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NUS Complete Application and Scholarship Profile ?

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February 23, 2023
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There is a huge variety of university applications for Singaporean institutions. Each university has a different admissions process and scholarship, but what about NUS? National University of Singapore is the best university in Singapore—are you curious about the application process and scholarships? Take a look below to find out the complete insight about NUS!

National University of Singapore (NUS)

NUS, Singapore's flagship university, provides students with rigorous education from the best professors in the field, opportunities to study abroad at 300 major universities in 50 countries, and work experience? up to a year with the best exciting startups and businesses. Also, this university offers internships in Singapore and abroad. The university is also known worldwide for pioneering new educational models within NUS such as NUS Overseas College, University Town, University Scholars Program, and successfully establishing Yong Siew Toh Conservatory Duke NUS graduates through strategic partnerships.

NUS Admission

Like any other top university, National University of Singapore has a lot of requirements when it comes to admitting students. Furthermore, take a look below at some of the requirements if you want to be admitted to NUS.

Qualifications  Applicants who have completed the high school final examination Applicants who will be completing the high school final examination after application closing date

English Requirement
'A' Level (AQA, Cambridge, Edexcel, London, OCR, Oxford International AQA, WJEC) 'Advanced' Level exam results


A good pass in at least 3 'Advanced' Level subjects
'Advanced Subsidiary' Level exam results
Expected to have a good pass in at least 3 'Advanced' Level subjects
Not required
Indonesian Ujian Nasional (UN) Ujian Nasional Siswa / Ijasah Sekolah Menengah Atas results
A good pass in Ujian Nasional (UN) / Ijasah Sekolah Menengah Atas
SMA Class 11 Semester 2 and Class 12 Semester 1 results
Expected to pass Ijasah Sekolah Menengah Atas by August 2022
Required
International Baccalaureate (IB)  Apply with actual International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results Apply with predicted International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results, as attested by high school ?

Want to know more about NUS admission? Read it all here!

NUS Scholarship

Scholarships are one of the most important elements to consider if you are trying to apply for top universities. Here are some scholarships that you should know if you want to enter NUS:

NUS Scholarship #1: ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (AUS)

The first National University of Singapore scholarship is the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship, which is a full-tuition scholarship offered by this university for citizens or permanent residents from the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN), excluding Singapore. Students from ASEAN countries such as Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam can sign up to apply for this scholarship. 

For the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (AUS), a separate scholarship application is not required. Furthermore, all eligible students applying for undergraduate admission to NUS will be automatically considered for the scholarship. 

NUS Scholarship #2: Science & Technology (S&T) Undergraduate Scholarship

Another National University of Singapore scholarship is the Science & Technology (S&T) Undergraduate Scholarship, which is offered by NUS to outstanding Asian students (excluding Singapore). 

For the Science & Technology (S&T) Undergraduate Scholarship, a separate scholarship application is not required. Also, all eligible and outstanding applicants of Asian nationalities will be automatically considered for the scholarship based on their applications. Moreover, shortlisted applicants will be notified via email of a scholarship interview by June, the year of admission.

Want to know more about NUS scholarships? Find out here!

NUS Application

The NUS application is a special process for aspiring students. This process requires you to put all of your attention and time into it . This is because there are a lot of things that you need to do and every detail needs to be perfect. Not only do you need to make sure that every requirement is fulfilled, but you also need to keep your progress on track with the application deadline.

Below are the application deadlines for NUS application:

Qualification Type AY2023 Application Closing Dates Estimated Application Outcome by: Appeal Window
Indonesian Ujian Nasional (UN)[1]Vietnam National High School Graduation Examination[1]Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)[1] 31 January 2023, Tuesday Mid-May May 2022[2]  
All other qualifications 3 March 2023, Friday Mid-May to end July

After knowing the application deadline, the next step is to know the application process for international students. Furthermore, the application process is online, which means you can access your application anytime and anywhere. Let's take a further look at the NUS application process below:

Step 1: Online application submission

  1. Visit the application page and apply to the application group.
  2. Once your application has been received, you will be given an application number and receive an email with the subject line "Acknowledgement of Application to NUS Undergraduate Courses", after submitting it online.
  3. By the application deadline for your qualification, you would still be able to change your contact information, course preferences, accomplishments, and personal statement via the applicant portal.

