Which are the organisations that give out scholarships, bursaries or interest-free loans in Singapore in 2025?
Scholarships
Government and Public Sector Scholarships:
- Public Service Commission (PSC) Scholarships: Prestigious awards for students aiming for careers in the public sector: https://www.psc.gov.sg/scholarships/undergraduate-scholarships/psc-scholarships
- Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Scholarships: For individuals pursuing leadership roles within the military: https://www.mindef.gov.sg/scholarship/scholarships-safos
- Agency for Integrated Care (AIC): Supports students in healthcare-related fields: https://www.aic.sg/partners/sector-scholarships/
- Building and Construction Authority (BCA):For those entering the construction and built environment sectors: https://www1.bca.gov.sg/about-us/bca-undergraduate-scholarship
- Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT):Targets students in infocomm and cybersecurity disciplines: https://www.csit.gov.sg/join-us/csit-undergraduate-scholarship
University-Specific Scholarships:
- National University of Singapore (NUS): Offers various scholarships for undergraduates and postgraduates: https://www.nus.edu.sg/oam/scholarships/scholarships-for-freshmen-%28international-students%29
- Nanyang Technological University (NTU):Provides scholarships across multiple faculties: https://www.scholarschoice.com.sg/provider/nanyang-technological-university-singapore-ntu/
- Singapore Management University (SMU):https://admissions.smu.edu.sg/financial-matters/financial-aid/smu-merit-scholarship-programme
- Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS): Offersstudy awards like the Elizabeth and Anthony Prakasam Trust Study Awards: https://www.suss.edu.sg/admissions/financial-matters/scholarships-sponsorships
Specialized Scholarships:
- Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA):A bond-free scholarship for international students pursuing PhDs in science and engineering: https://www.a-star.edu.sg/Scholarships/for-graduate-studies/singapore-international-graduate-award-singa
- A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (AGS):Funds up to four years of PhD or EngD studies in Singapore: https://www.a-star.edu.sg/Scholarships/for-graduate-studies/a-star-graduate-scholarship-singapore
Bursaries
Community and Ethnic-Based Organizations:
- Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA):Offers bursaries and educational support to Indian students: https://www.sinda.org.sg/programme/sindabursary/
- Hindu Endowment Board– https://heb.org.sg/sivadas-heb-tertiary-bursary/
- Singapore Indian Education Trust (SIET):Offers bursaries and interest-free loans to Indian students: https://siet.sg/bursary/
- Lembaga Biasiswa Kenangan Maulud (LBKM): Provides bursaries for students from primary to postgraduate levels. org.sg
- Muslimin Trust Fund Association (MTFA):Provides bursary awards to Muslim students. SG Social Support+1NUS+1
Educational Institutions:
- Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP):Administers various bursaries and grants, including private donor bursaries. Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)
- Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS):Offers multiple study grants and bursaries to support financially disadvantaged students. Singapore University of Social Sciences+1Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)+1
- Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA) & Kaplan Higher Education Academy:https://www.sinda.org.sg/programme/kaplansindascholarship/
Interest-Free Loans
- SIET Interest-Free Study Loan:Available to Indian students pursuing tertiary education. A-Star Institute+9SMU Admissions+9Wikipedia+9
- Ngee Ann Polytechnic:Provides interest-free loans for IT devices to eligible students. Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)
- Singapore Management University (SMU):Offers student loans that are interest-free during the course of studies and repayable after graduation. SMU Admissions
Additional Resources
- BrightSparks:A platform to explore various scholarship opportunities in Singapore: https://brightsparks.com.sg/scholarshipproviders.php
- Scholarship Guide: Provides information on bond-free scholarships available for undergraduate studies. scholarshipguide.com.sg
- Hindu & Chinese Templesdo provide scholarships & bursaries
Note: Application periods and eligibility criteria vary across different scholarships and bursaries. It’s advisable to visit the respective organisation’s official website or contact their admissions or financial aid offices for the most accurate and updated information.
Also, this list is not exhaustive. There are other organisations that provide assistance that are not listed here. Please do your research.
If you need assistance in identifying scholarships or bursaries tailored to your specific field of study or background, feel free to ask for help from Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA) or Singapore Indian Education Trust (SIET) or The Little India Shopkeepers & Heritage Association (LISHA) or email SG: Indian at info@contentwerkz.com
