Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery Scholarship 2026 is a funding opportunity for graduate research students at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS). It supports Master’s by research and PhD candidates whose thesis topics are related to Buddhist studies, providing financial assistance for tuition and research expenses.
The scholarship is funded by a generous donation from the Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery, a Buddhist institution, and administered by NUS. It aims to promote academic research and scholarship in the field of Buddhist studies within the university’s graduate programmes.
Benefits of Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery Scholarship 2026
- Tuition fees (partial subsidy for Master’s International Students if proceeds are insufficient)
- A one-off research allowance of S$3,000
- Stipend amounts vary by citizenship and programme (details in stipend table)
- CPF on top of stipend for Singapore Citizens
- Renewable each semester based on satisfactory progress, up to 4 years for PhD and 2 years for Master’s
Eligibility Criteria for the Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery Scholarship 2026
- Open to Master’s by research and PhD students undertaking a graduate programme in FASS
- Thesis must be related to Buddhist studies
- Applicable to all nationalities
- Candidates must be successful in their application for a graduate research programme at FASS
- Minimum TOEFL internet-based score of 85/120 or IELTS score of 6/9
- Applications must include a recommendation letter/email from supervisor endorsed by Head of Department/Programme
- GRE compulsory for PhD applicants and Master’s applicants to the Department of Psychology & the Department of Social Work
How to Apply for Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery Scholarship 2026
- Apply for the scholarship within the admissions application through GradApp (https://gradapp.nus.edu.sg/portal/app_manage)
- New students: indicate interest by enclosing form FASS-G24/22 with application package
- Current students: indicate interest by emailing the Administrator ([email protected]) by the same deadlines
- Fulfill additional scholarship application requirements stated in GradApp
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply, based on the official scholarship information from NUS.
What is the Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery Scholarship?
The Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery Scholarship is a graduate research scholarship for Master’s and PhD students at NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. It supports students whose thesis research is related to Buddhist studies, funded by a donation from the Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery.
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
Eligibility is open to all nationalities for Master’s by research and PhD students in FASS with a thesis related to Buddhist studies. Applicants must be successful in their FASS graduate programme application and meet English proficiency requirements (TOEFL 85 or IELTS 6).
What benefits does the scholarship provide?
Benefits include tuition fee support (with partial subsidy for international Master’s students if needed), a one-time S$3,000 research allowance, and a monthly stipend varying by citizenship and department. The scholarship is renewable based on progress for up to 4 years (PhD) or 2 years (Master’s).
What is the application deadline for the scholarship?
The application deadlines align with NUS admission intakes. For August intake (Semester 1), the window is May 15 to November 1. For January intake (Semester 2), it is November 2 to May 15. Specific yearly deadlines should be checked via GradApp.
How do I apply for the Foo Hai Ch’an Monastery Scholarship?
Apply through the NUS GradApp portal during your admissions application. New students must include the FASS-G24/22 form. Current students should email [email protected] to indicate interest. Follow all additional requirements stated in GradApp.
Is there a service bond or commitment required?
Service commitments vary and are conveyed via the offer letter. There are no specific bond requirements mentioned for this scholarship.
What are the English proficiency requirements?
Applicants must achieve a minimum TOEFL internet-based score of 85 out of 120 or an IELTS score of 6 out of 9. These are standard requirements for graduate research programmes at FASS.
Can current NUS students apply for this scholarship?
Yes, current students can apply by sending an email to the Administrator ([email protected]) to indicate interest. They must apply by the same deadlines as new students and provide the required recommendation.
What is the stipend amount for this scholarship?
Stipend amounts vary by citizenship (Singaporean, Permanent Resident, International) and department (Economics/History vs. other FASS departments). Details are provided in a stipend table, with amounts ranging from S$2,300 to S$3,500 per month.
How long is the scholarship tenable?
The scholarship is initially tenable for one year and can be renewed each semester based on satisfactory progress. The maximum period is four years for PhD candidates and two years for Master’s candidates.
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