Step 2: Paying the application fee

  1. Your application must be accompanied by a $20 non-refundable application fee. For a list of available payment options, click here.

Step 3: Electronic filing of the proof of purchase

  1. By the application deadline, you must upload a complete set of supporting documents via the applicant portal.
  2. Check the document status using the Applicant Portal 3 - 5 working days after electronic submission. If there is no update to your document status, you are required to re-upload your documents again.
  3. All non-English supporting documents must be accompanied by an English translation.
  4. Do not submit original certificates and documents as they will not be returned.
  5. Incomplete applications by the deadline may affect the processing of your application or its withdrawal from consideration for admission.

NUS Majors List

Want to know which of NUS Majors is suitable for you? Let's take a look at the complete list below:

Petroleum Engineering (#1 in the world)

A combination of innovation, exploration, and expansion make up petroleum engineering. Also, every other major provides the necessary foundational skills for carrying out their work in an efficient manner. Supercomputers are used by petroleum engineers not only for reservoir simulation and analysis of exploration data but also for drilling and oilfield production automation. 

Civil and Structural Engineering (#3 in the world)

Being involved in civil engineering immerses you in the modern built environment. Moreover, roads, bridges, buildings, airports, sewer systems, and other structures and systems that are known to all of us are designed and built with care and intelligence by civil engineers. Furthermore, they are becoming more and more concerned with the how of the world around us, how people live in and use the built environment, and how we might improve it for the benefit of people and the environment.

Chemical Engineering (#3 in the world)

Chemical engineering is a multidisciplinary field of engineering that combines natural and experimental sciences (like chemistry and physics), life sciences (like biology, microbiology, and biochemistry), as well as mathematics and economics. Moreover, chemical engineers design, develop, produce, transform, transport, operate, and manage the industrial processes that turn raw materials into valuable products.

Curious about the other majors? Find out here!

National University of Singapore is a world-renowned university and every year, admission to this prestigious university can be a tough competition for many students, given the high GPA cut-offs and the strong academic performance. However, with the right preparation, becoming an NUS student can be within your reach!

NUS Master Degree

NUS Master Degree will provide you with professional and personal progress through a comprehensive and immersive learning environment. The curriculum at NUS also provides you with the information and toolkit to excel in a rapidly changing world by balancing academic rigor with an immersive approach.

You will gain an unmatched breadth and depth of knowledge about business across Asia by fusing Western business concepts with leadership principles from a distinctly Asian perspective. Through international student exchanges, study abroad programs, case competitions, internships, and other opportunities, you will continue to learn long after the class has ended. 

To get into the NUS Master Degree, there are some requirements you need to fulfill to be eligible as an applicant. Here are some admission requirements for applying to an NUS Master Degree:

Education

To be eligible to apply for an NUS Master Degree, you need to at least hold a bachelor's degree. This is a MUST. 

GMAT/GRE

You need to have a good GMAT/GRE score. No matter your level of job experience, full-time applicants must take the GMAT or GRE. The Executive Assessment (EA) may be taken in lieu of the GMAT or GRE by part-time applicants with at least seven years of work experience. Please be aware that Integrated Reasoning (IR) scores will also be considered if you are submitting your GMAT or EA scores. Score reports must remain valid for at least a month after being submitted.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of full-time working experience–following graduation–is required for all applicants. Non-Singaporeans and Singaporean PR candidates applying for part-time programs must show proof of full-time employment or residency in Singapore that was in effect at the time of application.

TOEFL/IELTS

Score reports from the TOEFL or IELTS must be valid for at least a month after submission if English was not the primary language of instruction throughout undergraduate or graduate study.

  • TOEFL: Minimum score of 100
  • IELTS: Minimum score of 7.0

Want to know more about NUS Master Degree? Read Here!

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