The School and NUS offer several scholarships on a competitive basis to PhD students.
- NUS Research Scholarship
- NUS ASEAN Research Scholarship
- Commonwealth Scholarship
- President’s Graduate FellowshipÂ
There are currently no scholarships available for Master of Science (by research) students. All MSc applicants must be prepared to be self-financing for the entire candidature.
How to Apply
Please indicate the “NUS Research Scholarship” as your intended source of finance in the online application, i.e. there is no need to submit a separate scholarship application. The School will select outstanding candidates to nominate for NUS ASEAN Research Scholarship, Commonwealth Scholarship and the President’s Graduate Fellowship award.
Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship
The Lee Kuan Yew (LKY) Scholarship is synonymous with both prestige and a willingness to serve Singapore. Set up in 1991 by the Tanjong Pagar Citizens’ Consultative Committee with funding from the public to commemorate the contributions made by Mr Lee Kuan Yew to Singapore, it marks Singapore’s continuous effort to recognise outstanding individuals with the aptitude and inclination to contribute to our society.
For more details on the scholarship and the application procedures, please refer to the information from Public Service Commission.
Financial Aid
Staff Concession
NUS offers a staff concession on tuition fees to full-time NUS staff, and this is also extended to full-time NUHS staff members. Staff with dual appointments should apply through NUS if their primary employment is with NUS. NUS staff may refer to the staff portal for more information, while NUHS staff should contact the NUHS Human Resources Department regarding eligibility and application procedures.
Service Obligation Scheme
International students enrolled in the PhD programme can apply for the Service Obligation Scheme to pay reduced tuition fees. Successful applicants will be required to work in a Singapore-based company for three years upon graduation.
For more details, please refer to the information from NUS Graduate School.
Other Scholarships and Financial Aid
For details on other scholarships and financial aid, please refer to the information from NUS Graduate School.