直接入学计划（DSA）

DIRECT SCHOOL ADMISSION EXERCISE 2025

Primary 6 students who are keen to join Hwa Chong Institution in 2026 are welcome to apply through the annual Direct School Admission (DSA) Exercise.

We encourage parents and students to make informed decisions when selecting schools, taking into account the student’s strengths, interests, and aspirations. It is important to consider each school's distinctive programmes, development opportunities and culture, as well as the specific academic and non-academic requirements for admission and talent development.

At Hwa Chong Institution, we are committed to nurturing the holistic development of every student. In 2026, we are excited to expand our suite of DSA talent areas with the introduction of:

• Art Elective Programme (AEP): For students with a passion and potential in the visual arts. Students admitted via this talent area will be enrolled in our Art Elective Programme, a rigorous and enriching curriculum designed to stretch students’ artistic and creative abilities, while deepening their understanding of visual culture and contemporary art practices.

• Entrepreneurship: For students who demonstrate initiative, creativity, and an enterprising spirit. This talent area will provide students with platforms to ideate, prototype, and launch innovative solutions to real-world problems, supported by mentorship and learning experiences in business, design thinking, and social impact.

These new domains complement our existing DSA talent areas such as leadership, STEM, humanities, sports, and performing arts.

Students admitted through DSA are expected to honour their commitment to HCI’s six-year Integrated Programme. They are required to actively participate in the talent development activities related to their selected talent area from Year 1 to Year 4.

Importantly, no Singaporean student will be denied a place at Hwa Chong Institution because of financial circumstances. The school offers a comprehensive range of financial assistance schemes, scholarships, and merit-based awards to ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive.

For FAQs on DSA admissions at HCI, please access the following link.

Direct School Admissions Schedule

Application for DSA-Sec can be submitted through the online DSA-Sec Portal. The application is free-of-charge and will be open from 7 May 2025, 11 am to 3 June 2025, 3 pm. 

For more details, please refer to MOE website – www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec. 

Sports DSA Trial Schedule

Weekday Trial Timings: 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Saturday Trial Timings: 8:30am to 12:30pm 

Updated on 05 June 2025

DSA Categories

Our DSA talent areas are shown in the table below.

We welcome students who demonstrate deep interest, aptitude and talents in the following domains:

Entrepreneurship 

We welcome students with an enterprising mindset - those who are passionate, resourceful, and driven to make a meaningful difference. Students who demonstrate any or all of the following qualities are encouraged to apply:

• Innovative Thinking: A curiosity to explore new ideas and challenge the status quo, especially in solving everyday problems

• Creative Problem-Solving: Enjoys identifying needs and opportunities, and is motivated to develop effective, out-of-the-box solutions

• Execution and Initiative: Shows passion and perseverance in turning ideas into impactful projects, whether through prototypes, campaigns, or ventures

Language and Humanities

Bilingualism: We welcome bilingual talents who demonstrate any or all of the following attributes:

• Passion and creativity in learning and using both the Chinese and English languages, with a deep appreciation for the cultures, values, and heritage of both the East and the West

• Proficiency in both written and spoken forms of Chinese and English, with the ability to engage thoughtfully across cultural contexts

• Curiosity and openness to engage in interdisciplinary learning and contribute to the bilingual and bicultural environment at HCI

Chinese Language: For students with a strong foundation in Chinese and a passion for deepening their proficiency in the language and culture.

Humanities: For students who show exceptional curiosity and ability in areas such as history, geography, current affairs, and interdisciplinary inquiry within the humanities.

Leadership

We welcome students with leadership potential who demonstrate any or all of the following qualities:

• A strong sense of purpose and commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others

• Active involvement and leadership in student organisations such as student councils, co-curricular activities (CCAs), or class committees

• Demonstrated ability to lead peers, inspire change, and contribute meaningfully to school life and the wider community

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Infocomm (Programming and/or Robotics): For students with experience or interest in computational thinking, coding, algorithmic problem-solving, or robotics applications.

Mathematics: For students who exhibit strong logical reasoning and mathematical problem-solving skills.

Science: For students with a keen interest in scientific inquiry and experimentation across disciplines such as Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. 

Sports and Games

We welcome student-athletes with passion, commitment, and strong achievements in sports. Students may demonstrate:

• A high level of proficiency and dedication in their chosen sport or game

• A strong record of achievement at the zonal, national, or international levels

• The discipline, teamwork, and resilience required to balance rigorous training with academic responsibilities

We invite applications from students with talent and experience in the following sports and games:

• Badminton

• Basketball

• Canoeing

• Chinese Weiqi

• Cross Country

• Fencing

• Judo

• Shooting

• Table Tennis

• Track and Field

• Volleyball

• Water Polo

• Wushu

Art Elective Programme (AEP)

We welcome students with artistic talents who demonstrate any or all of the following qualities:

• A strong passion for visual arts and creative expression, supported by fundamental technical skills and aesthetic sensitivity

• Interest in exploring diverse artistic media, techniques, and creative processes, including both traditional and contemporary art forms

• Motivation to grow as an artist, scholar, advocate, and leader in the arts community through sustained practice, reflection, and engagement

For more information about the different talent development programmes, please click here.

Direct School Admissions Selection Process

Applicants will be shortlisted based on information provided by MOE and the details submitted during the application process. 

Applicants without prior experience are also welcome to apply. The school will assess all applicants based on the selection criteria, including assessing the potential of the applicants.

Please include any relevant non-school-based awards or activities when completing the MOE DSA application. These should be additional achievements or talents gained through external activities or competitions not organized by the primary school. This section in the MOE DSA application form is not compulsory, and there is a limit of 10 entries.

School-based information, including academic results from P5 and P6, as well as achievements like Edusave Awards, National School Games, and Junior Sports Academy participation, will be automatically shared. There is no need to input school-based information again.

HCI will conduct in-person selection exercises for all DSA talent areas for 2025 DSA-Sec. Applicants who are successfully shortlisted will be notified between 17 July and 21 July 2025, and will be required to attend an interview and/or selection tests on 26 July 2025. 

All applicants will receive their application outcomes between 25 August and 4 September 2025.

Please note that due to the large number of applicants and the limited number of DSA places available, meeting all the criteria does not guarantee that a student will be shortlisted for an interview or offered a place. 

Applicants should only attend the in-person selection if they are well. If a student is unwell during the selection period, rescheduling will be arranged where possible. 

Please direct any queries about DSA to Hwa Chong Institution at dsa@hci.edu.sg.