Scholarships to study abroad in Singapore: ASEAN Scholarship and NUS, NTU scholarships

🔄 Cập nhật lần cuối: 08/10/26

Scholarships to study abroad in Singapore are famous for being competitive but very worthwhile: The Singapore Government has ASEAN Scholarships for high school students, while leading universities such as NUS and NTU have ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarships for undergraduates. This article summarizes the benefits, conditions, selection process and commitments that need to be understood before submitting the application.

Overview of scholarships to study abroad in Singapore

Singapore has two major scholarship "doors" for Vietnamese students. The first door opens early, from grades 8–10, with the ASEAN Scholarship granted by the Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE) to study from Secondary 3 to the end of university preparatory level. The second door is scholarships from public universities, most notably the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship from NUS and NTU.

ASEAN Scholarship from the Singapore Ministry of Education

According to the official page of MOE Singapore, ASEAN Scholarship is for Vietnamese students who are studying in grade 8, 9 or 10, have good and stable academic results, are proficient in English and have achievements in extracurricular activities. The year of birth frame is specified for each admission course. Students are admitted to Secondary 3 at selected secondary schools, studying 4 years towards GCE A-Level or equivalent.

Benefits

• Tuition, dormitory accommodation and annual allowance, initial stability allowance.
• Economy class round-trip airfare.
• GCE O-Level and A-Level exam fees (one time).
• Medical assistance and accident insurance.

Selection process

Candidates submit applications online (usually open at the beginning of the year, around January-February), then those who enter the next round will take the exam and interview in Hanoi, Da Nang or Ho Chi Minh City. Results are usually available around September and students go to Singapore at the end of the year. The Singapore Embassy in Hanoi also posts recruitment notices every year.

Families considering sending their children early should read more Letting your child study abroad early from high school: advantages and disadvantages and scholarships for high school students.

ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship at NUS, NTU

According to the admission pages of NUS and NTU, the ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship covers 100% of subsidized tuition (after deducting the Tuition Grant), along with a living allowance of S$5,800/year, an accommodation allowance of S$3,000/year and a one-time S$1,750 to buy a computer (as of the time of updating the article).

• NUS: no need to apply for a separate scholarship; All qualified candidates will be considered for admission, and candidates entering the next round will be invited to interview.
• NTU: submit scholarship form with admission documents, including short essay and teacher evaluation.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0 and good conduct; Do not accept other scholarships in parallel without the school's approval.

In addition to ASEAN scholarships, schools also have other prestigious scholarships and scholarships from SMU, SUTD, and corporate scholarship programs. A list of other regional programs is included in the article ASEAN scholarships and Southeast Asia regional programs.

Tuition Grant and 3-year work commitment

The ASEAN Undergraduate scholarship itself has no strings attached, but the recipient must receive a Tuition Grant (tuition subsidy from MOE Singapore). International students receiving the Tuition Grant must commit to working for a company registered in Singapore for 3 years after graduation (Medicine and Dentistry have a longer term according to Ministry of Health regulations). This is an important point to consider if you plan to continue your studies or return home immediately after graduation. Learn more in the article keep the scholarship throughout the course.

Prepare documents and schedules

1. Academic performance and English: maintain stable high scores; Prepare English certificate or SAT/A-Level/IB as required.
2. Extracurricular activities: refer to the article Extracurricular activities and personal projects.
3. Interview: practice answering questions about motivation, goals, and problem solving.
4. After passing: make Student's Pass, arrange flights and accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is MOE's ASEAN Scholarship binding to work in Singapore?

MOE's information page for high school scholarships does not state any obligations. However, when you go to Singapore university and receive the Tuition Grant, you will have a 3-year work commitment.

Do I have to apply separately for the NUS ASEAN scholarship?

According to NUS, no separate application is required; Eligible candidates will be considered for admission. NTU requires a separate scholarship form.

Do NUS and NTU scholarships cover all costs?

The scholarship covers tuition fees after the Tuition Grant and fixed stipends. The actual cost of living in Singapore may be higher, so you should plan ahead.

If I drop out of school midway, do I have to return it?

Maybe. Schools stipulate that those who voluntarily terminate their scholarships early may have to repay the amount received.

Scholarships to study abroad in Singapore require early and comprehensive preparation, but open up Asia's leading learning environment right near Vietnam. When you have the results, contact VeDuHoc via hotline/Zalo 090.1800.918 for support on your first flight.

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