Scholarships and financial aid are available to help reduce financial barriers for students pursuing the Master of Public Health programme. Through this support, students can focus on developing the knowledge, skills and experience needed to address complex health challenges and improve population health in Singapore, across Asia and beyond.
Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to both local and international students. Applicants may be assessed on their academic achievements, leadership potential, financial need and other criteria specific to each award. Depending on the scholarship or financial aid scheme, support may include full or partial tuition fee coverage and a living stipend.
If you require financial support, we strongly encourage you to indicate your interest in applying for a scholarship or financial aid when submitting your online application for the Master of Public Health programme.
For further enquiries, please contact us through the online enquiry form.
Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents enrolled in the Master of Public Health programme may apply for scholarships and bursaries to support their studies. Depending on the award, recipients may receive full or partial tuition fee support.
Merit-Based Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded competitively to outstanding candidates based on the display of academic excellence, professional distinction, and exceptional leadership qualities.
Available scholarships include:
- Saw Swee Hock Master of Public Health Scholarship
- Wu Yu Lin Master of Public Health Scholarship
Need-Based Bursaries
Bursaries provide financial assistance to students with financial need. The level of support awarded may vary according to the applicant’s financial circumstances and the availability of funds.
Available bursaries include:
- MPH Student Fund
- Mr & Mrs Chen Sing Wu Bursary
ASEAN Nationals
Outstanding ASEAN nationals pursuing the Master of Public Health programme on a full-time basis may be eligible for a full scholarship covering 100% of tuition fees, together with a monthly living stipend.
This comprehensive financial support enables recipients to focus fully on their studies and develop the expertise needed to address pressing public health challenges across ASEAN and beyond.
Benefits
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly stipend
Requirements
- For full-time candidates
- Applicable to ASEAN nationals
Available scholarships include:
- JC Trust Master of Public Health Scholarship
- Low-Chia Master of Public Health Scholarship
- TL Whang Foundation Master of Public Health Scholarship
– Applicable to Thailand and Vietnam nationals only
Other Master of Public Health scholarships for ASEAN nationals are also available. Please indicate your interest in applying for a scholarship when submitting your online application for the Master of Public Health programme.
International Students
Outstanding international students pursuing the Master of Public Health programme may be considered for scholarships that provide financial support towards their studies. Depending on the award, support may include full or partial tuition fee coverage and a living stipend.
Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and are subject to the respective eligibility criteria and availability of funds.
Available scholarships include:
- JC Trust Master of Public Health Scholarship
- SSHSPH Master of Public Health Fellowship
Other Master of Public Health scholarships for International students are also available. Please indicate your interest in applying for a scholarship when submitting your online application for the Master of Public Health programme.
External Scholarships
Master of Public Health students may also be eligible for scholarships and awards administered by external organisations. The level of financial support, eligibility requirements and application procedures vary across the respective awards.
Available external scholarships include:
- Community Care Manpower Development Award (CCMDA)
- Healthcare Graduate Studies Award
- Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship
Applicants should refer to the respective administering organisations for the latest information on eligibility, funding support and application procedures.
Other Financial Aid
NUS Tuition Fee Loan Scheme
Graduate students who require financing for their tuition fees may apply for a loan under the Tuition Fee Loan (TFL) scheme. For more details, please refer to the information from Registrar’s Office.
Staff Concession
Students who are full-time NUS or NUHS staff members may be eligible to apply for staff concession. More information is available on the Staff Portal.
Hear From Our Student Beneficiaries
"Studying MPH at NUS has opened doors of knowledge and opportunities for me. My once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health has guided my approach to solve complex public health issues and challenges at work."
Erwyn Ooi Chin Wei, Class of 2021
SSHSPH Master of Public Health Fellowship
Principal Assistant Director, Ministry of Health, Malaysia