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Study in Singapore

Singapore is Asia's premier education and financial hub — home to NUS (#8 world) and NTU (#26 world). A safe, English-speaking, multicultural city-state with excellent career prospects across finance, technology and business.

SGD 20K–55K
Annual Tuition
IELTS 6.0+
Or SAT / other
Asia Hub
Gateway to SE Asia
#1
Safest City in Asia
#8
NUS — World Rank (QS)
#26
NTU — World Rank (QS)
80K+
Int'l Students
English
Primary Language

Top Singapore Universities

Annual international tuition (approximate). Singapore has 6 autonomous universities, all globally ranked.

NUS
National University of Singapore
World Rank: #8 | Asia #1
Annual FeesSGD 28,000 – 55,000
LawMedicineComputingBusinessEngineering
Min. IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0
NTU
Nanyang Technological University
World Rank: #26 | STEM Focus
Annual FeesSGD 26,000 – 50,000
EngineeringComputingBusinessSciences
Min. IELTS: 6.5
SMU
Singapore Management University
World Rank: #511–520 | Business Focus
Annual FeesSGD 30,000 – 48,000
BusinessLawAccountancyIS
Min. IELTS: 6.5
SUTD
Singapore Univ. of Technology & Design
World Rank: Top 100 Engineering (MIT Collab)
Annual FeesSGD 22,000 – 40,000
EngineeringArchitectureDesignAI
Min. IELTS: 6.5
SIT
Singapore Institute of Technology
Applied Learning | Industry Focus
Annual FeesSGD 20,000 – 35,000
Health SciencesICTEngineeringHospitality
Min. IELTS: 6.0
SUSS
Singapore Univ. of Social Sciences
Flexible Learning | Part-time Options
Annual FeesSGD 18,000 – 28,000
Social WorkCounsellingBusinessLaw
Min. IELTS: 6.0

All Singapore Institutions We Work With

Beyond the 6 autonomous universities — private institutions and international campuses popular with Indian students.

InstitutionAreaKnown ForAnnual Fees
SIM Global EducationClementiUniv. of London / RMIT partner degreesSGD 12,000 – 25,000
Kaplan SingaporeCity CentreMurdoch / Essex partner degreesSGD 12,000 – 24,000
PSB AcademyCity CentreCoventry / Newcastle partner degreesSGD 12,000 – 22,000
James Cook University SingaporeSims DriveBusiness, IT, PsychologySGD 22,000 – 35,000
Curtin SingaporeJalan RajahBusiness, CommunicationSGD 18,000 – 28,000
MDISStirling RoadBusiness, Media, HealthSGD 12,000 – 20,000
LSBF SingaporeCity CentreFinance, HospitalitySGD 10,000 – 18,000
S P Jain School of Global ManagementHyderabad RoadGlobal BBA / MBASGD 25,000 – 40,000
ESSEC Asia-PacificNepal HillMBA, Luxury Brand ManagementSGD 30,000 – 60,000
INSEAD Asia CampusAyer RajahMBA (world top-ranked)SGD 90,000+ (MBA)
Amity Global InstituteCity CentreBusiness, ITSGD 10,000 – 18,000
Nanyang Institute of ManagementOrchardBusiness, HospitalitySGD 10,000 – 16,000
DigiPen Institute of Technologyone-northGame Design, CSSGD 25,000 – 30,000
EASBBalestierBusiness, HospitalitySGD 10,000 – 16,000
TMC AcademyCity CentreBusiness, PsychologySGD 10,000 – 15,000
Auston Institute of ManagementCity CentreEngineering, Project ManagementSGD 10,000 – 16,000
Raffles College of Higher EducationCity CentreDesign, FashionSGD 14,000 – 20,000
Dimensions International CollegeMultiple campusesHospitality, BusinessSGD 8,000 – 14,000
SHRM CollegeCity CentreHospitality ManagementSGD 8,000 – 14,000
ERC InstituteCity CentreBusiness, EntrepreneurshipSGD 10,000 – 15,000
Singapore PolytechnicDoverDiplomas — Engineering, ITSGD 10,000 – 12,000
Ngee Ann PolytechnicClementiDiplomas — Business, MediaSGD 10,000 – 12,000
Temasek PolytechnicTampinesDiplomas — Design, ITSGD 10,000 – 12,000
Nanyang PolytechnicAng Mo KioDiplomas — Engineering, HealthSGD 10,000 – 12,000
Republic PolytechnicWoodlandsDiplomas — Sports, TechSGD 10,000 – 12,000

Don't see your institution? We process applications for many more — contact us for a free eligibility check.

Popular Fields of Study in Singapore

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Computing & AI
CS, Data Science, Cybersecurity
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Finance & Banking
Fintech, Wealth Mgmt, Risk
⚙️
Engineering
Electronics, Aerospace, Biomedical
🏛️
Business & MBA
Management, Strategy, Entrepreneurship
⚖️
Law
NUS Law — Asia's Top Law School
🎨
Design & Architecture
Urban, Industrial, Interior Design
⚕️
Medicine & Life Sciences
Biomedical, Pharmacy, Nursing
🌏
International Relations
Diplomacy, Asian Studies, Policy

Entry Requirements

🎓 Academic Requirements
  • Undergraduate: 70–80% in 10+2 (highly competitive)
  • Postgraduate: Bachelor's with 65%+ (first class preferred)
  • MBA: Work experience 3–5 years preferred
  • GRE/GMAT: Required for some programs at NUS/NTU
  • Portfolio: Required for Design/Architecture
📄 Documents Required
  • IELTS: 6.0–7.0 (varies by program)
  • TOEFL iBT: 85–100
  • SOP / Personal Statement
  • 2–3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Valid Passport
  • Financial Proof: SGD 15,000–20,000 per year
  • Student Pass (applied after admission)

Cost of Living in Singapore

Singapore is a high-cost city but salaries and career opportunities are also significantly higher than most Asian countries.

🏠
Accommodation
SGD 600–2,000
per month
🍽️
Food & Groceries
SGD 300–600
per month
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Transport (MRT)
SGD 80–150
per month
📱
Phone & Internet
SGD 30–60
per month
🎭
Entertainment
SGD 100–200
per month
🦁
Total Estimate
SGD 1,110–3,010
per month

Visa & Work Opportunities

Student Pass (STP)
  • Required for all full-time international students
  • Part-time work: 16 hrs/week during term (NUS/NTU/SMU)
  • Full-time during term breaks
  • Annual renewal required
Post-Study Work Options
  • Employment Pass (EP): For graduates earning SGD 5,000+/month
  • S Pass: For mid-level roles (SGD 3,150+/month)
  • Tech.Pass: For experienced tech professionals
  • PR: Permanent Residency possible after 1–2 years of work
  • Gateway to careers across SE Asia region

Scholarships for Indian Students

NUS Research Scholarship
SGD 2,000–2,500/month + Tuition
For PhD students. Covers full tuition fees plus monthly stipend for the duration of the PhD program (typically 4 years).
NTU Research Scholarship
SGD 2,000/month + Tuition
For PhD and some Master's by research students at NTU. Highly competitive and merit-based.
ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship
Full Tuition + SGD 5,800/year
For ASEAN nationals (including India for some programs). Covers tuition, accommodation, and annual living allowance.
SMU Merit Scholarship
Up to SGD 15,000
Awarded to top-performing international undergraduates admitted to SMU's business and law programs.

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