We award scholarships to outstanding students who are keen to pursue a career in MCYS. Scholars can look forward to challenging and fulfilling careers in the Ministry upon graduation.
What scholarships does MCYS offer?
1. Local Merit Scholarship
To pursue undergraduate studies at local universities such as the:
- National University of Singapore (NUS)
- Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
- Singapore Management University (SMU)
2. Singapore Government Scholarship
To pursue undergraduate studies at overseas universities in countries such as:
- Asia & Oceania – China, Japan, Australia, New Zealand
- Americas – Canada, United States
- Europe – France, Germany, United Kingdom
Who can apply for MCYS scholarships?
1. You must be either a:
- Singapore Citizen; or
- Permanent Resident intending to take up citizenship
2. You must have one of the following qualifications:
- GCE ‘A’ levels (in general you should offer 11 units)
- Polytechnic Diploma with Merit
- Equivalent qualification (e.g. International Baccalaureate)
3. You should also have:
- Good Co-Curricular Activities record
- Strong leadership qualities
- Strong interest in a career with MCYS
What does the scholarship offer?
Local Merit Scholarship
- Full tuition fees
- Hostel fees^
- Maintenance allowance
- Book allowance
- Computer allowance (once-off)
- Sponsorship for student exchange programme*
Singapore Government Scholarship
- Full tuition fees
- Return economy class airfare
- Maintenance allowance
- Book allowance
- Settling-in allowance (once-off)
- Computer allowance (once-off)
- Warm clothing allowance (once-off)
- Sponsorship for student exchange programme*
^ You are required to stay at least 1 academic year in the university hostel
* Subject to the Ministry’s approval
What courses can I pursue?
Most disciplines will be considered as we need a wide variety of talent in the Ministry.
Examples of courses you may pursue:
- Communication Studies
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Engineering
- International Relations
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Sciences
How many years will I be bonded to the Ministry?
| Scholarship |
No. of Years Bonded |
| Local Merit Scholarship |
4 years |
Singapore Government Scholarship
(in non-English-speaking countries) |
5 years |
Singapore Government Scholarship
(in English-speaking countries) |
6 years |
How do I apply?
To apply, please submit your application through:
Public Service Commission
www.psc.gov.sg
For more info
To learn more about our scholarships, please contact our:
Human Resource Division
Tel: (65) 6478 5394 or (65) 6354 8793