The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a fully funded scholarship for international students interested in pursuing a PhD in Singapore. It is a collaboration between the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), National University of Singapore (NUS), and Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD).
Summary
Host Country: Singapore
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded PhD Scholarship
Eligible Countries: All Countries
Deadline: June 1, 2025
Reward:
Full tuition fee coverage
Monthly stipend of S$2,200 (increased to S$2,700 after passing the Qualifying Examination)
One-time airfare grant (up to S$1,500)
One-time settling-in allowance (S$1,000)
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Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. Open to all international graduates with a passion for research and excellent academic records.
2. Proficiency in written and spoken English.
3. Strong academic referee reports.
4. Additional criteria may apply based on A*STAR’s policies.
Required Documents
To complete the application, prepare and upload the following:
1. Passport (valid international passport).
2. Recent passport-sized photo (JPEG or PNG format).
3. Degree certificates (bachelor’s or master’s degrees).
4. Two recommendation reports (academic referees).
5. Transcripts and reports (English translation if not in English).
Application Process (Step-by-Step)
1. Research
Visit the official scholarship webpage to read about requirements and eligibility.
Explore available research areas and choose a project of interest.
2. Register
Create an account on the SINGA application portal with accurate details.
3. Complete the Application
Log in to the portal.
Select “Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)” in the scholarship options.
Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
4. Submit Application
Review all information before submission.
Submit your application well before the deadline to ensure referees have time to submit their reports.
5. Recommendations
Inform your referees to complete their recommendation reports promptly
Important Notes
Applications must be completed online—do not send hard copies.
Ensure all provided information is accurate for verification purposes.
Early submission is recommended to avoid delays.
Scholarship Benefits
1. Tuition fee coverage for up to four years.
2. Monthly stipend (S$2,200, rising to S$2,700 post-qualification).
3. One-time airfare grant and settling-in allowance.
Deadline
Submit your application before June 1, 2025.
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