National Science Scholarship (BS-PhD): 2026 Profile

Q: What does National Science Scholarship (BS-PhD): 2026 Profile cover?
A: A*STAR's flagship BS-PhD pathway-benefits, overseas exposure, and preparation guidance for future Singapore deep-science leaders.

TL;DR For BS-PhD applicants, this profile summarises eligibility, what’s covered, and service commitment-verify the latest details on A*STAR’s official page before applying.

Use our Scholarship Matcher to weigh it against other long-form STEM pathways before you commit to a six-year bond.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: Listed on A*STAR’s scholarship directory (checked 2026-01-26).
• Official Listing: National Science Scholarship (BS-PhD) - A*STAR.
• Tenable Location: Overseas undergraduate + overseas PhD, with compulsory A*STAR research attachments (per official listing).
• Funding Period: Up to 8 years (per official listing).
• Service Commitment: 6-year bond inclusive of a compulsory 1-year A*STAR research attachment prior to PhD studies (the official listing also notes a 5-year service commitment variant for scholars who complete their degree(s) in a non-anglophone country).
• Application Period (as listed): 1 December to 1 March (check the official page for the current cycle).

Award Components

Per the official listing, coverage includes (rates vary by country/university and may change):

• Full tuition fees
• Monthly overseas living allowance
• Annual return airfare
• Pre-studies allowance
• Language programme fees (where applicable, e.g. non-anglophone study countries)
• Research attachment opportunities at A*STAR Research Institutes

Eligibility Highlights

Use the official eligibility list as your baseline (citizenship/PR requirements, academic standing, and overseas university application expectations), then confirm any updates directly with A*STAR before applying.

Application Roadmap

1. Read the official listing and confirm you meet the stated eligibility requirements (including citizenship/PR conditions and overseas university application expectations).
2. Apply within the current window stated on the official page and prepare the requested academic and referee materials early.
3. Plan for compulsory research attachments: the listing states an 8-week attachment after the first year and a 1-year attachment at A*STAR prior to PhD commencement.

Reviewed by

Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)