MOE Education Merit / Teaching Scholarship: 2026 Profile & Action Plan
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Q: What does MOE Education Merit / Teaching Scholarship: 2026 Profile & Action Plan cover?
A: Up-to-date funding, conversion pathways, and assessment prep for MOE's Education Merit and Teaching Scholarships, including the mid-term route for current undergraduates heading into NIE.
TL;DR\ MOE's Teaching Scholarships/Award (full-term and mid-term) pages do not list dates or package details. Check directly with MOE for the current application window, coverage, and bond before applying; prepare teaching evidence and subject mastery for selection.
Use our Scholarship Matcher to see how MOE’s teaching pathways compare with other public-sector awards before you commit to the NIE track.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Application window not published on MOE page (checked 2025-11-30).
- Official Portal: MOE Teaching Scholarships
- Who It Targets: Aspiring teachers (full-term and mid-term) entering MOE-approved pathways; confirm subjects/courses with MOE.
- Eligibility: Not detailed on the page; expect Singapore Citizenship and strong academic/leadership/teaching interest—verify current criteria with MOE.
- Bond: MOE scholarships carry a service bond; current length is not published—confirm with MOE for local vs overseas study.
What to Confirm with MOE
- Current application window and whether mid-term conversions are open this cycle.
- Coverage (tuition/fees, allowances, exchanges) for local vs overseas routes.
- Bond length and how PGDE/NIE requirements are built into the pathway.
- Eligible courses/subjects and any GPA or testing thresholds.
Preparation Tips (general)
- Build a portfolio of authentic teaching exposure (relief teaching, tutoring with evidence of impact, CCA coaching).
- Demonstrate subject mastery and reflective practice—keep lesson reflections and feedback.
- Engage with MOE recruitment officers/webinars to clarify pathways and expectations before applying.
