ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship – NUS
NUS scholarship for outstanding first-year undergraduates from ASEAN countries (excluding Singapore), covering 100% of subsidised tuition after MOE Tuition Grant, plus living, accommodation, and computer allowances.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
Singapore
Funding
100% of subsidised undergraduate tuition fees (after MOE Tuition Grant, which must be accepted); S$5,800 annual living allowance; S$3,000 annual accommodation allowance; S$1,750 one-time computer allowance on enrolment.
Eligible applicants
Citizens of ASEAN member countries excluding Singapore; fresh first-year undergraduates at NUS; outstanding academic results and co-curricular records
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Overview
ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship – NUS is offered by National University of Singapore for Undergraduate study in Singapore. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionMust apply to and be admitted to NUS; shortlisted through the NUS undergraduate admissions application (no separate scholarship form)
- NUS undergraduate admissions applicationRequired
- Academic results and certificatesRequired
- Co-curricular activity recordsRequired
What this scholarship covers
100% subsidised tuition fees (after MOE Tuition Grant)
Included
S$5,800 annual living allowance
Included
S$3,000 annual accommodation allowance
Included
S$1,750 one-time computer allowance
Included
100% of subsidised undergraduate tuition fees (after MOE Tuition Grant, which must be accepted); S$5,800 annual living allowance; S$3,000 annual accommodation allowance; S$1,750 one-time computer allowance on enrolment. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: Citizens of ASEAN countries excluding Singapore.
- International eligibility
- Open to citizens of ASEAN nationals (excluding Singapore).
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Outstanding academic results (e.g. A-Levels, IB, Singapore polytechnic diploma, NUS High School Diploma) plus strong co-curricular and leadership record
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Singapore
Official eligibility summary
Open to: Citizens of ASEAN member countries excluding Singapore; fresh first-year undergraduates at NUS; outstanding academic results and co-curricular records. National University of Singapore also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- Citizens of ASEAN member countries excluding Singapore; fresh first-year undergraduates at NUS; outstanding academic results and co-curricular records
Study route
- Undergraduate study in Singapore
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: Citizens of ASEAN member countries excluding Singapore; fresh first-year undergraduates at NUS; outstanding academic results and co-curricular records. National University of Singapore also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Apply for NUS undergraduate admission through the NUS Applicant Portal (no separate scholarship form)
- 2
Shortlisting for the scholarship is based on your admissions application and supporting documents
Application timeline
Application cycle
2026: NUS admissions + scholarship application window February 1–March 19, 2026 (closed). 2027 window expected January–April 2027; check nus.edu.sg/oam.
The listed deadline is March 19, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
National University of Singapore
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is March 19, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.