A) demonstrate a strong passion or aptitude through:

1. Work attachments;

2. Sustained involvement in projects; and

3. Outstanding performance in competitions e.g. Maths/Science Olympiads.

OR

B) possess exceptional talent in areas such as:

Sports

1. Applicant has obtained awards or achievements at zonal / national sports competitions; or
2. Applicant is a national player.

Arts

1. Applicant has obtained awards or achievements at zonal / national arts events (e.g. SYF Award); or
2. Applicant is a performer for an arts group (e.g. Singapore National Youth Orchestra, Theatreworks etc.).

Community Service

1. Applicant was a key appointment holder in the organising committee of a project that was designed to benefit the community at large (beyond the secondary school).

Leadership

1. Applicant was a key appointment holder in a CCA group and had organised school-wide events and beyond.

Entrepreneurship

1. Applicant has obtained awards or achievements at inter-school entrepreneurship events; or
2. Applicant is performing a key role in the setting up or management of a business.

Applicants will be assessed based on the following indicators:

1. Portfolio of awards or achievements;
2. Performance at selection audition/trial; and/or
3. Performance at selection interview; and/or
4. Recommendations from school principals or relevant organisations.

Applicants are expected to produce/provide documentary proof of the statements made in their applications (concerning their passion, aptitude and talent/achievement in sports, arts, community service, entrepreneurship and leadership). Shortlisted applicants will be required to submit these documents at each of the auditions/trials/interviews/aptitude tests.