A*STAR 2021 National Science Scholarship (BS) for Undergraduate Students (Singapore)

Explore your interest in the computer and information sciences, engineering, physical sciences or biomedical sciences as an undergraduate at some of the world’s finest universities with the National Science Scholarship (BS)..

As the only through-train scholarship in Singapore, the NSS provides for your undergraduate studies and PhD training. Through this scholarship, we seek to groom young talents for a career in science and provide them with opportunities to work in some of the world’s renowned research institutes and learn from the best scientific minds.

• Table of Content
• About Agency for Science, Technology and Research
• A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS)
• Aim and Benefits of A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS)
• A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS) Courses
• Requirements for A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS) Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Agency for Science, Technology and Research

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) drives mission-oriented research that advances scientific discovery and technological innovation. We play a key role in nurturing and developing talent and leaders for our Research Institutes, the wider research community, and industry. Our research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore. As a Science and Technology Organisation, we bridge the gap between academia and industry in terms of research and development. In these endeavours, we seek to integrate the relevant capabilities of our research institutes and collaborate wit... continue reading

A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS)

Aim and Benefits of A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS)

The following are the benefits of National Science Scholarship NSS (BS) for Undergraduate students:

• Full tuition fees
• Monthly allowance
• Annual return airfare
• Pre-studies allowance
• Research attachment opportunities at A*STAR Research Institutes

A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS) Courses

• Biomedical Sciences
• Computer and Information Sciences
• Engineering & Technology
• Physical Sciences

Requirements for A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS) Qualification

Applicants must:

• Be Singaporean. Applicants of other nationalities must intend to take up Singapore citizenship
• Have achieved excellent academic standing in the GCE 'A' Levels (preferably with 11 AUs), polytechnic diploma (preferably with Merit) or equivalent qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate or NUS High School diploma)

Other requirements:

• Applicants should have a keen interest in Science and research. Preference will be given to candidates with experience and notable achievements in science- or math-related projects and activities
• Male scholars are required to serve National Service prior to commencement of undergraduate studies
• Applicants are encouraged to sit for the SAT tests to broaden their choices of institutions for their undergraduate education. Although A*STAR does not mandate a minimum SAT score as a qualifying condition for the undergraduate scholarships awarded for studies, applicants are encouraged to submit their SAT scores, if available, to be included in the overall assessment of their applications

For applicants in undergraduate Year 2 & above (Mid-Term NSS(BS))

• Be Singaporean
• Enrolled in a top global university, with a minimum GPA of 3.8 (US university), or a First Class Honours or equivalent
• Have completed at least 2 semesters or 1 academic year of graded results at the point of scholarship application

The above eligibility criteria is not exhaustive.

A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on prevailing scholarship policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit A*STAR website.