Singapore boasts of some of the top universities in the world. A developed nation, it has rapidly become one of the top choices for international students. The close proximity of the country to India clubbed with easy visa processing rules has added to the many advantages of studying from Singapore. Singapore, popularly known as the IT and Business hub of Asia, is a small country with a booming and very stable economy. It is not only one of the most economic options but also one of the safest places in Asia to pursue higher studies. The Government of Singapore and Universities in Singapore offer scholarships for international students to get admissions and study in Singapore institutions. The best part is that Singapore offers international students a high probability of in-country employment after graduation.

Excellent education system

Singapore offers a progressive education system with state-of-the-art facilities. The standard of education is excellent across all levels, starting right from the primary level. Apart from the public schools, Singapore also has 30+ international schools that follow the foreign education system for children of expatriates. The 5 autonomous universities of Singapore are ranked well globally and all other private institutes of higher education (PEIs) are regulated by the Council for Private Education (CPE.)

Cheaper than UK/ USA/ Australia

The best thing about studying in Singapore is its proximity to India which reduces the expenses incurred in this country as compared to major destinations like USA, UK, Canada or Australia. You can balance out your costs if you plan your expenses wisely (for e.g. use public transport which is quite extensive & affordable there.)

No language barrier - English spoken widely

Indian students studying in Singapore will not face any problem feeling at home as English widely spoken here and majority of Singaporeans can understand English. Even though the national language of Singapore is Malay, the 4 official languages are Malay, Mandarin, Tamil & English, thanks to the multi-racial nature of Singapore. Students won't have any difficulty communicating as English is the main language of business & administration.

Clean, green and safe country

Thanks to very strict anti-litter policies (a fine of SGD 1000 if you litter for the first time and a fine of SGD 5000 if you repeat the offence!), Singapore is a very spick and span island state and has also earned the nickname of "fine city"! And despite being a completely urbanized state, Singapore is the greenest city in Asia, with its green cover increasing from 36% in the eighties to 47% in 2016 (Centre for Loveable cities. The crime rates are low, the streets are safe - even late in the night. Can the country sound any more appealing? Study in Singapore to experience a high standard of living.

Multicultural Society

You will not feel alienated in this country as you will see a lot of Indian and Asian faces in Singapore. Singapore's multicultural society is composed of four major ethnic groups: the Chinese, Malays, Indians and smaller minority groups. The variety of religions is a direct reflection of the diversity of races living here. Singapore's principal religions are Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism, and Christianity.

Many foreign universities

Singapore's increasing popularity as a business & education hub has attracted a lot of foreign universities of repute to set up their campuses here. S.P. Jain School of Global Management, ESSEC Business School, Queen Margaret University are a few foreign players who have set up base in this country.

A Leading Global Business Hub

Ranked by the World Bank in 2016 as the easiest country to do business with, Singapore continues to attract investors and companies thanks to its "business-friendly" nature. It is no wonder that most multinational corporate giants of the world have their presence in Singapore as well. In short, there won't be any dearth of jobs in this country, which is quite a good reason for students to consider pursuing their higher education in Singapore.

A degree from Singapore is valued by employers globally

The National University of Singapore (NUS) ranks 17th, the Nanyang Technological University ranks 117th on the Global Employability University Ranking 2015 indicating that degrees from well-known institutes of Singapore are recognized globally by employers.

Enough scholarship opportunities

Even though the country may seem a tad too expensive to Indian students, the good news is that there are many scholarships on offer to help you manage your studies without burning a hole in your pockets!

Tuition Grant Scheme (TGS)

This scheme was introduced by the Singapore government for all international (non-Singaporean) students as a way to make the cost of tuition affordable. If you're an international student pursuing a full-time undergraduate/ diploma course, the government would subsidize (reduce) your course fee, if you sign an agreement where you commit to work in Singapore for at least 3 years after graduation.

The Cost of Studying and Living in Singapore is much low as compared to other Asian Cities. The average expense of the students in study and living both will depend upon their choices of Institution, Location and Standard of Living etc. We are providing the detailed information regarding the cost of Living and Studying in the estimated manner as provided by the reports and surveys which will assist the students in choosing the right Institution and the Location as per the Expenditure.

Taking together the Cost of Living in Singapore, the average cost will fall between $750 GSD to $2,000 GSD and it will mainly depend upon the Lifestyle and Standard of living of the Students.

As the Cost of Studying in Singapore will vary depending upon the Student’s choice of the Institution so the candidates must study the Academic Brochure before taking the Admission in the particular institution. The Cost of the Under Graduate Courses will be approx. 12-20 Lakhs per year and the cost of the Post Graduate Courses will be approx. 12-18 Lakhs per year for the Indian Students.

If the students want to take admissions in the undergraduate courses in the Singapore Universities, then it compulsory to satisfy all the Eligibility Requirements for UG Courses.

