What's the tuition grant?

MOE subsidizes fees but you must work in Singapore for 3 years after graduation.

Is Singapore expensive?

Housing is high, but food and transport are reasonable with student budgeting.

Students at approved institutions can work up to 16 hours/week during term.

Study in Singapore

Singapore is home to NUS and NTU, consistently ranked global top 15. Safe, multicultural, and strategically located.

Calculate My Cost Compare vs Others

Lifestyle:

💰 budget

⚖️ standard

✨ comfort

Cost Comparison by Lifestyle

Expense Category	💰 Budget	⚖️ Standard	✨ Comfort
Tuition / year	SGD 17,000	SGD 28,000	SGD 40,000
Living / month	SGD 900	SGD 1,200	SGD 1,700
Housing / month	SGD 700	SGD 1,000	SGD 1,400
Visa Fee	SGD 90	SGD 90	SGD 90
Health Insurance	SGD 350	SGD 550	SGD 750
Est. First Year Total	SGD 41,404	SGD 62,084	SGD 92,104

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*Estimates vary by city and lifestyle. Use the calculator for accuracy.

Cost Breakdown Notes

Tuition grant schemes can reduce fees but require 3-year work commitment post-graduation.

Tips for Students

Apply for MOE Tuition Grant. Hawker centers offer meals for SGD 3-5.

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Complete Singapore study cost guide: NUS $43K-67K/year, NTU $41K-64K/year, SMU $46K-71K/year. HDB room SGD 700-1,200/month. Hawker meals SGD 3-6. Student's Pass, Tuition Grant, and Asia career access.

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