About this scholarship
Applications are open for the National University of Singapore’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) scholarships in 2027. Various organizations such as theAsian Development Bank, and the Japan Governmentfund the MBA program at the National University of Singapore (NUS).Students with excellent educational backgrounds who want professional and leadership skills in the MBA are strongly encouraged to apply for the National University of Singapore MBA program.Application for the August 2027 intake will open on 1 September 2026. To apply for the 2027 intake, please submit an application package including all required documentation and test scores by the deadline to meet the following NUS MBA application deadlines.If you are self-motivated, have leadership potential, have strong previous educational proof, and want to study for a master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), you are encouraged to apply.Key DetailsApplication Deadlines for Full-Time MBA:Round 1: 29 October 2026Round 2: 20 January 2027 (apply by this round to be considered for scholarships)Round 3: 31 March 2027Application Deadlines for Part-Time MBA:Round 1: 24 November 2026 (apply by this round to be considered for a scholarship or test waiver)Round 2: 25 February 2027Round 3: 5 May 2027Level of Study:Master’s DegreeHost University:National University of Singapore (NUS)Location of Study:SingaporeEligible Countries:AllFinancing and Scholarship OpportunitiesSeveral scholarships are available for MBA degree applicants at the NUS, including the Asian Development Bank Scholarship, covering the full expenses of the entire study period as follows:NUS Full-time MBA Scholarships and Awards OverviewNUS MBA Excellence & Achiever Awardsare for top full-time MBA applicants based on academic/professional achievements and leadership potential. Covers 20% or more of tuition fees.NUS MBA Local Scholarship: This scholarship is available to Singaporean full-time and part-time candidates based on academic/professional excellence and leadership.NUS MBA Scholarship for Women: For female candidates with strong leadership and commitment to women’s causes. Partial tuition coverage; open to full-time and part-time students.NUS MBA Entrepreneurship Scholarship: This scholarship is for candidates with entrepreneurship experience. It is open to full-time and part-time students and provides partial tuition coverage.NUS MBA Future Leaders Scholarship: This scholarship is for full-time MBA applicants with strong academic, professional, and leadership credentials. Covers 20% or more of tuition fees.NUS MBA Diversity Scholarship: This scholarship is for candidates from diverse backgrounds who want to enhance their MBA cohort’s experience. Partial tuition coverage is available to full-time students.NUS MBA Resilience Scholarship: This scholarship is for candidates who have shown resilience in overcoming challenges. It covers tuition partially or fully and is available to full-time students.NUS MBA ASEAN Scholarship: This scholarship is for full-time candidates from ASEAN countries (excluding Singapore). It is based on academic/professional background, leadership potential, and financial need.Dhanabalan Scholarship: For Singaporean/Permanent Resident full-time MBA candidates with financial need. Up to S$20,000 towards tuition.Derwin Pereira MBA Scholarship: This scholarship is for outstanding candidates from Singapore/Southeast Asia with strong academic credentials and financial needs. Awards S$25,000 for tuition.Lam See Chiew Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is for candidates involved in social entrepreneurship, philanthropy, or non-profit work. It is open to full-time/part-time MBA and double-degree candidates.LPDP Indonesia Scholarships: Government-funded scholarships for Indonesian citizens to pursue master’s studies, covering full tuition and related costs at NUS.ADB-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP): For candidates from ADB borrowing countries. Covers full tuition and some expenses. Requires a separate application.NUS APEC Scholarship: This scholarship covers candidates from APEC member countries (excluding Singapore), as well as full tuition, stipend, flight, and book allowances.NUS MBA Regional Scholarships: Available to candidates from Latin America, Africa, North America, Europe, and the Middle East. Covers partial tuition.Private Equity Award: For NUS MBA students on exchange, particularly those interested in Private Equity, based on essay submission.NUS MBA ESG Scholarship: For candidates excelling in Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) initiatives. Available to full-time and part-time students, covering partial tuition.Part-time Scholarships:The NUS Part-Time MBA ScholarshipThe NUS Part-Time MBA Scholarship is available to outstanding candidates applying to the part-time MBA program. Selection is based on academic and professional achievements, a strong test score (GMAT, GRE, EA), application competitiveness, and leadership potential. The awards fund around 15% of the tuition fees.The NUS MBA Local ScholarshipFull-time and part-time Singaporean candidates are eligible for the NUS MBA Local Scholarships, which are awarded based on the candidates’ academic and professional achievements, strong test scores (GMAT, GRE, EA), competitiveness of application, and