• For the UG courses, it is required to complete class 12th or an equivalent exam from the recognized board. The Singapore Universities give preference to some boards like CBSE and ICSE as compared to the state boards.
• It is required that class 12th examination is qualified with 85% minimum marks.
• Admissions in UG Courses require that the candidate must submit the IELTS/ TOEFL marks to the University authorities.
• The academic transcripts are required to be submitted to the University authorities only in the English language.

• TOEFL: It is organized by ETS, USA and accepted by the Singapore Universities. This examination is conducted to check the student’s ability to speak and understand the North American English language.
• IELTS: IELTS is organized by the University of Cambridge to check the proficiency of English. There are four parts and the overall score is then calculated by combining the scores in all sections. The accepted average for the Singapore Universities for all overall score is 6.5.
• SAT: SAT is the standardized examination conducted by the College Board. This is the examination which is conducted to offer the admissions to the undergraduate courses.

The Eligibility Requirements for the PG Courses in Singapore are mentioned here. It is required to fulfill all the eligibility conditions in order to take the admission in the PG courses.

• Admissions in the PG Courses required that the candidate must possess the bachelor’s degree or equivalent from the recognized and reputed University or institute.
• Score cards of GMAT, GRE etc are needed to be submitted to the University authorities.
• For the admission in the MBA course, it is required that the student must have the 2 – 3 years of work experience.
• A minimum 2.8 CGPA at the graduation level is compulsory.

Every International Student aspires to work part-time when he goes to study abroad. Indeed, a part-time job is necessary to earn enough to cut daily expenses. A Foreign Student studying in any of the institutions approved by Singapore's Ministry of Manpower is allowed to do a part-time job for 16 hours/week and even full-time during vacations. Moreover, apart from work visas and opportunities, there are certain short-term activities in Singapore, which do not require any work visa. These activities include seminars, journalism, etc. But you must notify the MOM (Ministry of Manpower), that you are planning to work in a work pass exempt activity

Singapore PR for International Students is a fast access for foreign students, including primary and secondary students to Singapore permanent residence. The application requirements are easy to meet. Applicants are only required to have lived in the country for at least two years and be studying in the country currently. Eligible applicants shall also pass one of the selected tests. After obtaining the permanent residence, applicants can enjoy the excellent social welfare in Singapore.

• Universities: Universities in Singapore are either private or public campuses or branch campuses (satellite campuses) of other popular higher education institutions. There are six autonomous universities in Singapore: National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Management University, Singapore University of Technology & Design, Singapore Institute of Technology and Singapore University of Social Sciences.
• Polytechnics: Polytechnics provide more industry-oriented programmes which prepare work-ready graduates. Both diploma and degree programmes are offered at polytechnic institutions. There are five polytechnics in Singapore: Nanyang Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic and Singapore Polytechnic.
• Institute of Technical Education (ITE): ITEs provide technical-oriented studies in areas like business, electronics, media and applied sciences. Students studying at ITEs develop technical skills and knowledge to work at several industries.

• Hotel Management
• MBA
• Engineering
• Applied & Pure Sciences
• Business
• Architecture and Travel & Tourism.

A foreigner who has been accepted by an educational institution to pursue full-time study in Singapore will need to apply for a Student's Pass To apply for a Student’s Pass, you must be accepted into an approved full-time course in Singapore. All Student Pass applications are to be submitted through the Student’s Pass OnLine Application & Registration+ (SOLAR+) system.

If you are 19 years old and below at the time of application and you wish to attend a full-time course at an approved Private Education Organisation (PEO), your applications will be processed by the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) directly. If you are above 19 years old at the time of application and you wish to attend a language, commercial, vocational or fine arts non-graduate/postgraduate degree course (including the University of London (UOL) tuition programmes), an interview may be required by the Embassy.

If a security deposit (SD) is required, it will be paid in Singapore and collected by ICA from the student. The amount is S$5,000 in the form of a Banker’s Guarantee from any established bank in Singapore or Cashier’s Order.

A processing fee of S$30 is required for every application submitted to ICA. The fee is non-refundable regardless of the outcome of the application or if the application is withdrawn after submission.

A fee of S$60 is payable when the successful applicant completes the formality at the issuance of the Student's Pass at ICA.

Every International Student aspires to work part-time when he goes to study abroad. Indeed, a part-time job is necessary to earn enough to cut daily expenses. A Foreign Student studying in any of the institutions approved by Singapore's Ministry of Manpower is allowed to do a part-time job for 16 hours/week and even full-time during vacations. Moreover, apart from work visas and opportunities, there are certain short-term activities in Singapore, which do not require any work visa. Also,Singapore does not allow you to take up any work. Universities in Singapore have internships that are related to the course you are planning to study. A student can only opt for these related internships. Also, most of the universities have partnerships with industrial houses which would provide the students with a part-time working opportunity. These activities include seminars, journalism, etc. But you must notify the MOM (Ministry of Manpower), that you are planning to work in a work pass exempt activity. Please note that the students studying in the university/ institution which is not on the list of approved institutions are not eligible to work part-time or full-time both during the term and/ or vacation.