Some Leaving Cert students sat the deferred exams because they did not received calculated grades, which replaced the June exams. Others wanted the option to achieve a better grades or grades than they were awarded in the calculated grades process. Most students sat only one two or three subjects, with a view to maximising CAO points for college entry. Students may combine the best results from calculated grades and the November exams for CAO purposes. Many of those who sat the exams will be hoping to receive a higher CAO offer than they received in the autumn. Students will be eligible for a deferred offer for next September based on 2020 CAO cut-off points and will not be in competition with the Leaving Cert class of 2021. However, they must make a formal CAO application.