Calculate your Matric Admission Score for University
Subject 1 (Home Language)
Subject 2 (First Add. Language)
Subject 3 (Mathematics/Lit)
Subject 4 (Life Orientation)
Subject 5 (Elective)
Subject 6 (Elective)
Subject 7 (Elective)
Your Admission Point Score:0
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How are APS Points Calculated?
South African universities use the APS (Admission Point Score) to decide if you qualify for a degree or diploma. Your percentage in each subject is converted into points from 1 to 7.
Percentage %
NSC Level
APS Points
80% - 100%
7
7 Points
70% - 79%
6
6 Points
60% - 69%
5
5 Points
50% - 59%
4
4 Points
40% - 49%
3
3 Points
30% - 39%
2
2 Points
0% - 29%
1
0 Points
Can I include Life Orientation (LO)?
Most universities (like Wits, UJ, and UP) exclude Life Orientation from the final APS score, while others might count it as half points. This calculator provides a total sum—always check your specific university prospectus.