St Joseph's College, Gregory Terrace scholarships: the ACER test, dates and value

Quick answer: St Joseph's College, Gregory Terrace awards academic scholarships worth a 50% reduction in tuition fees for Year 7 (ACER Level 1) and Year 10 (ACER Level 2) entry. For 2028 entry, the ACER test is on Saturday 27 February 2027, registration closes on Sunday 7 February 2027, and the fee is $160.

St Joseph's College, Gregory Terrace at a glance

Terrace also offers cultural and sport merit entry for Years 7 to 11, for boys with elite or outstanding performance in a GPS sport or cultural activity the College competes in. That pathway starts with an expression of interest. Current Terrace students aren't eligible for academic scholarships.

Which test does Terrace use?

Terrace uses the ACER scholarship test: Level 1 for Year 7 entry and Level 2 for Year 10 entry.

The ACER scholarship test is set by the Australian Council for Educational Research. Year 7 and 8 entry uses Level 1, with Written Expression (two 25-minute tasks), Humanities (about 40 to 45 multiple-choice questions in 40 minutes) and Mathematics (about 32 to 36 questions in 40 minutes). Primary entry (Years 4 to 6) uses Level P, with Reading and Viewing, Mathematics and Writing. Later secondary entry uses Levels 2 and 3.

Many Queensland schools use ACER's cooperative sitting, where your child sits the test once and the results go to each school you've registered with. For 2028 entry, the cooperative sitting is on Saturday 27 February 2027, with registrations closing on Sunday 7 February 2027.

More on this test: The ACER scholarship test explained · Which ACER level your child sits

Key dates for 2028 entry

Dates change each year and schools sometimes switch providers, so always confirm on Terrace's scholarship page before you register.

What else counts

• ACER test results
• Supporting academic information
• Potential to contribute to the College's academic life
• Current Terrace students aren't eligible

How to prepare

• Start about three months out. For a February test, that means November.
• Sit one full timed practice test in the right format to find the weakest section.
• Practise writing under time, with feedback on one thing at a time. Writing is the section families find hardest to judge at home.
• Build reading stamina with a mix of fiction, non-fiction and poetry, and talk about what writers imply, not just what happens.
• Keep the last week light. Familiarity and rest matter more than cramming.

Practice for the ACER scholarship test

Our ACER Level 1 practice tests are designed for Year 7 entry, with Humanities, Mathematics and Written Expression. Check the product page for the available mocks and writing-marking options.

These are independent practice materials, not official test papers, and they don't predict scholarship outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a Terrace academic scholarship worth?

A 50% reduction in tuition fees.

What test does Terrace use?

ACER: Level 1 for Year 7 entry and Level 2 for Year 10 entry.

When is the Terrace scholarship test?

For 2028 entry, Saturday 27 February 2027. Registration closes on Sunday 7 February 2027.

How much does the Terrace scholarship test cost?

$160 per student.

Other Queensland schools

• St Joseph's Nudgee College
• Brisbane Grammar School
• Churchie
• Brisbane Boys' College

See which test every Queensland school uses in our Queensland school scholarships guide.

Practice Tests & Exams is an independent provider and is not affiliated with St Joseph's College, Gregory Terrace, ACER, EduTest or AAS. Details are from the school, the test providers and published sources as of 27 October 2026. Always check the school's own website for current dates and conditions.