LTA Local/Overseas Undergraduate Scholarship (Mid-Term): 2026 Conversion Guide
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TL;DR
LTA's mid-term flagship scholarship lets outstanding undergraduates secure full sponsorship (local or overseas) plus exchange support and leadership rotations. Keep GPA high, highlight transport impact, and be ready for intensive assessments.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Open Until 31 Mar 2026 (last checked 2025-10-13)
- Official Portal: LTA Scholarships Overview
- Who It Targets: Singapore Citizen/PR undergraduates with at least one year left in transport-related degrees locally, or those seeking overseas conversion
- Eligibility: Exceptional university results, strong CCAs, leadership qualities, and passion for transforming Singapore's transport landscape
- Tenable Institutions: NTU, NUS, SIT, SMU, SUSS, SUTD, plus approved universities overseas (with priority for France, Germany, China, Japan)
- Bond: Residual bond aligns with remaining sponsorship—4 years for local pathways; up to 6 years for fully sponsored overseas conversion
Award Coverage
- Tuition and compulsory fees for remaining candidature.
- Monthly maintenance allowance with book support.
- Hostel accommodation (local) or airfare + travel insurance (overseas).
- Sponsorship of one exchange or summer programme.
Scholar Journey
- Pre-graduation: Continue with LTA project attachments; overseas candidates receive language or cultural prep.
- Post-graduation: Rotations across major infrastructure, emerging mobility tech, and policy planning functions.
- Leadership pipeline: Access to mentorship, cross-agency task forces, and talent acceleration programmes.
Application Roadmap
- Nov 2025 – Mar 2026: Submit conversion application with updated CAP/GPA, CCA record, internships, and study plans.
- Mar – Apr 2026: Complete psychometric, technical, and policy exercises.
- Apr – May 2026: Participate in multi-round interviews and case discussions with LTA leaders.
- Late May onwards: Receive award offer outlining bond terms and pre-graduation development milestones.
Preparation Tips
- Articulate how your current academic track (civil, electrical, data science, public policy) intersects with LTA focus areas.
- Showcase leadership in transport innovation challenges, sustainability projects, or Smart Nation initiatives.
- Highlight readiness for overseas study—language learning, cultural exposure, global teamwork.
- Network with existing scholars to understand rotations, professional accreditation, and expectations.
