MPA Mid-Term Scholarship: 2026 Profile

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, and BrightSparks now lists a Local Scholarship (Mid-Term) track. Its deadline is all year round, selection typically runs in January to April and June to September, and applicants should be on track to 2nd Upper and above Honours.

Run it through our Scholarship Matcher to see how this conversion route compares with other maritime sponsors before you accept.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: Last verified 2026-05-11 against MPA's official scholarships page and BrightSparks Local Scholarship (Mid-Term) page. BrightSparks lists the deadline as all year round.
• Official Portal: MPA Scholarships and Sponsorships
• How to Apply (per MPA): BrightSparks Local Scholarship (Mid-Term) page: https://brightsparks.com.sg/profile/mpa/mpa-scholarship-programme.php?schid=11018
• 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.
• Mid-term requirement (per BrightSparks): Undergraduates with good university results and on track to 2nd Upper and above Honours.
• Bond (per BrightSparks): 4 years or pro-rated based on number of years of sponsorship.

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

Reviewed by

Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)