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NUS International Undergraduate Scholarship (NUS IUS)

Fully FundedBachelor36–60 monthsClosed · next cycle ~Oct 2026

The NUS International Undergraduate Scholarship (NUS IUS) supports exceptional international freshmen from any country (except Singapore) with full tuition coverage, generous living and accommodation allowances, and a one-time computer allowance. Candidates are automatically considered when applying for NUS undergraduate admission - no separate application needed.

Host University

National University of Singapore (NUS)National University of Singapore

Quick info

Application status

Closed · next cycle ~Oct 2026
Singapore
Bachelor
36–60 months
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Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.

What you get

  • 100% coverage of subsidised undergraduate tuition fees (after MOE Tuition Grant)
  • S$5,800 annual living allowance
  • S$1,750 one-time computer allowance upon enrolment
  • S$5,000 annual accommodation allowance
Monthly: S$5,800/year (living allowance) / S$5,000/year (accommodation allowance) / S$1,750 one-time (computer allowance)

Requirements

First degree: Not required
Professional experience: not specified

Detailed requirements

  • - Citizens of all countries except Singapore
  • - Strong leadership qualities and potential
  • - Outstanding co-curricular activities record
  • - Outstanding high school results
  • - Applying for admission to a full-time undergraduate degree at NUS
  • - Transfer applicants (local or overseas) are NOT eligible
  • - Must maintain GPA of at least 3.50/5.00 per semester (or top 80% for Dentistry, Law, Medicine)
  • - Cannot concurrently hold other scholarships without prior NUS approval
  • - MOE Tuition Grant bond required: 3 years with Singapore-registered company after graduation
  • - Dentistry/Medicine recipients: 5–6 year bond with Singapore Ministry of Health

Who can apply

Exceptional international students from all countries (except Singapore) with outstanding academic achievements, leadership qualities, and co-curricular records, seeking a fully funded undergraduate degree at NUS.

Application window

Closed · next cycle ~Oct 2026

SINGA/AGS PhD: Rolling - two intakes per year (January and August)

ASEAN UG (NUS/NTU): Apply via undergraduate admissions (October–March)

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025–2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.

Important dates

Apply through NUS undergraduate admissions - all eligible international applicants automatically considered
Selection interviews: January – July
Scholarship outcomes announced: by mid-July
MOE Tuition Grant bond: 3 years with a Singapore-registered company post-graduation
Dentistry/Medicine bond: 5–6 years with Singapore Ministry of Health

How to apply

  1. 1Apply for NUS undergraduate admission at apply.nus.edu.sg
  2. 2All eligible international applicants are automatically considered - no separate scholarship application
  3. 3Shortlisted candidates invited for selection interview (January–July)
  4. 4Scholarship outcomes announced by mid-July
  5. 5Accept MOE Tuition Grant as part of scholarship conditions
  6. 6Contact: NUS Office of Admissions, faq.nus.edu.sg