Singapore Government Scholarship

Singapore Government Scholarships are awarded to outstanding international students to study at Singapore’s top universities. As a global hub for business, technology, and innovation, Singapore offers a dynamic study environment with exceptional career prospects in Asia and beyond.

• International students of outstanding academic ability and character
• Strong co-curricular achievements and leadership potential
• Applicants must apply to a Singapore university and meet that institution's admission requirements
• Bond period to work in Singapore may apply

• Full tuition fees
• Monthly stipend of SGD $2,200+
• Return airfare
• One-time settling-in allowance
• Housing assistance
• Medical benefits

• Valid passport (min 6 months validity)
• Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
• Two academic reference letters
• English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+)
• Updated CV/Resume
• Statement of purpose / Motivation letter
• Proof of financial capability (if applicable)

• Note: the Singapore Government offers several scholarships for international students through the Ministry of Education, mainly the ASEAN Scholarships (for students from ASEAN countries at secondary/pre-university level) and the Singapore Scholarship / ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (full-time undergraduate study at NUS, NTU, or SMU for ASEAN students), generally covering tuition, allowances, and airfare
• Check eligibility (usually ASEAN nationality, strong academics, and good English) and apply through the relevant MOE scholarship page or the Singapore Embassy in your country during the announced window
• Graduate research funding is provided separately through the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)