Preparation for the Fachmittelschule (FMS) Entrance Exam in Aarau

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What exactly is the Fachmittelschule (FMS) in Aarau?

The Fachmittelschule (FMS) in the canton of Aargau follows the three-year upper secondary school program and combines a broad academic general education with a direct practical focus.

Duration & Graduation: After 3 years, students earn the federally recognized Fachmittelschule diploma. By completing the subsequent 4th year (Fachmaturität), they secure admission without an entrance exam to universities of applied sciences and teacher training colleges (PH).
Aarau Campus: In this region, the program is primarily offered at the renowned Neue Kantonsschule Aarau (NKSA).
Career fields: Health, Social Work, Education (teaching professions), Communication/Media, and Design and Art.

How does the admission process for the FMS in Aargau work?

In the canton of Aargau, placement in the FMS is based on a clear, performance-based tiered system.

Graduation from the District School Without Exams: Third-year students at the District School are promoted without having to take exams, provided they achieve a grade of at least 4.0 in German and mathematics (additional calculations of the overall grade point average are also taken into account).
Graduating from secondary school without exams: Students in the 3rd year of secondary school must have a grade of at least 4.0 in German and mathematics, as well as an overall average of at least 5.3 across all relevant subjects.
The entrance exam (FMS exam): Students who do not meet these grade requirements in their midterm or end-of-year report cards can still qualify by taking the cantonal entrance exam.

The Cantonal FMS Entrance Exam in Aargau for 2026/27

The following criteria apply to all students who wish to begin their studies at the FMS in Aarau in August 2027 and are required to take the exam:

Exam Subjects: Written exams are administered in three subjects: German, mathematics, and a foreign language (French or English, depending on the student’s future FMS profile).
Exam Content: The test is based entirely on the requirements and competencies outlined in the Aargau Curriculum 21 through the end of the first semester of the graduating class.
Passing Score: The entrance exam is considered passed if the average of the three subject grades is at least 4.0.

Application Deadlines and Exam Dates for Aarau 2027

The administrative deadlines for the 2027–28 school year are strictly coordinated in the canton of Aargau.

Registration Period: The official online registration portal for the Canton of Aargau will be open from mid-January 2027 through the end of February 2027. Both students exempt from exams and exam candidates must register here.
Exam Dates: The cantonal written FMS entrance exams are traditionally held at the end of March 2027 (usually at the same time as the WMS and IMS exams).
Start of the School Year: Enrollment and official classes at Kanti Aarau will begin in August 2027, following the summer break.

Why is it worth doing targeted FMS preparation in Aarau?

The FMS entrance exam in Aargau covers a wide range of topics and requires excellent time management during the three-hour exam sessions. Professional support offers enormous advantages:

Targeted Grade Improvement During the Semester: For students aiming to achieve the exam-free grade requirement (e.g., a 5.3 in secondary school), our tutoring in the fall/winter ensures they earn the grades they need for their interim report in January.
Practice with Actual Exams: Students take real Aargau FMS exams from previous years under actual test conditions to immediately fill any gaps in their knowledge of algebra, geometry, or text analysis.
Overcoming Test Anxiety: Through simulated test environments, the students gain self-confidence and will enter the NKSA in March 2027 feeling focused and stress-free.

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