Application Deadline: December 10, 2026
LOCATION: Singapore
The National University of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy PhD Scholarship is a fully funded doctoral award for exceptional local and international students pursuing advanced research in public policy and governance.
ELIGIBILITY:
Qualification Types: PhD Students
Nationalities: Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents, All International Students
Graduate Programmes Scholarship Holders Must Pursue
Scholarship holders can pursue any graduate programmes
Academic Pre-Requisites
| Criteria | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| GPA | Relevant Master’s degree |
Other Eligibility Criteria:
Preference of having at least 2 years of work experience
Academic background in Social Science and a deep interest in international affairs.
Service Commitments: No specific service commitments
Service Bonds: No specific bond requirements
Other Terms and Conditions: No other terms and conditions
Applicants may apply for the scholarship within their admissions application through GradApp and fulfill additional scholarship application requirements stated there.
2 referees are needed.
BENEFIT:
Stipend Details
| PhD Students | |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizens | SGD 2800 / Month The increased amount after passing PhD Qualifying Examination is SGD 500 / Month |
| Singapore Permanent Residents | SGD 2400 / Month The increased amount after passing PhD Qualifying Examination is SGD 500 / Month |
| All International Students | SGD 2200 / Month The increased amount after passing PhD Qualifying Examination is SGD 500 / Month |
The typical award period for PhD students is 3 years.
CPF will be given on top of the stipend amounts for Singapore citizens.
