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National University of Singapore (NUS): Ranking, Tuitions, Programs & Admission Details of 2027

📍 21 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore. 📅 Established 1905 🎓 42,000+ Students 🌍 30% International
#10QS World Ranking
#Not yet published inRegional Ranking
#1Country Ranking
170+Total Programs
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University Admission Fall Application Deadline: Feb 26, 2026
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1. Overview of Singapore University

National University of Singapore (NUS) is one of the main and national universities in Singapore. Its history extended until 1905. The present form NUS was founded in 1980, when the University of Singapore and Nanyang University merged. NUS has three campuses – Kent Ridge, Bukit Timah and Outram.

The university consists of 15 College, Faculty and Schools. During the 2024/25 academic year, there were about 29,600 undergraduate students and 15,400 graduate students, that is, a total of about 45,000 students. The university offers wide education opportunities in various fields including Business, Computing, Engineering, Medicine, Law, Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, Public Policy and undergraduate levels. NUS is also very active in research.

The university has 37 university-level research institutes and center and six Research Centre. NUS gives special importance to multi-subject education, research, innovation and entrepreneurial activities. At the same time, Asia’s vision and global challenges both subjects have created an international and research-based education environment for students and researchers with importance.

2. World Ranking

QS World Ranking10(Internationally) in 2027
Regional Ranking Not yet published in Asia
Country Ranking01(Singapore) in 2027

3. Programs Offered

Undergraduate Programs60
Graduate Programs100
Research / Doctoral60
Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
Materials Sciences
Computer Science & Information Systems
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Architecture & Built Environment
Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering
Pharmacy & Pharmacology
Engineering – Chemical
Environmental Sciences
Geography
Business & Management Studies
Accounting & Finance
Communication & Media Studies

4. Admission Requirements.

  • Educational Qualification: Relevant secondary or Bachelor’s degree.
  • English Language Skills: IELTS/TOEFL may be required.
  • Admission Test: Required for selected programs.
  • Interview: May be required for some courses.
  • Required Documents: Transcripts, references and other documents.
  • Note: Requirements vary by program.
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Scholarships for National University of SingaporeScholarships available to students applying to this university.

5. Tuition Fees & Monthly Living Costs

Tuition Fees
International UndergraduateS$20,000 – S$40,000 per year.
GraduateFees vary by course and program.
Tuition GrantEligible students may receive a subsidized tuition fee.
Living Costs
Monthly Living CostsAbout S$1,500 – S$2,500 per month
AccommodationS$400 – S$1,000 per month
FoodS$300 – S$600 per month
TransportS$100 – S$150 per month
Personal & MiscellaneousS$200 – S$400 per month

6. Admission Deadline for 2027 Entry

NUS applications open for 2027 entry
Date: 14 May 2026
Application deadline for most international applicants
Date: 26 February 2027
May 2027 – Admission decisions are released
Date: March
Final admission outcomes for some applicants
Date: June 2027
Academic year begins at the National University of Singapore (NUS)
Date: August 2027

7. Notable Alumni

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Tony Tan Keng Yam
Medicine; Former President of Singapore.
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Ho Ching
Engineering; Former CEO of Temasek Holdings.
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Chan Heng Chee
Political Science; Singaporean diplomat and academic.
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Joseph Schooling
Sports Science; Olympic gold medalist swimmer.
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Goh Chok Tong
Economics; Former Prime Minister of Singapore.
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Kishore Mahbubani
Philosophy; Diplomat, author and academic.

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