How to Apply for Admission to NTU Singapore
NTU Singapore accepts applications through separate routes for undergraduate and graduate study, and the right one depends on your qualification and level. Undergraduates apply via the Undergraduate Admission Guide, choosing the category that matches their certificate — Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level, a polytechnic diploma or equivalent, International Baccalaureate Diploma, NUS High School Diploma, or international qualifications. Graduate applicants use either the Research Programmes Admission Guide or the Coursework Programmes Admission Guide. Part-time programmes and an Adult Learners Scheme exist for those not applying as full-time school leavers.
Undergraduate admission
Pick your qualification category
The admission guide is organised by the certificate you hold, so the first step is identifying which category applies to you:
- Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level
- Diploma awarded by a polytechnic or equivalent institution in Singapore
- International Baccalaureate Diploma
- NUS High School Diploma
- International qualifications
Each category has its own requirements and deadlines, so work from the page for your specific certificate rather than a general checklist.
Other undergraduate routes
Beyond the main qualification categories, NTU lists several additional admission paths:
- Aptitude-Based Admissions — for applicants who may not meet standard cut-offs but have relevant strengths
- Transfer Applicants — for those moving from another institution
- Part Time Programmes — for study alongside other commitments
- Adult Learners Scheme — aimed at mature applicants
Scholarships and financial matters
Undergraduate applicants can consult the Scholarships and Awards section, which includes FAQs on scholarships. Financial matters are covered separately: tuition fees, tuition grants, miscellaneous fees, financial aid, and brochures. The Indicative Grade Profile (IGP) is published as a reference point, and there is a dedicated contact route for returning NSmen.
Graduate admission
Graduate study splits into two application guides:
| Route | Guide to use |
|---|---|
| Research programmes | Graduate Research Programmes Admission Guide |
| Coursework programmes | Coursework Programmes Admission Guide |
Coursework applicants also have access to NTU Masters Insight Articles and information on Joint-Graduate Programmes. An Incoming Graduate Student Guide covers practical matters after admission.
Graduate financial matters are documented separately from undergraduate ones: scholarships, tuition fees, service obligation, financial aid, and NTU post-graduate incentives, plus brochures and a Frequently Asked Questions page.
Continuing education
If you are not seeking a full degree, NTU's Continuing Education & Training section sits under Education, alongside the Colleges and Schools listing. This is the relevant entry point for short courses and professional upgrading rather than degree admission.
What to check before you start
- Confirm which qualification category or graduate route applies to you — the requirements differ by category.
- Check the financial pages for your level, since undergraduate and graduate fees, grants, and aid are documented separately.
- Note that some schemes (part-time, Adult Learners, transfer) have their own conditions rather than sharing the main admission criteria.
- Use the contact pages listed under each admission section if your situation does not fit a standard category.
The site does not state application fees, deadlines, or whether any service is free, so confirm those details on the specific admission guide for your route before submitting.