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To pass the USTET, review Math, Science, and English, and keep your high school grades strong. Your final rating is 80% test score and 20% your grades in English, Math, and Science. Practice with real questions and stay calm. Guia helps you review smart.
Want to be a Thomasian? You can pass the USTET.
The USTET is the entrance test for the University of Santo Tomas (UST). UST is one of the oldest and best schools in the country. Passing takes work, but you can learn how to pass the USTET. Here is your simple plan.
Step 1: Know the USTET
The USTET checks if you are ready for UST. It tests these subjects:
- Math
- Science
- English
- Critical thinking
Here is a key fact: your final rating is 80% your test score and 20% your grades in English, Math, and Science. So your grades really matter. Keep them strong.
| Exam | USTET — UST Entrance Test |
|---|---|
| Subjects | Math, Science, English, critical thinking |
| Final rating | 80% test score + 20% grades (English, Math, Science) |
Step 2: Review the main subjects
Focus your study on Math, Science, and English. These are the heart of the exam.
- Math — algebra, numbers, and problem solving
- Science — basic biology, chemistry, and physics
- English — grammar, words, and reading
Study a bit each day. Find your weak topics. Then practice them more.
Step 3: Keep your grades up
Remember, 20% of your USTET rating is your school grades. So do not forget your class work. Good grades help you pass. Study for school and for the USTET together.
Step 4: Practice with real questions
Practice tests make you ready. They help you learn the question style and work faster. After each test, review what you got wrong. Do this often, and your score will grow.
Step 5: Rest and stay calm
Sleep well before the test. Eat a good meal. Come early, because there may be traffic and long lines. Bring your test permit and ID. Stay calm and do your best.
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The USTET tests Math, Science, and English. Guia is built to grow these exact skills. That is why it works so well for USTET review. Why students choose Guia:
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- 5,900+ questions, all checked by top Filipino teachers.
- Backed by science and data for faster, smarter progress.
- Ethical AI — real teachers at the center, with AI as an honest helper, not a cheat.
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