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National University of Singapore
Singapore, Central Singapore Community Development Council
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Global Rank
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Regional Rank
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QS Rank
26
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U.S. News Rank
19
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The Times Rank
About

The National University of Singapore is a research-intensive university that offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a wide range of disciplines. NUS operates with three campuses - Kent Ridge, Outram, and Bukit Timah. The university's vibrant and diverse campus community is enriched by its 40000 students from all walks of life. NUS works with the real-world approach to education and research, enabling it to work remotely with the industry. 

The National University of Singapore is globally renowned for its impactful research activities in engineering, life sciences, biomedicine, social sciences, and natural sciences. The university is quite selective with admissions, and thus, the acceptance rate of NUS is close to only 7%. In addition to being a learning environment with high-profile research activities in many disciplines, NUS is also a diverse community offering students a broad spectrum of extracurricular activities.  The NUS library is the most extensive academic and research library in Singapore. The library has a rich collection of more than 3 million volumes covering multidisciplinary subjects. 

At the heart of NUS' pursuit of excellence is a belief that great ideas can change society. This statement reflects the university's diverse community, representing many cultures and beliefs. Apart from the academic core of courses, student activities encompass a range of clubs, societies, and associations that cater to students' various interests. The University’s latest research focuses on using data sciences, optimization research, and cyber security to support Singapore's Smart Nation initiative.

Accolades
    1. The National University of Singapore is ranked “#11” in “Top Universities” by “QS World University Rankings.”
    2. NUS is ranked “#29” in “Best Global Universities” by “U.S. News & World Report.”
    3. The National University of Singapore ranks “#21” in “World University Rankings 2022” by “Times Higher Education.”
    4. NUS ranks “#3” in “Asia University Rankings” by “Times Higher Education.”
Highlights

Find miscellaneous information about students, campus, and faculty of the National University of Singapore below.

Total Students
32337
Avg. Earnings After Graduation
144000 SGD (annually)
Graduation Rate
International Students
Student
International
25 %
Student
National
75 %
Student Gender Distribution
Student
Male
49 %
Student
Female
51 %
Student Faculty Ratio
Student
Students
19
Student
Faculty
8
Accommodation for Undergrad
Available (On-Campus)
Accommodation for Grad
Available (On-Campus)
AdmissionAcceptance Rate: %
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Masters

Degree

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Tenure

SGD20,550 SGD

Tuition Fee

Doctorate

Degree

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Tenure

SGD17,550 SGD

Tuition Fee

Post Graduate Diploma

Degree

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Tenure

SGD17,550 SGD

Tuition Fee

Masters

Degree

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Tenure

SGD17,550 SGD

Tuition Fee

Fees

The cost is an important aspect of choosing your dream college. Get detailed information about the National University of Singapore tuition fees, living expenses, and financial aid opportunities below. 

Note: All the costs mentioned below are average costs annually.

Undergraduate
Tuition Fee

SGD17,800 SGD

Cost Of Attendance

SGD28,500 SGD

Scholarship

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Accommodation

SGD8,100 SGD

Graduate
Tuition Fee

SGD41,181 SGD

Cost Of Attendance

SGD51,881 SGD

Scholarship

-

Accommodation

SGD8,100 SGD

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most asked questions related to the university

Does NUS provide scholarships to international students?

NUS provides scholarships to international as well as domestic candidates for several degrees. Eligible students can apply for them before the deadline.

What are the best courses offered by the National University of Singapore?
NUS is ranked among the top five universities for Civil and Structural Engineering worldwide. Some of the other top-ranked courses offered by NUS are - Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Social Sciences, Mechanical, Aeronautical, and Manufacturing Engineering.
Is NUS suitable for Indian students?

The National University of Singapore admits top-ranked Indian students who score 90% or above in their XII grade and do not require any test scores.

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Posted by Lavanya Mhatre

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You can opt for these top courses at the National University of Singapore:

Petroleum Engineering Civil and Structural Engineering Chemical Engineering Computer Science and Information Systems Social Policy and Administration Electrical and Electronic Engineering Geography

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Posted by Tara Sharma

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Why do students from Singapore come to study in US? study in usstudy in us costus universities rankingusa university listus university ranking

Ranks don't always depict how perfect a university is
Your choice depends on a lot of things - course, networking, opportunities, etc.
Plus, US offers a higher range of options to students
Whereas Singapore only has 4-6 well-known universities

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Rank of the National University of Singapore universities in ukstudy in uk

Hey Sid!

Each authority uses a different method to rank colleges. So it’s best to get an idea of how a particular university stands across several ranking lists.

When it comes to the National University of Singapore, the Times Higher Education rankings place it at #25 in the world.

The QS World Rankings, on the other hand, say that the NUS Singapore ranking stands #11 in the world and #1 in Asia.

Moreover, in 2021, QS ranked NUS among the top 10 institutes in the world for 16 subjects in the fields of Engineering, Arts, Social Sciences, Law, and more!

Read about all these points in detail here: Apply to National University of Singapore | Acceptance rate, fees & more!

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