National University of Singapore MBA Scholarship Programme

Applications are now open for the prestigious National University of Singapore (NUS) MBA programme, one of Asia’s most globally ranked business programmes. The NUS MBA welcomes ambitious professionals seeking to advance their careers through world-class business education.The programme offers both Merit-Based Scholarships and Financial Need-Based Scholarships to deserving candidates.

Merit-based scholarships are awarded to outstanding candidates who demonstrate exceptional achievements and leadership potential, while need-based scholarships support talented individuals who demonstrate genuine financial need. Importantly, all applicants are automatically considered for NUS MBA scholarships at no additional cost simply check the relevant box in your application form. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: Master’s
• Host Country: Singapore
• Awarding University: National University of Singapore (NUS Business School)
• Application Deadlines: Various Deadline
• Scholarship Type: Partialy Funded (Merit-Based and Need-Based)
• Open to All Nationalities: Yes
• Application Fee: No application fee

What This Scholarship Offers:

• Merit-based and need-based scholarships significantly reduce the total tuition cost of S$106,849.76, helping recipients manage their financial investment in their education
• Access to a globally ranked MBA programme recognised for academic excellence and business relevance
• Learn from distinguished professors and industry experts with extensive professional experience
• Connect with accomplished professionals, business leaders, and entrepreneurs from diverse industries and countries
• Gain strategic business knowledge, leadership skills, and professional credentials that accelerate career progression and earning potential
• Choose between full-time, part-time, or part-time flex formats that align with your professional commitments
• Join a prestigious global community of MBA graduates holding leadership positions in multinational corporations, startups, and governments
• Pursue specialisations in Finance, Marketing, and other strategic business areas
• Participate in semester-long or short-term exchange programmes at partner universities in the Greater China region and beyond
• Opportunity to compete for prestigious awards and medals based on academic excellence and leadership contributions
• Develop critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and leadership capabilities essential for senior management roles

Eligibility Criteria:

Academic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution
• Strong academic performance (considered as part of holistic review)

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of post-bachelor’s full-time work experience at the point of application
• Candidates with 4+ years of experience and strong profiles may qualify for standardised test waivers
• For part-time programmes: Non-Singaporean and Singapore PR applicants must have Singapore-based full-time employment or residency

Standardised Test Scores:

• Valid GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment (EA) score
• Score reports must be valid for at least one month from application submission
• Test waiver available for qualified candidates with 4+ years of professional experience and strong academic/professional profiles (case-by-case basis)

English Language Proficiency:

• TOEFL: Minimum score of 100, OR
• IELTS: Minimum score of 7.0
• Waiver available: Applicants with English-taught bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of professional experience in English-speaking environments may request waiver (case-by-case basis)
• Score reports must be valid for at least one month from submission

Merit-Based Scholarship Eligibility:

• Outstanding academic record
• Demonstrated professional achievements and career progression
• Strong leadership potential
• Exceptional personal achievements
• Strong application profile overall

Programme Formats:

• Full-time MBA
• Part-time MBA
• Part-time Flex MBA

Important Deadlines:

Full-time MBA:

• Round 1: 29 October 2026
• Round 2: 20 January 2027
• Round 3: 31 March 2027

Part-time MBA:

• Round 1: 24 November 2026
• Round 2: 25 February 2027
• Round 3: 05 May 2027

Special Note for External Scholarships:

• APEC and ADB-JSP scholarship applicants must submit by Round 2 deadline

Programme Cost and Funding:

Total Tuition Fee (August 2027 Intake):

• S$106,849.76 (inclusive of Goods & Services Tax)

Full-time Payment Schedule:

• Upon Acceptance: S$15,000
• Semester 1: S$45,924.88
• Semester 2: S$45,924.88

Part-time and Part-time Flex Payment Schedule:

• Upon Acceptance: S$15,000
• Semester 1: S$22,962.44
• Semester 2: S$22,962.44
• Semester 3: S$22,962.44
• Semester 4: S$22,962.44

Awards and Achievements:

Beyond scholarships, NUS MBA students have opportunities to earn prestigious awards during their studies:

Major Graduation Awards:

• Ernst and Young Prize – Financial Management excellence
• Inchcape Berhad Prize – Corporate Strategy excellence
• NUS Business School Mandarin Alumni Medal and Prize – Exchange programme achievement
• Marketing Institute of Singapore Prize – Marketing specialisation excellence
• Outstanding Graduating Student Prize – Overall excellence and leadership (full-time students)
• dtcpay Award – Fintech innovation excellence
• Panasonic Prize – Asia Markets and Marketing excellence
• Reginald Quahe Memorial Medal – Overall GPA excellence
• Saw Medal and Prize in Finance – Finance specialisation excellence

How to Apply:

• Stage 1: Prepare Your Application
• Stage 2: Submit Application Components
  • Bachelor’s degree transcript
  • GMAT/GRE/Executive Assessment score report (or test waiver request if applicable)
  • TOEFL/IELTS score report (or waiver request if applicable)
  • Resume/CV highlighting professional experience
  • Essays addressing programme prompts
  • Professional references
  • For need-based scholarship: Financial documentation and supporting essay
  • Proof of Singapore-based employment/residency (if applicable for part-time applicants)
• Stage 3: Video Assessment (NEW)
• Stage 4: Live Admissions Interview