Kuok Foundation Scholarship (Singapore): 2025 Profile
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TL;DR\ Kuok Foundation funds Malaysian students at Singapore's public universities through a full scholarship (for freshmen on the Tuition Fee Grant) and half-loan half-grant awards—expect rigorous need checks, tight February deadlines, and ongoing engagement with the foundation despite the absence of a bond.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Closed for 2025 – online application ran 3–28 Feb 2025, printed forms due 7 Mar 2025
- Official Portal: Kuok Foundation – Singaporean Public Universities
- Who It Targets: Malaysian citizens pursuing full-time first degrees at NTU, NUS, SIT, SMU, SUSS, or SUTD; the scholarship is reserved for Tuition Fee Grant-funded freshmen, while half-loan half-grant awards extend to new or current students
- Eligibility: Excellent academic results, strong co-curricular record, demonstrated financial need, and no concurrent scholarships or financial aid from other organisations
- Bond: None, but recipients are expected to uphold strong academic performance and support foundation activities
Funding & Development Pathway
- Scholarship package: Up to RM115,000 per year (max four years) covering tuition, living expenses, and compulsory fees for Tuition Fee Grant-funded freshmen in science-leaning disciplines.
- Half-loan half-grant award: Combines a partial grant with an interest-free loan for the remaining cost of study, helping new or current students bridge expenses with manageable repayments after graduation.
- Renewal expectations: Maintain excellent academic standing and ethical conduct; continuation is reviewed annually.
- Foundation network: Scholars join the Kuok Foundation alumni community, gaining access to mentorship and community projects in Malaysia and Singapore.
Application Timeline & Selection Flow
- Check the annual brief: Kuok Foundation publishes the Singaporean Public Universities overview ahead of the February window—review the scholarship vs half-loan half-grant criteria and prepare certified documents.
- Submit online (early Feb): Complete the e-application between 3–28 Feb 2025 and upload preliminary documentation.
- Mail supporting documents: Print the generated forms and deliver the full package (transcripts, testimonials, financial evidence, programme offer) so it reaches the foundation by 7 Mar 2025.
- Interviews in Kuala Lumpur: Shortlisted applicants attend in-person interviews covering motivation, financial need, and commitment to contribute post-graduation.
- Award notification: Successful candidates receive the scholarship or half-loan half-grant terms, including yearly disbursement details, reporting cadence, and loan repayment schedule (where applicable).
Preparation Playbook
- Plan finances: Detail how the scholarship enables overseas living expenses and any gap after Tuition Fee Grant.
- Highlight science impact: Share competitions, research projects, or community STEM outreach you led.
- Demonstrate character: Reflect on volunteerism or leadership roles that show you will give back to society.
- Secure strong references: Approach teachers or employers who can speak to your resilience and community orientation.
- Organise documents early: Certified copies, income records, and supporting statements take time—start in January so the online and printed deadlines are stress-free.
