NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE
NUS International Undergraduate Scholarship
full · bachelors
- Tuition + S$6,000/yrCoverage
- NUS (Singapore)Host institution
- UndergraduateStudy level
- Merit-basedBasis
- Automatic considerationApplication
- 3-year bondCondition
At a glance
full
Funding
€25k
Max amount
Feb 28, 2027
Deadline
Any country (international students)
Country
National University of Singapore
Provider
The NUS International Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded by the National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore's flagship university, to high-achieving international students entering its full-time undergraduate programmes. NUS ranks among the top universities in Asia and the world, and the scholarship helps it attract talented students globally. The scholarship covers tuition fees (payable after the standard MOE Tuition Grant subsidy), provides an annual living allowance of around S$6,000, and includes a one-time computer allowance and a settling-in/accommodation benefit. It is tenable for the normal duration of the undergraduate degree (typically 4 years), subject to maintaining good academic results. Most applicants are considered for the scholarship automatically based on their admission application, so the key step is to apply for NUS undergraduate admission by the deadline with strong results. Note that, like several Singapore awards, it typically carries a bond — a requirement to work in a Singapore-registered company for a set period (commonly 3 years) after graduation.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Tuition payable after the standard MOE Tuition Grant subsidy.
- Living allowance — An annual living allowance of around S$6,000.
- Computer allowance — A one-time computer allowance.
- Settling-in / accommodation — A settling-in and/or accommodation benefit.
- Duration — For the normal undergraduate duration (~4 years), subject to good academic results.
How to apply
Apply for NUS undergraduate admission by the deadline; the scholarship is generally awarded through the admissions assessment to strong international applicants.
- Choose a programme — Select an NUS undergraduate programme and review the international admission requirements.
- Note the deadline — Apply by the NUS international undergraduate admission deadline (commonly ~early in the year).
- Submit your application — Apply for admission with strong academic results and any required materials.
- Automatic consideration — Be considered for the scholarship through the admissions assessment.
- Assessment — Strong candidates may be invited to interviews or assessments.
- Award & bond — Selected students receive the scholarship and accept the associated bond.
Eligibility
StatusAn international student entering a full-time undergraduate programme at NUS.
Academic meritStrong academic results in the relevant qualification.
AdmissionCompetitive for admission to an NUS undergraduate programme.
Automatic considerationMost applicants are considered based on the admission application.
BondAcceptance of the bond (a service obligation to work in Singapore after graduation).
The scholarship typically carries a bond — usually 3 years of work with a Singapore-registered entity after graduation. Most applicants are considered automatically; apply for NUS undergraduate admission by the deadline.
Eligible countries
Any country (international students)
Deadlines
2027 undergraduate entry2027-02-28
Selection
NUS awards the International Undergraduate Scholarship on academic merit through its admissions assessment, with the strongest international applicants considered. Award value reflects the candidate's academic strength; the scholarship typically carries a service bond.
Verified sources
- NUS Undergraduate Scholarships (International)nus.edu.sgofficial
About the provider
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is Singapore's flagship university and consistently ranks among the top universities in Asia and the world. It offers the International Undergraduate Scholarship to attract high-achieving international students to its undergraduate programmes.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the NUS International Undergraduate Scholarship?
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A merit-based scholarship from the National University of Singapore (NUS) for high-achieving international students entering its undergraduate programmes, covering tuition and providing a living allowance.
What does it cover?
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Tuition (payable after the MOE Tuition Grant subsidy), an annual living allowance of around S$6,000, a one-time computer allowance, and a settling-in/accommodation benefit.
Who is eligible?
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International students with strong academic results entering a full-time NUS undergraduate programme. Most applicants are considered automatically on admission.
Is there a bond?
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Yes — like several Singapore scholarships, it typically carries a bond requiring you to work in a Singapore-registered company for a set period (commonly 3 years) after graduation.
Do I apply separately?
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Generally no — most applicants are considered for the scholarship based on their admission application, so you apply for NUS undergraduate admission by the deadline.
When is the deadline?
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Apply by the NUS international undergraduate admission deadline, commonly ~early in the year for August entry. Confirm the exact date for your qualification on NUS's admissions pages.
How long does it last?
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For the normal duration of the undergraduate degree (typically 4 years), subject to maintaining good academic results.
How competitive is it?
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Competitive — NUS is among the top universities in Asia, and the scholarship is awarded to strong international applicants through the admissions assessment.
What is the MOE Tuition Grant?
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A Singapore government subsidy that reduces tuition fees; international students who take it also accept a bond. The scholarship covers tuition payable after this subsidy.
Which programmes are eligible?
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All NUS undergraduate programmes — across science, engineering, computing, business, design, humanities, and social sciences.
Can I receive it without the bond?
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The bond is generally part of the scholarship/Tuition Grant framework for international students. Review the specific terms of your award before accepting.
Does it cover living costs fully?
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It provides a living allowance of around S$6,000/year plus other benefits, but you should budget for additional living costs in Singapore.