Amgen Scholars Asia Program 2026 at NUS (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the prestigious Amgen Scholars Asia Program 2026 at the National University of Singapore (NUS)! This fully funded 8-week summer research opportunity targets undergraduate students passionate about biomedical and biotechnological sciences, offering hands-on lab experience in basic and translational research to inspire future PhD pursuits. The deadline is February 1, 2026, with no application fee required.

Open to undergraduates from eligible Asian countries who have completed at least one year of study, maintain strong academics, demonstrate English proficiency, and commit to returning to studies post-program. Best part is that you dont need to contact the supervisor as well as no need of IELTS. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details

• Duration: 8 weeks full-time (summer 2026), including orientation, seminars, and Tokyo symposium
• Funding: Full coverage—SGD 6,000 stipend, accommodation, travel grant (up to SGD 1,500 for internationals), visa fees; own insurance needed
• Eligibility: Asian university undergrads (UN-defined regions), 1+ year completed, not graduating soon, PhD interest
• No Application Fee
• Deadline: 1st February 2026

About the Program

The Amgen Scholars Program inspires future innovators through summer research at world-class institutions. Launched in the US (2006), Europe (2008), Japan (2015), and joining in Asia at NUS in 2018, it targets undergraduates passionate about biology and related sciences pursuing graduate studies.

You’ll gain 8 weeks of full-time research in basic and translational sciences, guided by faculty from the Department of Biological Sciences and partners at Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

Beyond lab work, enjoy:

• Mentorship from leading faculty
• Graduate program info sessions at NUS
• Weekly seminars with visiting scientists
• Access to campus library, health services, and sports facilities
• Self-organized learning trips and social outings

Eligibility

You must be an undergraduate who:

• Is enrolled in a college/university in Asia offering a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields
• Has completed at least the first year of study by program start
• Will not graduate before the program and will return to studies for at least one semester/quarter after

Additional requirements:

• Strong academic record
• Good English proficiency (non-native speakers or non-English medium universities need one of: TOEFL iBT 72+, IELTS 5.5+, Cambridge FCE, TOEIC 1095+, TOEIC L&R 785+, TOEIC S&W 310+). A university letter confirming English-medium instruction works too.
• Interest in a Ph.D.

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Eligible Countries

• Eastern Asia: China; China, Hong Kong SAR; China, Macao SAR; China, Taiwan Province of China; Democratic People’s Republic of Korea; Japan; Mongolia; Republic of Korea
• South-Eastern Asia: Brunei Darussalam; Cambodia; Indonesia; Lao People’s Democratic Republic; Malaysia; Myanmar; Philippines; Singapore; Thailand; Timor-Leste; Viet Nam
• Central Asia: Kazakhstan; Kyrgyzstan; Tajikistan; Turkmenistan; Uzbekistan
• Southern Asia: Afghanistan; Bangladesh; Bhutan; India; Iran (Islamic Republic of); Maldives; Nepal; Pakistan; Sri Lanka
• Western Asia: Armenia; Azerbaijan; Bahrain; Cyprus; Georgia; Iraq; Israel; Jordan; Kuwait; Lebanon; Oman; Qatar; Saudi Arabia; State of Palestine; Syrian Arab Republic; Türkiye; United Arab Emirates; Yemen.

Participant Expectations

This is a full-time commitment. No courses or jobs allowed. Attend the entire program, including the Asia Symposium in Tokyo.

You must:

• Live in NUS-provided accommodation
• Engage fully in lab life, respect team members, and join meetings
• Complete lab safety training and test
• Attend orientation, events, and social activities
• Deliver a poster and oral presentation on your project
• Submit a final written report
• Present at the Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium 2026 in Tokyo, Japan

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Benefits

For International Scholars

• Arranged accommodation
• Travel grant up to SGD 1,500 (economy airfare to Singapore + Japan to home)
• SGD 6,000 stipend for 8 weeks
• Visa (TEP) fees covered by NUS

For Local Scholars

• Required to stay in provided accommodation
• Round-trip airfare to Tokyo Symposium covered
• SGD 6,000 stipend for 8 weeks

All participants arrange own health/travel insurance. Stipend covers meals, transport, and activities.

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Research Projects & Host Labs

Projects are revealed only to shortlisted applicants. Assigned by ranking—first choice not guaranteed. Do not contact supervisors directly.

Opportunities span NUS departments:

• Biological Sciences
• Biochemistry
• Pharmacology
• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Microbiology & Immunology

How to Apply?

Fill out the below online form to apply. No need to contact the supervisor.