GIC Scholarship Programme: 2026 Profile
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TL;DR\ GIC sponsors exceptional pre-tertiary students for any non-medical degree—locally or overseas—while committing to structured internships, rotations, and mentorship. Expect full tuition funding, monthly stipends, and a 3–5 year bond tied to where you study.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Application Cycle Closed (2025 intake concluded; monitor GIC careers portal for the next release)
- Official Portal: GIC Scholarship Programme
- Who It Targets: JC/IP, IB, polytechnic, and NUS High students with strong academics, leadership, and service ready to begin undergraduate studies
- Fields of Study: Any discipline except Medicine and Dentistry
- Bond: 3–5 years of service with GIC, varying by university location
Award Components
- Fees & Stipends: Full coverage of tuition and compulsory fees, plus a monthly living allowance throughout your studies.
- Pre-Studies Support: One-time allowances for airfare, warm clothing, settling-in expenses, and other relocation needs before you commence your degree.
- Professional Development: Guaranteed access to structured internships, graduate programmes, job rotations, and mentorship to prepare you for investment and corporate roles.
- Global Exposure: Scholars may pursue reputable universities worldwide, with GIC supporting overseas placements and multi-market experiences.
Eligibility Highlights
- Academic strength: Competitive predicted or final results (A-Level, IB, polytechnic diploma, or NUS High diploma).
- Leadership & service: Noteworthy CCA, National Service, or community contributions that demonstrate initiative and impact.
- Nationality: Open to Singaporean and international pre-tertiary students; male applicants planning for National Service are encouraged to apply in the early cycle.
- Discipline fit: Passion for finance, technology, public markets, or adjacent fields that align with GIC's investment mandate.
Application Roadmap
- Track cycles: GIC runs early and main cycles; subscribe to the talent community and monitor
gic.careersfor the release of the next application window (recent calls closed in early March). - Prepare documents: Collate transcripts, predicted grades, CCA/NS records, community service portfolios, and personal statements outlining career aspirations.
- Submit online: File your application via the GIC careers portal before the stated deadline; indicate preferred courses and universities (local or overseas).
- Assessment & interviews: Expect multiple rounds covering psychometric assessments, case discussions, and behavioural interviews that probe critical thinking and values.
- Offer & sponsorship: Successful candidates sign the scholarship contract detailing funding, bond duration, and internship milestones before matriculation.
Preparation Playbook
- Demonstrate curiosity about global markets—stay current on macro drivers and discuss investment theses during interviews.
- Showcase evidence of leadership under pressure, whether from CCAs, student bodies, national service, or community projects.
- Build a financial plan that pairs GIC funding with any remaining personal costs (housing, enrichment trips) so you can articulate readiness for overseas study.
- Engage with current or former GIC scholars to understand internship expectations and rotation pathways.
- Plan your application around National Service obligations—submit early if enlistment dates fall near the main cycle.
