The National University of Singapore (NUS) is one of Asia’s top universities, known for academic excellence and global opportunities. Each year, NUS offers the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship to support exceptional students from ASEAN member countries (excluding Singapore) who are pursuing full-time undergraduate studies at the university.
This highly competitive, merit-based scholarship aims to nurture future leaders in the ASEAN region by offering financial support and access to world-class education.
Quick Overview: NUS 2025 ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship
| Feature | Details |
| Scholarship Type | University-Level |
| Host Institution | National University of Singapore (NUS) |
| Nationality Eligible | Citizens of ASEAN member countries (excluding Singapore) |
| Student Level | Freshmen (First-Year Undergraduate Students) |
| Tuition Coverage | 100% of subsidised tuition fees (with MOE Tuition Grant) |
| Living Allowance | S$5,800 annually |
| Computer Allowance | S$1,750 (one-time, upon enrollment) |
| Accommodation Allowance | S$3,000 annually |
| Application Process | Automatic consideration via the NUS undergraduate application |
| Final Award Announcement | By mid-July |
Scholarship Details
The ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to high-achieving freshmen from ASEAN member countries (excluding Singapore) who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership qualities, and a strong record in co-curricular activities.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the NUS 2025 ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an ASEAN country (excluding Singapore).
- Have excellent academic results from high school or equivalent institutions.
- Show leadership potential and strong involvement in co-curricular activities.
- Apply for admission to a full-time undergraduate degree programme at NUS.
- Not be a transfer applicant from another university (local or overseas).
ASEAN Member Countries:
Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage for subsidised undergraduate studies (requires acceptance of MOE Tuition Grant).
- S$5,800 living allowance per year.
- S$1,750 one-time computer allowance upon enrolment.
- S$3,000 annual accommodation allowance.
Application Process
You do not need to apply separately for the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship. All eligible students who apply for undergraduate admission to NUS will be automatically considered for the scholarship.
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Selection & Interview Process
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for interviews.
- Interviews will be conducted from January to July.
- Scholarship outcomes will be communicated by mid-July.
- The selection committee’s decisions are final; no appeals or disputes will be entertained.
Contact & Enquiries
For further questions or clarifications, please submit your scholarship enquiries here.
FAQs
Do I need to apply separately for the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship?
You don’t need to. All eligible applicants who apply to NUS for undergraduate admission are automatically considered.
Is Singapore included as an eligible country?
No. The scholarship is open to ASEAN nationals, excluding Singaporeans.
Can I apply if I’m transferring from another university?
No. Transfer students from local or overseas universities are not eligible.
What does the scholarship cover?
It covers full tuition fees, a living allowance (S$5,800/year), a one-time computer allowance (S$1,750), and a yearly accommodation allowance (S$3,000).
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