Fully Funded 2024 SINGA Scholarship for International Students in Singapore

The A STAR Graduate Scholarship (AGS) funds up to four years of PhD or EngD studies at autonomous universities in Singapore.

As an AGS scholar, you’ll engage in industry-focused and user-driven R&D projects, and may participate in an overseas attachment for up to 12 months during your studies.

After completing your PhD or EngD, you can apply for the A STAR International Fellowship (AIF) to pursue post-doctoral training at top international universities or research institutions, furthering your expertise and expanding your global network.

At A STAR Graduate Academy, we value diverse talent for fostering innovation and interdisciplinary research. Join our community to share new perspectives and tackle evolving challenges in science and research. As an AGS scholar, you’ll receive top-tier education locally and contribute significantly to science and society in Singapore.

Start your research journey with AGS at an A STAR Research Institute and register your PhD or EngD candidature at autonomous universities in Singapore.

Benefits

Successful applicants will receive support for up to 4 years, including:

Full tuition fees
Monthly stipend, inclusive of CPF contribution (if applicable)
Other allowances such as:
- Book allowance
- Computer allowance
- Conference allowance
- Thesis allowance
- Assistance for a maximum of 12 months of foreign attachment

Mid-term AGS awardees will receive the same support as full-term AGS awardees from the point of award, with retrospective payment for all tuition and compulsory fees from Year 1 of study onwards. All rates and allowances are subject to adjustments by A STAR.

Requirements Applicants must:

Be Singaporeans or other nationals (non-Singaporeans must have completed or be on track to complete a degree at a Singapore autonomous university)
Meet the admission criteria for a PhD or EngD program at an autonomous university
Have at least a 2nd Upper Class Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, or be on track to achieve this
Final-year undergraduate students are welcome to apply, but must secure at least a 2nd Upper Class Honours or equivalent results to be awarded the scholarship
Have a strong interest in a career in research

For Mid-Term AGS Applicants:

Applications are open to citizens of Singapore and other countries.
Non-Singaporeans must have completed a degree at a Singapore autonomous university.
Must be enrolled in a Singapore autonomous university and have completed at least 1 semester at the time of scholarship application.
Must be on track to attain excellent academic standing in their current degree.
Must demonstrate good research potential and/or achievements.
Current university supervisor must be at least one of the two academic referees.

These eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A STAR may include additional selection criteria based on current scholarship policies, which can be amended without notice.

Selection Process

Interview: