The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a fully-funded scholarship for international students pursuing a Ph.D. at top universities in Singapore. It aims to attract and nurture global talent to conduct innovative research in a world-class academic environment.
Key Features:
Financial Coverage:
- Full coverage of tuition fees.
- A monthly stipend of SGD 2,200, which increases to SGD 2,700 after passing the qualifying examination.
- One-time airfare grant of SGD 1,500.
- One-time settling-in allowance of SGD 1,000.
Eligibility:
- Open to international students from all countries with excellent academic records.
- Applicants must have a passion for research and strong English proficiency.
- No requirement to secure separate admission to the partner universities, as the scholarship application process includes university placements.
Participating Universities:
- Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
- National University of Singapore (NUS).
- Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD).
- Singapore Management University (SMU) for research-intensive Ph.D. programs.
Application Process:
- Submit an online application through the SINGA portal.
- Provide required documents, including academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose.
- No application fee is required.
Deadline:
- The application is open year-round, but intakes typically occur in January and August. Deadlines vary for these intakes:
- January 2025 Intake: Likely deadline in June 2024.
- August 2025 Intake: Likely deadline in December 2024.
This prestigious award is ideal for aspiring researchers looking to work in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment. For more details, visit the official SINGA website
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