SingaporeNanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship 2027 is a prestigious, fully funded doctoral award at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) designed for outstanding graduates and final-year students aiming for a leading research career. The scholarship supports full-time PhD study and recognises exceptional academic achievement, research potential and leadership qualities.
The award is administered by Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, and includes tuition coverage, a monthly living stipend, and research and professional allowances. NTU selects scholars by nomination through school evaluation alongside PhD admission review.
Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship Benefits
- Tuition Coverage: Full annual tuition fee waiver for the duration of the award.
- Monthly Living Stipend:
- S$5,300 for Singapore Citizens (plus CPF contributions).
- S$4,800 for Singapore Permanent Residents.
- S$4,300 for International Students.
- Research & Professional Allowances:
- Overseas Conference Allowance: Up to S$5,000 per financial year.
- Book Allowance: Annual grant of S$500.
- IT Allowance: One-time grant of S$1,500.
- Thesis Allowance: One-time grant of S$600 (disbursed during final-year renewal).
- Additional Benefits: Priority for campus accommodation. (Note: International scholars must fulfill Graduate Assistantship Programme teaching/lab duties, and the award carries no post-graduation bond).
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Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Open to students of all nationalities.
- Academic Qualifications: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree with Honours (Highest Distinction) or equivalent. Final-year students may apply provided they supply official university documentation confirming they are on track to graduate with this classification.
- Language Proficiency: Must meet programme-specific English language requirements (TOEFL/IELTS where applicable; exemptions may apply for prior English-medium tertiary education).
Required Documents
- Passport or national ID.
- Academic certificates and official transcripts.
- Certified English translations of academic documents.
- Detailed research proposal.
- Updated CV or résumé.
- Research publications (optional).
- Standardised test scores (IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, etc.), if required.
How to Apply for Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship
- Identify a Research Area & Supervisor: Explore NTU’s research programmes and faculty profiles to align your proposed topic and secure preliminary supervisor alignment if required by your chosen school.
- Prepare Application Documents
- Arrange Referees: Secure institutional email addresses for two academic referees who will submit reports via NTU’s portal.
- Submit Online: Access the NTU Graduate Admissions portal (or the NIE portal for education tracks) between 1 November and 31 December 2026 (NIE: 2 November to 30 December 2026), select full-time doctoral study, indicate your NPGS preference, and pay any applicable application fees (S$50 unless waived).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the NPGS Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, selection and how to apply for the NTU Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship.
What is the NPGS Scholarship?
The Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship (NPGS) is a prestigious, competitive full-time doctoral award at NTU designed for outstanding graduates and final-year students. It recognises exceptional academic achievement, research potential and leadership qualities and supports full-time PhD study at NTU or NIE for education tracks.
Who is eligible to apply for NPGS?
NPGS is open to students of all nationalities. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree with Honours (Highest Distinction) or equivalent. Final-year students may apply if they provide official documentation confirming they are on track to graduate with the required classification. Applicants must also meet programme-specific English language requirements.
What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship provides a full annual tuition fee waiver, a monthly living stipend (S$5,300 for Singapore Citizens, S$4,800 for PRs, S$4,300 for international students), and research/professional allowances including overseas conference allowance (up to S$5,000/year), book allowance (S$500/year), IT allowance (S$1,500 one-time) and thesis allowance (S$600 one-time).
How long is the NPGS award tenable?
The award is tenable for up to 4 years for PhD candidates. It is granted for one year initially and is renewable annually, subject to satisfactory academic and research progress as stated in the program details.
How are applicants selected for the scholarship?
Selection is by nomination through the university’s school evaluation process alongside PhD admission review. Assessment criteria include academic transcripts, the quality and feasibility of the research proposal, CV and leadership background, two academic referee reports, and performance in an interview for shortlisted candidates.
When is the application deadline?
The NTU general application window for NPGS applications is from 1 November to 31 December 2026, with the stated application deadline of 31 December 2026. For NIE education tracks the window is 2 November to 30 December 2026 (deadline 30 December 2026).
Which fields and schools are eligible under NPGS?
Full-time PhD programmes across all NTU academic schools and faculties are eligible, including Computing, Engineering, Sciences, Medicine, Business, Humanities, Arts, Design, Media, Communication, Social Sciences, and education/arts/sciences via the National Institute of Education (NIE) where applicable.
Can international students apply and what obligations exist?
Yes, international students can apply. International scholars should note they are required to fulfil Graduate Assistantship Programme teaching or lab duties as part of the award conditions. The award carries no post-graduation bond according to the program details.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include identification (passport/ID), educational qualifications and official transcripts (with certified English translations where applicable), a detailed research proposal, CV or resume, optional research publications, and standard test scores (IELTS/TOEFL/GRE) where applicable. Two academic referees must submit reports via NTU’s portal.
Where do I apply and indicate interest in NPGS?
Applicants should submit their applications via the NTU Graduate Admissions portal (or the NIE portal for education tracks) during the specified application window. When applying for full-time doctoral study, candidates should indicate their NPGS preference and follow the NTU admissions instructions linked on the official NPGS webpage.
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