LKY-STEP Award (NTU & Partner Universities): 2025 Profile
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TL;DR\ The LKY-STEP Award recognises polytechnic diploma with merit graduates heading to local universities—bond-free funding in exchange for leadership, community engagement, and lifelong learning.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Application cycle closed (last checked 2 Mar 2025)
- Official Portal: LKY-STEP Award (NTU)
- Who It Targets: Singaporean or PR polytechnic graduates matriculating into NTU, NUS, SMU, SUTD, SIT, or SUSS
- Eligibility: Diploma with Merit (or equivalent), strong CCA/leadership track record, and dedication to continuous learning
- Bond: None—the award emphasises contribution and upgrading rather than service obligations
Funding & Development Pathway
- Financial package: Waiver of subsidised tuition fees (if no other scholarship is secured) plus a S$3,500 one-off grant.
- University support: Award holders are often prioritised for mentoring, workshops, or community programmes at their universities.
- Alumni network: Scholars join the STEP community of leaders advocating lifelong learning and public service.
Application Timeline & Selection Flow
- Submit via MOE / partner university: Applications typically open alongside university admissions; provide academic and leadership records.
- Shortlisting: Strong profiles move forward based on academic merit and community impact.
- Panel interviews: Discuss personal growth, service aspirations, and plans to continue upskilling.
- Award notification: Recipients receive tuition waiver confirmation and the S$3,500 grant disbursement schedule.
Preparation Playbook
- Highlight polytechnic achievements: Distil capstone projects, internships, or innovation competitions into clear impact statements.
- Show commitment to service: Document sustained volunteering or peer mentoring initiatives.
- Plan your university journey: Explain how you will leverage the award to pursue a second major, exchange, or service projects.
- Cultivate mentors: Seek recommendations from lecturers or industry supervisors who can vouch for your drive to upgrade.
- Track continuous learning: Share evidence of certifications, MOOCs, or industry credentials completed beyond the diploma.
