ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (Singapore)

National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University and Singapore Management University

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Citizens or permanent residents of ASEAN countries other than Singapore (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam), with outstanding A-Level, IB or equivalent results and strong leadership and activities. You need a minimum CGPA of 3.5 out of 5.0 to keep it. Not open to Bangladeshi nationals.

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About this opportunity

The ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship pays for outstanding students from ASEAN countries other than Singapore to study at NUS, NTU or SMU, with a living and accommodation allowance on top of tuition.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens or permanent residents of ASEAN countries other than Singapore (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam), with outstanding A-Level, IB or equivalent results and strong leadership and activities. You need a minimum CGPA of 3.5 out of 5.0 to keep it. Not open to Bangladeshi nationals.
2. Note the deadline. Jan – Mar (annual; you apply for the scholarship through the undergraduate admission form, so it follows each university's admission deadline - interviews run March to May) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
3. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
4. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.
5. Have your SOP and CV reviewed by someone who has seen successful applications before you submit.

Quick answers

Who can apply for ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (Singapore)?

Citizens or permanent residents of ASEAN countries other than Singapore (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam), with outstanding A-Level, IB or equivalent results and strong leadership and activities. You need a minimum CGPA of 3.5 out of 5.0 to keep it. Not open to Bangladeshi nationals.

What does ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (Singapore) cover?

Subsidised tuition fees in full, a living allowance of SGD 5,800 a year, an accommodation allowance of SGD 3,000 a year and a one-off computer allowance of SGD 1,750 (NTU terms; NUS and SMU have similar awards)

When is the deadline for ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (Singapore)?

Jan – Mar (annual; you apply for the scholarship through the undergraduate admission form, so it follows each university's admission deadline - interviews run March to May) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (Singapore)?

Host countries: Singapore.

What documents do I need for ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (Singapore)?

Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).

How much work is the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (Singapore) application?

Medium: University Admission Application + Separate Financial/Merit Scholarship Form