NUS Research Scholarship

National University of Singapore (NUS)

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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

PhD and master's (research) applicants of any nationality with an undergraduate degree of at least Second Class Honours (Upper) or equivalent. International scholars must do Graduate Assistantship duties, and you may not hold other scholarships or paid work without approval.

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About this opportunity

NUS pays tuition and a monthly stipend to full-time research students. You indicate your interest in the scholarship in the GradApp application, and the award is renewed each semester subject to progress.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. PhD and master's (research) applicants of any nationality with an undergraduate degree of at least Second Class Honours (Upper) or equivalent. International scholars must do Graduate Assistantship duties, and you may not hold other scholarships or paid work without approval.
2. Note the deadline. Faculty deadlines vary (intakes are August and January; apply through GradApp with your admission application, and the page gives no dates) 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); Research proposal (for research degrees, 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. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
5. "Rolling" or "varies" does not mean unlimited time. Funds are awarded as applications are reviewed, so apply early.
6. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

Quick answers

Who can apply for NUS Research Scholarship?

PhD and master's (research) applicants of any nationality with an undergraduate degree of at least Second Class Honours (Upper) or equivalent. International scholars must do Graduate Assistantship duties, and you may not hold other scholarships or paid work without approval.

What does NUS Research Scholarship cover?

Full tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend for international students of SGD 3,000 for PhD and SGD 2,900 for master's (research) from January 2026; PhD scholars get SGD 500 more a month after passing the qualifying examination. Typical award period is 4 years for PhD and 2 years for master's (research)

When is the deadline for NUS Research Scholarship?

Faculty deadlines vary (intakes are August and January; apply through GradApp with your admission application, and the page gives no dates) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with NUS Research Scholarship?

Host countries: Singapore.

What documents do I need for NUS Research Scholarship?

Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Research proposal (for research degrees, 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 NUS Research Scholarship application?

Medium: GradApp admission application with scholarship interest