Chemistry Scaling 2026 — Raw to Scaled Study Score
In Chemistry, a raw study score of 30 scales to about 34 (+4 points) under 2025 VTAC scaling, so it scales up. See the full raw-to-scaled table below, then compute your ATAR with the calculator.
Chemistry scales up by approximately 4 points at the median, with a raw 30 becoming a scaled 34. As a prerequisite for Medicine, Pharmacy, and many Science degrees, Chemistry attracts a competitive cohort. The content is demanding but the scaling rewards students who put in the work. Pair it with Biology or Physics for a strong science combination.
Chemistry scaling table (2025 VTAC)
| Raw study score | Scaled study score | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 22 | +2 |
| 25 | 28 | +3 |
| 30 | 34 | +4 |
| 35 | 39 | +4 |
| 40 | 44 | +4 |
| 45 | 47 | +2 |
| 50 | 50 | 0 |
Indicative scaled scores, calculated from 2025 VTAC scaling data (study scores are a 0–50 scale). For exact figures see the official VTAC scaling report. Re-stamped when VTAC publishes the new report each December.
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Chemistry scaling FAQ
Does Chemistry scale up or down in VCE?
Chemistry scales up. Under 2025 VTAC scaling, a raw study score of 30 scales to about 34 (+4 points).
What does a raw study score of 30 in Chemistry scale to?
A raw study score of 30 in Chemistry scales to approximately 34 under 2025 VTAC scaling.
What raw study score do I need for a scaled 40 in Chemistry?
You need a raw study score of about 36 in Chemistry to reach a scaled score of 40, based on 2025 VTAC scaling.
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