leadership potential.The NUS MBA Scholarship for WomenThe NUS MBA Scholarship for Women is for exemplary women who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and commitment to advancing women-led causes. Applicants should possess strong academic performance and proven leadership capabilities and have positively impacted business and society. Recipients will actively work with the program team on outreach efforts to other female MBA aspirants. This scholarship is open to full-time and part-time MBA candidates and partially covers tuition.The NUS MBA Entrepreneurship ScholarshipThis scholarship is available to outstanding candidates with entrepreneurship experience. It is available to full-time and part-time MBA candidates and partially covers the tuition fee.Lam See Chiew Memorial Scholarship in Social Entrepreneurship & PhilanthropyThe Lam See Chiew Memorial Scholarship in Social Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy is open to all full- and part-time candidates in the NUS MBA and double degree MBA programs. Candidates are appraised based on their participation in social entrepreneurship ventures, philanthropy, or non-profit sectors or volunteer work in social outreach organizations for at least two years. To be considered for this scholarship, please submit your application by the Round 2 application deadline.NUS Staff ConcessionFull-time staff of NUS, NUS High School, and National University Health System with a minimum of 12 months of continuous employment at the time of application may apply for the NUS Staff Concession, which offers a 20% deduction of the total part-time MBA tuition fee (excludes acceptance fees). Students who receive a scholarship (excluding grants) do not qualify for the concession. The concession is directly deducted from the student’s tuition fee as long as the student remains a staff member of NUS.The NUS MBA ESG ScholarshipThis scholarship is available to outstanding candidates who have made great strides in Environmental, Social, and governance (ESG) issues. It is available to full-time and part-time MBA candidates and partially covers the tuition fee.Requirements and EligibilityApplicants for an MBA at the National University of Singapore should meet the following requirements:Provide at least two years of work experience after the undergraduate studies (full-time)Having a Strong previous study background (undergraduate) in any discipline from an accredited universityDemonstrate language proficiency to prove their professional background. Like GMAT, GRE, TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 100, and IELTS with a minimum score of 7.Good GMAT and GRE scoresTo apply for the Asian Development Bank Scholarship, you must meet all the ADB Scholarship eligibility requirements.Required DocumentsApplicants should submit the following documents:English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)Two referee reportsResumeUndergraduate degree scrolls and transcripts or mark sheetGMAT, GRE, or EA score reportIELTS/TOEFL score reportPassport, NRIC, or Employment PassPassport-sized photographLatest salary slip, bank account statement, company sponsorship letter (if applicable)Valid Employment Pass for non-Singaporeans/Singapore PRs of the part-time programWhile filling out an online application, applicants must provide the following information:Enter Your DetailsProvide RefereesComplete the Admission EssaysScholarship (if planning to apply for a scholarship)Supporting documentsApplication Fees (S$100)Declaration & SubmissionHow to Apply?The application procedure is entirely online, and applicants should follow these steps:Create an Account: Register online and search for “The NUS MBA.”Program Selection: Choose the relevant MBA program (full-time, part-time, or double degree).Complete Application: Fill in the required sections, including essays and scholarship declarations.Pay Application Fee: Submit the fee of S$100 via credit card or PayNow.Video Assessment: After submission, complete a short video interview within 7 days of receiving the invitation.Live Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 30-minute online interview.Final Decision: Successful candidates will be notified via email within two weeks of the interview.Scholarships: Indicate your interest in scholarships within the application. No separate application is needed.Note:Apply directly through NUS; avoid external agents. For assistance, refer to theApplicant User Guideor contact the admissions team with your application number.Apply NowFinal DecisionThe NUS Admissions Committee will assess the applications and conduct interviews. The Committee will notify the applicants via email 2-4 weeks after their interview date. To accept the offer, follow the email instructions by the offer acceptance deadline.Candidates interested in the NUS MBA should apply directly to the NUS Business School Graduate Studies Office, not through education agents.Please visit theNational University of Singaporewebsitefor more details on NUS MBA Scholarships.Check More Scholarships:MEXT University Recommendation (UR) Scholarships at Ritsumeikan APU, JapanAdvisor job at RWI on Human Rights and Afghanistan (Remote / Sweden)2027 Korean Foundation (KF) Fellowship for Field Research in the Republic of KoreaMBA Scholarship at Brunel University London United KingdomShare with Your FriendsShare
