School-Based Bursaries for Secondary Students 2026: How to Find & Apply
TL;DR
Most secondary schools in Singapore maintain school-specific bursary funds alongside MOE FAS and ISB - these include alumni donations, school welfare funds, School Advisory Committee (SAC) funds, and school-level Edusave bursaries.
21 Mar 2026, 08:00 Z· Last updated 21 Mar 2026
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Q: What do school-based bursaries for secondary students cover?
A: School-based bursaries are school-specific financial aid funds - alumni bursaries, school welfare funds, School Advisory Committee (SAC) funds, and Edusave-funded school bursaries - that sit on top of MOE FAS and ISB. How to identify what your school offers, apply through the general office, and stack with government schemes.
TL;DR Most secondary schools in Singapore maintain school-specific bursary funds alongside MOE FAS and ISB - these include alumni donations, school welfare funds, School Advisory Committee (SAC) funds, and school-level Edusave bursaries. Eligibility, amounts, and windows vary entirely by school. The starting point is always your school's general office or counsellor.
Status: Last verified 2026-03-21. School-specific bursary details are school-administered and change each year - contact your school's general office for the current cycle.
Quick links: Bursaries hub, MOE FAS guide, ISB guide, 2026 bursary application guide
Types of School-Based Bursaries
Secondary schools in Singapore typically offer several layers of school-specific financial support:
| Type | Who Funds It | How to Access |
| School welfare / hardship fund | School budget or donor pool | Apply through school counsellor or general office |
| Alumni bursary | Former students' association | Check the school's alumni page or ask the general office |
| School Advisory Committee (SAC) fund |
