Singapore International Graduate Award: Are you willing to pursue your graduate studies in the beautiful and welcoming country of Singapore?
Application for the 2025/26 fully funded Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) has commenced. All qualified and interested international students can now proceed to submit applications.
In the Asia Pacific region, Singapore is an entry point for some of the fastest-growing economies. With the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA), you can pursue your PhD education in Singapore, establish global links, and advance your research career.
The Singapore International Graduate Award covers the full cost of your tuition while you study in Singapore. It also provides a monthly stipend of S$2,700, an airfare grant of S$1,500 and a settling-in allowance of S$1,000.
Are you ready to apply? Read this post for the full details of eligibility, documents and how to apply for the Singapore International Graduate Award.
Singapore International Graduate Award Abstract
- Host: Government of Singapore
- Category: Scholarships || Study Abroad Scholarships || Postgraduate Scholarships || PhD Scholarships
- Benefits: Full Scholarship
- Tuition fees
- Monthly stipend of $2,700
- Airfare grant of $1,500
- Settling-in allowance of $1,000
- Eligibility: All Countries
- Deadline: December 1, 2025
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Singapore International Graduate Award Details
The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a collaborative effort between prominent institutions such as;
- The Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR),
- Nanyang Technological University (NTU),
- National University of Singapore (NUS),
- Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), and
- Singapore Management University (SMU).
The PhD training, conducted in English at A*STAR research institutes and NTU/NUS/SUTD/SMU, culminates in the awarding of a PhD degree by NTU, NUS, SUTD, or SMU upon successful program completion.
As a SINGA awardee, you become an integral part of a dynamic and culturally diverse research community. This provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with world-renowned researchers in a state-of-the-art, multicultural environment.
Singapore International Graduate Award Scholarship Requirements
To be eligible for the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA Scholarship), applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be an international graduate with a passion for research and outstanding academic results.
- Singaporeans, Singapore Permanent Residents, and international students studying/having studied in Singapore tertiary institutions are ineligible.
- Proficient skills in both written and spoken English.
- Favorable reports from academic referees.
The eligibility criteria may be expanded at the discretion of A*STAR, incorporating additional selection criteria based on prevailing scholarship policies. It is essential to note that these policies might be subject to periodic amendments without prior notice.
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Research Areas Supported by SINGA Scholarship
SINGA supports PhD studies in the following research areas:
- Biomedical Sciences
- Computing and Information Sciences
- Engineering and Technology
- Physical Sciences
Prospective applicants can explore available PhD projects, browse through A*STAR Supervisors and Projects, NTU Colleges and Schools, NUS Graduate School, SMU School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS), and SUTD Pillars/Clusters and Research Centres.
Required Documents for Singapore International Graduate Award 2025
Candidates are advised to prepare the following documents before initiating the online application:
- Valid Passport
- Recent passport-sized photo (in .jpeg or .png format)
- Transcripts and Reports (English translations required)
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s academic transcripts
- Bachelor’s Degree certificate(s)/scroll(s) or a certification letter from the university for ongoing candidatures
- Two recommendation reports (completed and submitted online by referees)
- GRE scores (for applicants to NUS supervisors/projects)
- IELTS/TOEFL/SAT I & II/GATE results (optional, requested later by the university for admission)
Singapore International Graduate Award Benefits and Timeline
The Singapore International Graduate Award provides support for up to 4 years of PhD studies coveriing:
- Tuition fees
- Monthly stipend of S$2,200 which will be increased to S$2,700 after the passing of the Qualifying Examination
- One-time airfare grant of up to S$1,500
- One-time settling-in allowance of S$1,000
How To Apply for Singapore International Graduate Award 2025
To apply for the 2025 Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA), follow the instructions we have outlined below;
- Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
- Click on the button below to visit the scholarship webpage
- Browse available PhD projects and research areas.
- Go to the Research Areas section to explore the projects of interest.
- Apply for the scholarship by filling out the form accurately.
Important Information for Applicants
- Accuracy during account registration is crucial for verification upon the first log-in.
- Apply for the correct scholarship, i.e., “Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA),” in the application portal.
- Do NOT send any hard copy documents to the SINGA Office.
- Submit applications early for timely processing, allowing referees to submit online recommendation reports.
- Ensure all data entered in the online application form is accurate, as amendments post-submission are not possible.
Click on the button below to begin your application.
