MPA Mid-Term Scholarship: 2026 Profile
TL;DR
MPA states that undergraduates with good university results may apply for its scholarships, but the public page does not spell out a separate “mid-term” track.
Sponsor: Maritime and Port Authority of SingaporeBond: Bond 4-6 YearsOverseas: Exchange / Attachment Possible
30 Nov 2025, 00:00 Z
Reviewed by
Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)
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Q: What does MPA Mid-Term Scholarship: 2026 Profile cover?
A: Conversion roadmap, funding benefits, and selection advice for undergraduates joining MPA's mid-term scholarship and maritime leadership pipeline.
TL;DR MPA states that undergraduates with good university results may apply for its scholarships, but the public page does not spell out a separate “mid-term” track.
Use MPA’s official scholarships page and the BrightSparks portal as your source of truth for the current cycle.
Run it through our Scholarship Matcher to see how this conversion route compares with other maritime sponsors before you accept.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Confirm the current application closing date via the BrightSparks portal (last checked 2026-01-26).
- Official Portal: MPA Scholarships and Sponsorships
- How to Apply (per MPA): BrightSparks portal: https://brightsparks.com.sg/profile/mpa/mpa-scholarship-programme.php
- Who It Targets (per MPA): Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents; strong academics (A Levels / IB / equivalent, or a polytechnic diploma with merit) with good CCA track records; undergraduates with good university results may also apply.
- Bond (per MPA): Local scholarship bond of 4 years; overseas scholarship bond of 6 years (5 years for non-English speaking countries); pro-rated according to years of study.
Funding & Opportunities
MPA’s scholarships page lists benefits such as:
- Tuition and other compulsory fees
- Monthly maintenance allowance
- Other allowances (e.g., pre-studies allowance)
- Opportunity for sponsorship of approved student exchange / summer school programmes
- Internship opportunities before and during studies
Eligibility Checklist
MPA lists broad eligibility criteria (academics + CCA) and notes undergraduates with good university results may apply. In practice, be ready to demonstrate:
- Strong academics in relevant modules
- Leadership via CCAs, maritime clubs, research, or internships
- Sustained interest in maritime work (policy, port operations, shipping, sustainability)
- Clear service motivation and readiness for the bond structure stated on the official page
