\text{Admission Score} = M_1 \times w_1 + M_2 \times w_2 + \text{Converted Foreign Language Score} \times w_3$$

Example:

• Mathematics (weight 1.5)
• Physics (weight 1.0)
• Converted IELTS score (weight 0.5)

$$\text{Admission Score} = \text{Mathematics} \times 1.5 + \text{Physics} \times 1.0 + \text{Converted IELTS Score} \times 0.5$$

Failing Scores and Graduation Eligibility Requirements

In addition to the overall graduation score, candidates should pay close attention to regulations regarding failing scores and the mandatory requirements for graduation recognition. These factors can directly affect the final outcome of the examination.

What Is a Failing Score?

According to current regulations issued by the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET), any examination subject with a score of 1.0 or below is considered a failing score.

If a candidate receives a failing score in even one subject, they will not be eligible for high school graduation, regardless of how high their total score may be.

Requirements for High School Graduation in 2026

To be recognized as a high school graduate, a candidate must:

• Take all required examination subjects.
• Comply with examination regulations.
• Have no failing scores in any subject.
• Achieve a graduation score of 5.0 or higher.

Priority Points and Bonus Points

In addition to examination scores, many students may receive extra points through priority or bonus-point policies.

Priority Points for University Admission (2026)

• Area 1 (KV1): +0.75 points (students from extremely disadvantaged, remote, or mountainous areas).
• Area 2 – Rural (KV2-NT): +0.50 points.
• Area 2 (KV2): +0.25 points.
• Area 3 (KV3): No additional points.

Note: Priority points are gradually reduced for candidates with very high examination scores; when the total score reaches the maximum threshold, priority points may be reduced to zero.

Direct Admission and Priority Admission Categories

The Ministry of Education and Training also provides direct admission and priority admission policies for the following groups:

• Heroes of Labor, Heroes of the People’s Armed Forces, and National Emulation Fighters may be directly admitted to programs specified by higher education institutions.
• Candidates with outstanding achievements in national or international competitions organized or endorsed by the Ministry of Education and Training or the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism may be considered for direct admission to relevant academic programs.

These include:

• First, second, or third prize winners in national or international academic competitions, provided the award was obtained within three years before admission.
• First, second, or third prize winners in national or international science and technology competitions organized or endorsed by MOET, provided they meet the minimum admission requirements and the award was obtained within three years.
• Official prize winners in international arts competitions (music, dance, fine arts, etc.) recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, with awards obtained within four years before admission.
• Members of national teams participating in official international sporting events, including the World Championships, World Cup, Olympic Games, Asian Games (ASIAD), Asian Championships, Asian Cup, Southeast Asian Championships, Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), and Southeast Asian Cup, who have completed their assigned duties as certified by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Achievements must have been obtained within four years before admission.
• First, second, or third prize winners in ASEAN Skills Competitions or WorldSkills Competitions nominated by MOET, with awards obtained within three years before admission.
• Candidates holding a diploma in teacher education with a grade of Good or higher, or a grade of Fair plus at least two years of relevant work experience, may be directly admitted to College-level Early Childhood Education programs, among other eligible programs.