National University of Singapore (NUS)

National University of Singapore (NUS) is a university in Singapore. International students should budget around US$34,600 a year in total, covering roughly US$21,200 in tuition and US$13,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 12 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 31 institutions we list in Singapore.

21 Lower Kent Ridge Rd, Singapore 119077

Tuition: US$21,200/yr
Living: US$13,500/yr
Total: US$34,600/yr
Type: University
Location: Singapore

Why students choose National University of Singapore (NUS)

The oldest and largest autonomous public university in Singapore, in the global top 8 and first in Asia (QS World University Rankings 2026)
A pioneer in talent development and innovation serving the country and community — NUS is among the top three patent filers in Singapore, with 100 collaborative research projects with government shaping public policy
22 NUS programmes rank in the global top 10 (QS 2025), notably Civil and Structural Engineering, Social Policy and Administration, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science and Information Systems, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nursing and Pharmacy
A flexible, multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary framework lets students personalise their studies around their interests and career goals
Around 3,000 undergraduates a year pay no tuition, thanks to enhanced financial aid alongside a wide range of scholarships
NUS ranks 9th globally for graduate employability, with over 90% of graduates finding work within six months
A network of more than 300 partner universities across over 40 countries, offering exchange, placements and global programmes
NUS alumni make up half of Singapore's 14th Parliament and more than half of the current cabinet

National University of Singapore (NUS) fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for National University of Singapore (NUS)
Item	Amount
General track
Digital and Media Technology
Computer Hardware Infrastructure
Machine Intelligence and Applications
Computer Science
Information Systems
Information and Communications Security
Strategic Communication
Data and Communication
Global Media Communication
Accommodation	SGD 215–605/month, depending on room type
Food	SGD 90–350/month

National University of Singapore (NUS) entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Bachelor's

High school graduate by the start of the intake, with a good academic average or better
English requirement: one of IELTS, TOEFL iBT, TOEFL Essentials, C1 Advanced, EL1119, CEFR (Bahasa Inggeris), MUET, PTE Academic or PTE Academic Online
A Level and IB holders, and graduates of the Singapore public polytechnics, are also welcome to apply

Master's

A degree transcript and certificate
An IELTS or TOEFL iBT certificate
A GMAT or GRE score
Work experience required
The institution's own entrance test

Scholarships at National University of Singapore (NUS)

Faculty scholarships
Scholarships open to all NUS students
NUS College scholarships
NUS Business School scholarships
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences scholarships
Chinese Studies Major Scholarship
Scholarships funded by external organisations
NUS also runs further scholarship schemes that support and reward students

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at National University of Singapore (NUS)?

Budget roughly US$34,600 a year in total — about US$21,200 in tuition and US$13,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for National University of Singapore (NUS)?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school graduate by the start of the intake, with a good academic average or better

Where is National University of Singapore (NUS)?

National University of Singapore (NUS) is in Singapore, at 21 Lower Kent Ridge Rd, Singapore 119077.

Can international students work while studying at National University of Singapore (NUS)?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Singapore the current allowance is 16 hours/week (public institutions), and the post-study route is 1 year post-study work pass.