Study in Singapore

Singapore is counted as one of the smallest countries in the world. The country’s strategic location, hi-tech facilities, fascinating cultural contrasts, low crime rate and tourist attractions has seen it becoming a leading destination for both business and pleasure in recent years.

Singapore is growing as a popular destination to study among the international students. Job opportunities are definitely available for international students in Singapore and most students continue to stay and work after they complete their courses. Singapore is becoming an increasingly popular destination for Indian professionals too as there is increasing demand for overseas labour from the financial services and banking industries.
The cost of living and tuitions fees in Singapore are lower as compared to that in the UK or US.

Singaporean Education System has both local and foreign universities and institutions which offer world recognized courses to students. The main language of instruction is English; Singapore’s education system has been described as “worlds-leading” education system.

Living conditions in Singapore are among the highest in Asia, compared to countries like UK or US. The cost of living too is relatively low. Basic items like food and clothing are very reasonable. It is safe and the economy is stable, providing many opportunities for graduates. Students should make prior arrangements for accommodation before arrival in Singapore.

Any international student wishing to study full-time in Singapore is required to apply for a student visa. The student visa in Singapore is called as Student Pass.

Procedures for applying for a Student Pass

New applications for a Student Pass must be submitted at least one month and not more than 2 months prior to the commencement of the course.

Applications must be submitted through the Student’s Pass On-Line Application & Registration (SOLAR) system which is accessible through Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA).

List of Documents required to apply for the Students Pass (expansion option)

• Valid passport
• Valid travel documents including an onward or return ticket
• Sufficient funds to last for the intended period of stay in Singapore
• Two passport-size photos
• Offer letter from college/university in Singapore
• Completed application forms
• Yellow fever vaccination certificate if passing through or coming from an endemic zone within 6 days of arriving in Singapore
• Local sponsor’s ID card, with photocopy, except for those in Institutes of Higher Learning Singapore
• Birth certificate
• About 10 certified copies of highest educational certificates and results

The average cost of study for an international student annually would be in the range of S$ 24,000 – S$ 40,000(for an undergraduate degree in the Private Institutions and S$ 18,000 – S$ 30,000 (for a masters degree in Private Institutions)

The tuition fees for an undergraduate degree in Public Universities would be approx S$ 45,000 – S$ 95,000 (for a professional course) and the tuition fees for a Post graduate degree would be approx S$ 16,000 – S$ 25,000

International students in Singapore spend on average about S$750 to S$2,000 a month on living expenses. Both on campus and off campus accommodation options are available

Scholarships

Singapore offers both government and university scholarships and fellowships to students.

List of Scholarships available :

Private Scholarships