HSC facts and figures

The HSC is a world-class credential that helps young adults on the path to work, training and further education. Learn about the most recent HSC cohort, or view historical data from previous years.

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Participation and performance

Download the 2024 participation and performance data.

The glossary explains key terms used across the participation and performance statistics for the Higher School Certificate (HSC).

HSC awarded

View data on students who were awarded a Higher School Certificate (HSC) in 2024.

ATAR eligibility

View data on students who were eligible for an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) in 2024.

Course completions

View data on the number of students who completed Board Developed HSC courses in 2024.

Performance bands

View data on the performance band distributions for students who completed HSC courses with exams in 2024.

Minimum standard

View data on the number of HSC eligible students who met or did not meet the minimum standard in 2024.

Disability provisions

View data on the use of provisions which give practical assistance to students who may otherwise be disadvantaged when undertaking HSC exams in 2024.

HSC Merit Lists

View data on the gender, location and socio-economic status of students who received an HSC Merit List award in 2024.

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VET

View data on the number of VET (Vocational Education and Training) qualifications achieved by students.

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Showcases and events

Discover how many students had their projects or performances nominated and selected for an HSC showcase.

Fairness and integrity

The NSW HSC is highly regarded both within Australia and internationally. This reflects the quality of our syllabuses, teaching, and the fairness and integrity of the exams and school assessments.

Illness and misadventure

View data on the illness and misadventure process which supports students who are unwell, have an accident, or another misadventure during HSC exams in 2024.

Malpractice

View data on the breaches and offences that were committed for HSC assessments in 2024.

Historical facts and figures

Learn about cohorts from previous years, including HSC students' enrolments, participation, provisions and malpractice statistics.

 

View historical data

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Enrolment statistics

There were 80,166 students studying one or more HSC courses in 2024. Learn about the key statistics for HSC students.

Data for the 2025 HSC cohort will be released in September 2025.

 

View 2024 data

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Information and resources

Results and certificates

Find out how to access results services, replace lost certificates or apply for a statement of equivalence.

About the HSC

The HSC is a major milestone for students in NSW. Discover the numbers and history behind the HSC.

HSC resources

Explore HSC resources for students and teachers.

Get in contact with NESA

You can contact NESA by phone or post

Call: +61 2 9367 8111

NSW Education Standards Authority
PO Box 5300
Sydney NSW 2001

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